Canon SX610 HS vs Sony H400

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was launched 11 months later than the H400 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the H400 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while 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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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS and the H400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and H400 is 93 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and H400.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX610 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.