Sony H200 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be evaluating the Sony H200 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Sony. The image resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H200 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the HX400V which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the H200 scores against the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Sony H200 provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check the Sony H200 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the H200 versus the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H200 and HX400V is 67 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H200 and HX400V.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged H200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.