Sony HX400V vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we will be evaluating the Sony HX400V vs Sony RX10 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is pretty similar but the HX400V (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX400V was introduced 16 months before the RX10 II which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the HX400V grades against the RX10 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX400V has got outer measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 II has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX400V vs Sony RX10 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the HX400V vs the RX10 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX400V and RX10 II is 62 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HX400V and RX10 II.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The HX400V uses the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field tougher. The more aged HX400V is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.