Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1
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Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Launched February 2014
- Old Model is Sony HX300
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009
Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Sony HX400V versus Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the HX400V (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the HX400V (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HX400V was revealed 4 years after the TX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the HX400V matches up vs the TX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Sony TX1
HX400V | TX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | August 2009 | More modern by 56 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony HX400V
TX1 | HX400V | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX400V and Sony TX1
HX400V | TX1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX400V has exterior measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony HX400V versus Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HX400V vs the TX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and TX1 is 62 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and TX1.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HX400V having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX400V will deliver greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern HX400V is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony HX400V vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.3 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 grams (1.46 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $448 | $350 |