Sony HX400V vs Sony TX9

Following is a in-depth overview of the Sony HX400V vs Sony TX9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the HX400V (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX400V was revealed 3 years after the TX9 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the HX400V grades versus the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are available at Sony HX400V Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX400V features outside dimensions 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 TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the HX400V against the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX400V and TX9 is 62 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX400V and TX9.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX400V to produce more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer HX400V is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.