Sony H400 vs Sony TX30

Its time to take a closer look at the Sony H400 and Sony TX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H400 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H400 was released 7 months later than the TX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the H400 scores versus the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Sony H400 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony H400 provides external measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Sony H400 and Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the H400 compared to the TX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the H400 and TX30 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the H400 and TX30.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony H400 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer H400 provides an edge in sensor technology.