Panasonic FZ100 vs Sony HX400V

The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FZ100 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ100 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was manufactured 4 years prior to the HX400V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FZ100 scores versus the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ100 versus Sony HX400V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ100 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and HX400V is 67 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and HX400V.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX400V to show extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.