Sony H400 vs Sony QX30

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony H400 versus Sony QX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Lens-style and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H400 (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H400 was brought out 6 months before the QX30 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the H400 matches up versus the QX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The entire galleries are provided at Sony H400 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony H400 offers outer dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the H400 vs the QX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H400 and QX30 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the H400 and QX30.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images however you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration.