Nikon Z7 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z7 vs Sony HX400V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and HX400V (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The Z7 was announced 4 years later than the HX400V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z7 scores vs the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 features physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 vs Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 compared to the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and HX400V is 62 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and HX400V.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z7 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will offer greater detail with its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z7 provides a benefit in sensor tech.