Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V vs Canon PowerShot SX500 IS

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and the Canon PowerShot SX500 IS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V was introduced in February 2014 and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS was introduced in August 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V over Canon PowerShot SX500 IS.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX500 IS over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS have 3.0" screens with 921k dot and 461k dot resolutions respectively. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Canon PowerShot SX500 IS has a Fixed screen

Electronic Viewfinder on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has a built-in Electronic viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage and 8.1x ([] 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Canon PowerShot SX500 IS.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V features a 20.3 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 12,800. Canon PowerShot SX500 IS features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V is equipped with Bionz X processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3888 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3,648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 5184 x 3456, 3648 x 2432, 2592 x 1728, 3888 x 3888, 2736 x 2736, 1920 x 1920, 5184 x 2920, 3648 x 2056, 920 x 1080, 7152 x 1080, 4912 x 1920, 11520 x 1080 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Canon PowerShot SX500 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V comes with NP-BX1 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS comes with NB-6L battery pack with battery life of 195 shots.

External Storage Slots

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo/Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo card slot. Canon PowerShot SX500 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V, and up to 1/1600 sec on Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps. Canon PowerShot SX500 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 8.50 m ISO Auto on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V and 5.00 m on Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V also accepts external flash which can be connected via Wireless connection. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/1600 sec on Canon PowerShot SX500 IS.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V body has dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.12 x 3.66 x 4.06") and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS body has dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15"). Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V weighs 660 g (1.46 lb / 23.28 oz) and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS weighs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz).

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

Canon PowerShot SX500 IS

130 mm

93 mm

104 mm

70 mm

93 mm

70 mm