Canon SX520 HS vs Sony HX400V

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 6 months later than the HX400V and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX520 HS grades vs the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS has physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX520 HS versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS and the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and HX400V is 69 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and HX400V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX400V to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively.