Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400
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Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched June 2012
- Succeeded the Canon SX240 HS
- Successor is Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX260 HS was brought out 20 months before the H400 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX260 HS grades vs the H400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Sony H400
SX260 HS | H400 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Canon SX260 HS
H400 | SX260 HS | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | June 2012 | Newer by 20 months |
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Sony H400
SX260 HS | H400 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS against the H400.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and H400.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony H400 to render more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Sony H400 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-06-04 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231 gr (0.51 pounds) | 628 gr (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 300 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $349 | $268 |