Nikon P500 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon P500 vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the P500 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P500 was announced 4 years before the HX400V and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the P500 matches up against the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P500 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P500 has outer dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Nikon P500 vs Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the P500 compared to the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the P500 and HX400V is 67 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P500 and HX400V.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to deliver extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The older P500 is going to be behind in sensor tech.