Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we are contrasting the Sony NEX-5T versus Sony HX400V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very well matched but the NEX-5T (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The NEX-5T was unveiled 5 months prior to the HX400V which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the NEX-5T grades against the HX400V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5T and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-5T Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5T enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the NEX-5T vs the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and HX400V is 89 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-5T and HX400V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NEX-5T having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX400V will resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively.