Nikon P1000 vs Sony H400

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P1000 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was manufactured 4 years after the H400 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P1000 grades against the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P1000 comes with physical measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P1000 and Sony H400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P1000 vs the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and H400 is 49 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P1000 and H400.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony H400 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger P1000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.