Sony HX10V vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we are matching up the Sony HX10V vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was unveiled 23 months prior to the HX400V making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the HX10V grades vs the HX400V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX10V vs Sony HX400V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the HX10V and the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX10V and HX400V is 91 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX10V and HX400V.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older HX10V is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.