Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX400V

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX410 IS vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX410 IS (20MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was released 12 months later than the HX400V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX410 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX410 IS grades vs the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX410 IS enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX410 IS compared to the HX400V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX410 IS and HX400V is 80 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX410 IS and HX400V.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX410 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.