Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was brought out 11 months after the HX400V so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS offers outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and HX400V.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files however you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX610 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.