Sony H400 vs Sony RX10 III

Here, we are looking at the Sony H400 vs Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H400 (20MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is fairly similar but the H400 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") have different sensor size.

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The H400 was announced 3 years before the RX10 III which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the H400 grades versus the RX10 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H400 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony H400 features exterior dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H400 vs Sony RX10 III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the H400 against the RX10 III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the H400 and RX10 III is 62 and 53 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H400 and RX10 III.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The H400 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged H400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.