Sony H400 vs Sony HX10V

Below, we are comparing the Sony H400 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the H400 (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H400 was released 24 months later than the HX10V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the H400 matches up against the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony H400 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony H400 comes with exterior measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Sony H400 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the H400 compared to the HX10V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H400 and HX10V is 62 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the H400 and HX10V.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H400 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer H400 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.