Sony HX400V vs Sony TX30

Following is a extended overview of the Sony HX400V versus Sony TX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX400V was introduced 7 months after the TX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HX400V matches up versus the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX400V features outside dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX400V versus Sony TX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the HX400V against the TX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and TX30 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX400V and TX30.

As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX400V to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern HX400V will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.