Sony HX400V vs Sony RX100 II

Here is a thorough comparison of the Sony HX400V and Sony RX100 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the HX400V (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX400V was introduced 8 months later than the RX100 II and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the HX400V matches up vs the RX100 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX400V Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V has got physical 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) whilst the Sony RX100 II has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the HX400V vs the RX100 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX400V and RX100 II is 62 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and RX100 II.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The HX400V includes the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The more modern HX400V is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.