Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony H400 and Canon SX540 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony H400 has external dimensions of 130 x 95 x 122 mm (5.1 x 3.74 x 4.81″) and weighs 628 g (1.38 lb / 22.15 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX540 HS has external dimensions of 120 x 82 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.23 x 3.62″) and weighs 442 g (0.97 lb / 15.59 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony H400 and the Canon SX540 HS. Canon SX540 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 10mm narrower, 13mm shorter and 30mm thinner than Sony H400.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony H400 and Canon SX540 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony H400 and Canon SX540 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX540 HS is significantly lighter (186g ) than the Sony H400 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 nor Canon PowerShot SX540 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony H400 and Canon SX540 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.