Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H400

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H400, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was unveiled 3 years prior to the H400 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the SZ1 scores against the H400 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ1 and the H400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and H400 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and H400.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony H400 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SZ1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.