Sony A200 vs Sony HX400V

Here is a in depth comparison of the Sony A200 versus Sony HX400V, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A200 (10MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the A200 (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The A200 was revealed 6 years prior to the HX400V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A200 grades vs the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A200 has physical dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Sony A200 versus Sony HX400V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A200 versus the HX400V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A200 and HX400V is 66 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A200 and HX400V.

To sum up, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A200 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX400V will render extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older A200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.