Sony A9 II vs Sony HX400V

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sony A9 II vs Sony HX400V, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A9 II (24MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty comparable but the A9 II (Full frame) and HX400V (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The A9 II was brought out 5 years after the HX400V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the A9 II matches up against the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A9 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A9 II Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A9 II enjoys outer dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Sony A9 II vs Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A9 II compared to the HX400V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 II and HX400V is 62 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A9 II and HX400V.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A9 II because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony A9 II will provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher A9 II provides an advantage in sensor innovation.