Sony HX400V vs Sony RX100 VA

The following is a comprehensive review of the Sony HX400V vs Sony RX100 VA, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is pretty similar but the HX400V (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") feature different sensor measurements.

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The HX400V was launched 5 years before the RX100 VA which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the HX400V scores versus the RX100 VA in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The complete galleries are available at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V has physical dimensions 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 RX100 VA has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the HX400V against the RX100 VA.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX400V and RX100 VA is 62 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX400V and RX100 VA.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor dimensions. The HX400V has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged HX400V is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.