Sony A500 vs Sony H400

Following is a in-depth review of the Sony A500 vs Sony H400, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the A500 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) and the A500 (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The A500 was revealed 5 years earlier than the H400 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A500 grades versus the H400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A500 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A500 offers physical measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs) while the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A500 vs Sony H400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A500 versus the H400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A500 and H400 is 63 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A500 and H400.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A500 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony H400 will produce more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A500 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.