Canon SX220 HS vs Sony HX400V

Following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX220 HS and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was released 4 years before the HX400V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and HX400V is 96 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and HX400V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX400V to show greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS will be behind in sensor technology.