Sony HX400V vs Sony W690

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony HX400V versus Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the HX400V (20MP) and W690 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The HX400V was released 24 months later than the W690 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the HX400V scores versus the W690 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V enjoys exterior measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX400V versus Sony W690 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the HX400V versus the W690.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX400V and W690 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX400V and W690.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger HX400V should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.