Sony HX400V vs Sony RX1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony HX400V and Sony RX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is relatively close but the HX400V (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The HX400V was introduced 12 months after the RX1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the HX400V matches up versus the RX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX400V Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX400V enjoys external measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HX400V compared to the RX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and RX1 is 62 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and RX1.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HX400V with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1 will render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer HX400V is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.