Nikon Z5 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are matching up the Nikon Z5 and Sony HX400V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very close but the Z5 (Full frame) and HX400V (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was revealed 6 years later than the HX400V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z5 matches up versus the HX400V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z5 and Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 vs the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and HX400V is 62 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and HX400V.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.