Sony HX400V vs Sony RX100

Below is a in depth assessment of the Sony HX400V and Sony RX100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively close but the HX400V (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HX400V was revealed 18 months later than the RX100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HX400V grades against the RX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V features physical measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX400V and Sony RX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the HX400V versus the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and RX100 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and RX100.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The HX400V contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The newer HX400V will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.