• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.4 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 1200.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 16.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 6400

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Differences

Sony HX400V advantages over Fujifilm X-T1 IR

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • More pixels
    20.4 vs 16.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    9.9 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Fujifilm X-T1 IR advantages over Sony HX400V

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.82 vs 1.19 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    46 mm vs 103 mm
    Thinner
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Lighter weight
    440g vs 660g
    Lighter weight
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    25600 vs 12800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Sony HX300

Sony HX400V
Sony HX300
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $600
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sony HX400V vs Sony HX300

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony HX300
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $600
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony HX300

Compared to Fujifilm S1

Sony HX400V
Fujifilm S1
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Sony HX400V vs Fujifilm S1

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Fujifilm S1
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Fujifilm S1

Compared to Fujifilm S9800

Sony HX400V
Fujifilm S9800
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony HX400V vs Fujifilm S9800

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Fujifilm S9800
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $504
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Fujifilm S9800

Compared to Fujifilm X-Pro2

Sony HX400V
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Sony HX400V vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

Compared to Sony A6500

Sony HX400V
Sony A6500
  • $448
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Sony HX400V vs Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-T1 IR
Sony A6500
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • More viewfinder magnification
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Sony A6500

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