Samsung ST600 vs Sony HX400V

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung ST600 vs Sony HX400V, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was released 5 years prior to the HX400V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ST600 matches up against the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST600 features physical measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has proportions 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 Samsung ST600 vs Sony HX400V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ST600 versus the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and HX400V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older ST600 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.