Nikon L110 vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon L110 vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the L110 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L110 was brought out 5 years earlier than the HX400V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon L110 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L110 matches up against the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L110 comes with external dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has measurements 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the L110 and the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L110 and HX400V is 77 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and HX400V.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX400V to show greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L110 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.