Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V
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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Released February 2014
- Replaced the Sony HX300

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Overview
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").

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.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Sony HX400V
SX610 HS | HX400V | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Newer by 11 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Canon SX610 HS
HX400V | SX610 HS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Sony HX400V
SX610 HS | HX400V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
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.

Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
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.

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Canon SX610 HS vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lb) | 660 grams (1.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $214 | $448 |