Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was launched 13 months earlier than the HX400V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SZ-16 iHS grades against the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS and the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and HX400V is 89 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-16 iHS and HX400V.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX400V to show more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SZ-16 iHS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.