Sony HX400V vs Sony WX300

Below, we are contrasting the Sony HX400V and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX400V was unveiled 12 months later than the WX300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the HX400V scores against the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX400V comes with outside dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX400V and Sony WX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the HX400V and the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and WX300 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX400V and WX300.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX400V to offer you more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent HX400V is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.