Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Sony HX300
Photography Glossary Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
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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.
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sony HX400V
| NEX-5T | HX400V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Sony NEX-5T
| HX400V | NEX-5T |
|---|
Common features in the Sony NEX-5T and Sony HX400V
| NEX-5T | HX400V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2013 |  | February 2014 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
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.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
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.
Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony NEX-5T vs Sony HX400V Specifications
| Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Model | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-08-27 | 2014-02-12 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Bionz | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
| Cross focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Amount of lenses | 121 | - |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO100) | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) | 660 grams (1.46 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1015 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 photographs | 300 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NPFW50 | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $400 | $448 |
