Sony HX400V vs Sony WX500

On this page, we are reviewing the Sony HX400V vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX400V (20MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX400V was announced 14 months prior to the WX500 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the HX400V scores against the WX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX400V Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V enjoys outer dimensions 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 WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX400V vs Sony WX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HX400V against the WX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HX400V and WX500 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX400V and WX500.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older HX400V will be behind in sensor innovation.