Sony A6100 vs Sony HX400V

Below, we are analyzing the Sony A6100 vs Sony HX400V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very well matched but the A6100 (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The A6100 was manufactured 5 years later than the HX400V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A6100 matches up vs the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha a6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony A6100 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony A6100 comes with outside dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A6100 vs the HX400V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A6100 and HX400V is 81 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A6100 and HX400V.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A6100 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony A6100 will give you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent A6100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.