Sony A350 vs Sony H400

Below is a in-depth review of the Sony A350 versus Sony H400, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the A350 (14MP) and H400 (20MP) and the A350 (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The A350 was introduced 6 years prior to the H400 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A350 matches up vs the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A350 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A350 provides external measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A350 versus Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A350 and the H400.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A350 and H400 is 62 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A350 and H400.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A350 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony H400 will offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older A350 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.