Canon PowerShot SX430 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX400V — Which Is Better?
Side by side47 specifications |
Canon · Bridge · 20 MP · 1/2.3” · Standard HD video
Canon PowerShot SX430
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Sony · Bridge · 20 MP · 1/2.3” · Full HD video
Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX400V
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Canon PowerShot SX430 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX400V are both bridge cameras with fixed lenses, so no separate lens is needed. Canon announced the SX430 in 2016, Sony the HX400V in 2014. The Canon is the easier camera to slip into a jacket pocket, measuring 104 x 69 x 85 mm and weighing 325 g, roughly half the Sony's 660 g. The Sony measures 130 x 93 x 103 mm. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2016 | 2014 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
January 5, 2016 | December 2, 2014 |
| Camera type |  Bridge | Bridge |
| Camera size | 104 x 69 x 85 mm | 130 x 93 x 103 mm |
| Camera weight | 325 g | 660 g |
| Optics | 57/100 | 64/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Sony gives you an eye-level electronic viewfinder, while the Canon has none, so every shot must be framed on the rear screen. That matters most in bright light. Sony also provides nine autofocus points against the Canon's one, which helps with off-centre subjects. The Canon offers the faster maximum burst at 25 fps versus Sony's 10 fps, useful for a bird taking off. Both capture 20 megapixel images from the 1/2.3-inch sensor format, both stabilise in-body, and both cap the shutter at 1/4000 second. Sony's native ISO range reaches 3200 against the Canon's 1600, with expansion to 12800. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5152 x 3864 | 5184 x 3888 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
6.17 x 4.55 | 6.17 x 4.55 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 1/2.3” | 1/2.3” |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
25 fps045 | 10 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Digic 4+ | Bionz X |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 | 4:3 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
16003003280000 | 32003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
16003003280000 | 128003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
1544080 | 3044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
400080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
10300 | 90300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | 235929609900000 |
| Video | 34/100 | 56/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe Sony is the clear choice if you record video. Its maximum resolution is Full HD against the Canon's Standard HD, so clips carry more detail on a big screen. Its maximum frame rate reaches 60 fps against the Canon's 30, which gives smoother motion and room to slow fast action. Neither camera offers a built-in timelapse mode. The Sony records in MPEG-4 and AVCHD, while the Canon uses MPEG-4 and MOV. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Standard HD |  Full HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 60 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Features | 49/100 | 54/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesSony's rear screen is the better tool for reviewing and framing. It carries 921,600 dots to the Canon's 230,000, and it responds to touch, so you can tap to set focus. Both 3-inch screens tilt and offer live view. The Sony supports an external flash, GPS for geotagging travel photos, and Wi-Fi for wireless transfer. The Canon answers with Bluetooth for an easy low-power link to a phone, alongside the same Wi-Fi. Neither is weather sealed, and both include a built-in flash. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
No |  Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
No |  Yes |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
No |  Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
2300001150001500000 | 9216001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 11/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Sony's NP-BX1 battery carries the higher rating, 300 shots against 195 for the Canon's NB-11LH. It charges over USB, so a power bank can top it up while travelling. The Canon offers no USB charging. Both cameras write to a single SD, SDHC or SDXC card. The Sony also accepts Memory Stick Duo cards. Neither body has a second slot for overflow or backup. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick Pro Duo / Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NB-11LH | NP-BX1 |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
195 shots1505000 | 300 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | No |  Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC HX400V is the better pick for most photographers. You get an eye-level viewfinder, Full HD video, 60 fps frame rates, a higher-resolution tilting touch screen, GPS geotagging, a 300-shot battery rating with USB charging, and nine autofocus points. For holidays, family video and days away from a charger, those advantages add up.
Choose the Canon PowerShot SX430 if portability and quick sharing come first. Its smaller body travels easily, its 25 fps maximum burst catches fleeting action, and Bluetooth keeps transfers to a phone effortless. You accept Standard HD video, a 195-shot battery rating and no viewfinder in return.