Nikon S810c vs Sony H400

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S810c versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S810c was launched 2 months after the H400 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S810c grades vs the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S810c features external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S810c versus Sony H400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S810c compared to the H400.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and H400.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H400 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.