Selecting a Bridge Camera means you'll have a device that comes with the photo capabilities of a DSLR while being more portable and easier to put away while out and about.
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V will satisfy your needs.
Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V will satisfy your needs..
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If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.
For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V is a great companion to have.
For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.
As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous.
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V.
As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 6.17 x 4.55 mm(mm) sensor size, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Sony , you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.
Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V fits the bill.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camera Type | Bridge |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 2.8-6.3 |
Camera File System | Exif, DCF, DPOF, MPF |
Image Formats Supported | JPEG |
Panorama Mode | Yes |
Photo Effects | 1 |
Scene Modes | High Sensitivity, Night Scene, Handheld Twilight, Night Portrait, Landscape, Portrait, Soft Skin, Anti-Motion Blur, Beach, Snow, Fireworks, Advanced Sports Shooting, Gourmet, Pet Mode |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 10 s |
Shooting Modes | Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure, MR (Memory Recall) 1,2, Movie Mode (Program Auto, Aperture Priority, Shutter Speed Priority, Manual Exposure), Panorama, Scene Selection, Intelligent Auto, Superior Auto |
Twilight | Yes |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Incandescent |
Flash | |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
External Flash Connector | Yes |
Flash Modes | Auto, Fill-in, Flash off, Slow synchronization |
Flash Range (tele) | 2.4 - 3.5 m |
Flash Range (wide) | 0.5 - 8.5 m |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Centre weighted Auto Focus, Face tracking, Multi Point Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus |
Auto Mode Focusing Range (tele) | 2.4 - ∞ m |
Auto Mode Focusing Range (wide) | 0.01 - ∞ m |
Face Detection | Yes |
Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
ISO Sensitivity | 80, 100, 125, 160, 200, 250, 320, 400, 500, 640, 800, 1000, 1250, 1600, 2000, 2500, 3200, 6400, 12800, Auto |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 12800 |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 80 |
Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE |
Light Metering | Multi Pattern, Center Weighted, Spot |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 30 - 1/4000 s |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 30 s |
Video | |
Camcorder Media Type | Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed), Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Full HD | Yes |
HD Type | Full HD |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 50 fps |
Video Formats Supported | AVCHD, MP4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AC3 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Lens System | |
Digital Zoom | 126 x |
Filter Size | 55 mm |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 24 - 1200 mm |
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) (photo Mode) | 24 - 1200 mm |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 4.3 - 215 mm |
Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 15/10 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 1200 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 2.8 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 24 mm |
Optical Zoom | 50 x |
Storage | |
Compatible Memory Cards | MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC, MS Duo, MS Micro (M2), MS PRO Duo, MS PRO Duo HS, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Internal Memory | 55 |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | LCD |
Display Diagonal | 3 |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 921600 pixels |
Flip-out Screen | Yes |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Viewfinder | |
Electronic Viewfinder | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Sensor | |
Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Megapixel | 20.1 MP |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Technical Details | |
Image Processor | BIONZ X |
Other Features | |
GPS (satellite) | Yes |
Stabilizer | Yes |
SteadyShot | 1 |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Connector Type | D |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
USB Connector | Micro-USB |
USB Version | 2.0 |
Battery | |
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) | 300 shots |
Battery Life (max) | 2.5 h |
Battery Type | NP-BX1 |
Power Source Type | Battery |
Networking | |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Packaging Content | |
AC Adapter Included | Yes |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Cables Included | AC, USB |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 103.2 mm |
Height | 93.2 mm |
Weight | 628 g |
Weight (including Battery) | 660 g |
Width | 129.6 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 5152 x 3864 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 3:2 - 18M(5184×3456) / 8.9M(3648×2432) / 4.5M(2592×1728)4:3 - 20M(5184×3888) / 10M(3648×2736) / 5M(2592×1944) / VGA16:9 - 15M(5184×2920) / 7.5M(3648×2056) / 2.1M(1920×1080)1:1 - 15M(3888×3888) / 7.5M(2736×2736) / 3.7M(1920×1920)7152×1080 |