Samsung NX1000 vs Sony H400

Here is a in-depth review of the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony H400, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the NX1000 (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX1000 was unveiled 22 months earlier than the H400 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the NX1000 scores versus the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1000 provides exterior dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung NX1000 vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the NX1000 compared to the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the NX1000 and H400 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX1000 and H400.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The NX1000 contains the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The older NX1000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.