Sony H400 vs Sony RX10 II

Here is a extensive comparison of the Sony H400 versus Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H400 (20MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is very well matched but the H400 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The H400 was announced 16 months before the RX10 II making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the H400 matches up versus the RX10 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony H400 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony H400 enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H400 versus Sony RX10 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the H400 and the RX10 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the H400 and RX10 II is 62 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the H400 and RX10 II.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The H400 offers the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The older H400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.