Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H400

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was manufactured 11 months later than the H400 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX530 HS matches up against the H400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS provides outside measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX530 HS and the H400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and H400 is 69 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and H400.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony H400 to produce more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.