Sony A7 III vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are analyzing the Sony A7 III versus Sony HX400V, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A7 III (24MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very close but the A7 III (Full frame) and HX400V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The A7 III was brought out 4 years after the HX400V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A7 III grades against the HX400V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7 III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A7 III Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony A7 III features physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 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).

Contrast the Sony A7 III versus Sony HX400V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the A7 III and the HX400V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7 III and HX400V is 63 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A7 III and HX400V.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A7 III because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony A7 III will result in extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A7 III will have an edge in sensor tech.