Sony HX400V vs Sony A35

Lets look more in depth at the Sony HX400V versus Sony A35, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are created by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX400V (20MP) and A35 (16MP) and the HX400V (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX400V was brought out 2 years later than the A35 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the HX400V grades versus the A35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX400V Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX400V comes with external measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX400V vs the A35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX400V and A35 is 62 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX400V and A35.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX400V due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony HX400V will produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent HX400V will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.