Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony HX400V

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FZ200 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was brought out 19 months prior to the HX400V making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ200 grades versus the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ200 has got physical dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ200 versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ200 vs the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and HX400V is 65 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ200 and HX400V.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to offer you greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.