Sony HX100V vs Sony HX400V

The following is a thorough comparison of the Sony HX100V versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was launched 3 years prior to the HX400V which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HX100V scores versus the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX100V enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX100V versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the HX100V against the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and HX400V is 66 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and HX400V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged HX100V is going to be behind in sensor innovation.