Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

MPN: DSC-HX400V  |  EAN: 4905524981483  |  Model: Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V - DSC-HX400V Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Bridge Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Vlogging
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
WiFi Connectivity
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Camera Body with Lens
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

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.

Photography Skillset

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.

Video skill level

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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Other Video needs

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.

Video Scenarios

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.

Photo Scenarios

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.

Other considerations

With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.

Style

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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Technical Specifications

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V - DSC-HX400V Technical Specifications
Specification Description
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