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Sony DSCHX400VB.CE3 20.4MP Digital Camera 50x Zoom

★★★★★4.5 (1447 reviews)
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Capture Life's Moments in Stunning Detail The Sony HX400V/B Digital Camera is designed for photographers who demand exceptional image quality and powerful zoom capabilities. This camera delivers stunning 20.4MP images and allows you to get closer to the action with its impressive zoom range. The ...

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Overview

Capture Life's Moments in Stunning Detail

The Sony HX400V/B Digital Camera is designed for photographers who demand exceptional image quality and powerful zoom capabilities. This camera delivers stunning 20.4MP images and allows you to get closer to the action with its impressive zoom range. The Optical SteadyShot image stabilization ensures your shots are sharp, even when you're on the move.

Specifications

  • Sensor: 20.4MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor
  • Lens: Clear Image Zoom ZEISS Lens
  • Panorama: Intelligent Sweep Panorama (supports 360 format)
  • Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot
  • Focus: Lock-On AF
  • Screen: 7.5cm (3.0 type) / 921,600 dots / Xtra Fine / TFT LCD
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi w/NFC
  • GPS: GPS tagged photos
  • Focus Range: 0.39 in - Infinity (W), 7.87 ft - Infinity (T)
  • Apps: Downloadable camera apps
  • Output: 4K quality still image output via HDMI
  • Motion Shot Video: Traces subject movement
  • Battery Life (Still Images): Approx. 300 shots, approx. 150min (EVF: approx. 380 / approx. 190min)
  • Battery Life (Movies - Actual Shooting): Approx. 50min (EVF: approx. 55min) in [MP4 12M] mode (max. continuous shooting time is approx. 15min and max. file size is 2GB)
  • Battery Life (Movies - Continuous Shooting): 85min (EVF: approx. 95min) in [MP4 12M] mode (max. continuous shooting time is approx. 15min and max. file size is 2GB)
  • Easy Mode: Simplifies the camera's menu functions
  • Picture Effects: Built-in picture effects for creative shots

Key Features

Clear Image Zoom ZEISS Lens. Panorama (Recording): Intelligent Sweep Panorama (supports 360 format)

20.4MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor for superb low light images / Keep your subject in focus with Lock-On AF. Screen type: 7.5cm (3.0 type)(4:3) / 921,600 dots / Xtra Fine / TFT LCD / Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi w/NFC3 / Map your images with GPS tagged photos.Focus Range (From the Front of the Lens):0.39 in - Infinity (W), 7.87 ft - Infinity (T) / Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps / 4K quality still image output via HDMI2 / Motion Shot Video traces subject movement

Specifications

Megapixels
20.4MP
Sensor Type
Exmor R CMOS
Optical Zoom
50x
Lens Type
ZEISS Lens
Panorama Feature
Intelligent Sweep Panorama (supports 360 format)
Autofocus Feature
Lock-On AF
Screen Size
7.5cm (3.0 type)
Screen Resolution
921,600 dots
Screen Technology
Xtra Fine TFT LCD
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi with NFC
Image Tagging
GPS tagged photos
Still Image Output
4K via HDMI

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a 20.4MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor, which is adept at capturing clear images even in low light environments.
  • Offers a remarkable 50x optical zoom with a ZEISS lens, providing extensive reach for distant subjects.
  • Includes Intelligent Sweep Panorama (supports 360 format) for expansive landscape and panoramic shots.
  • Equipped with Lock-On AF to help maintain sharp focus on moving subjects throughout shooting.
  • Provides simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi with NFC, streamlining image sharing and remote control.

👎 Cons

  • The screen type is a 7.5cm (3.0 type) TFT LCD, which may offer less vibrant color reproduction compared to OLED screens.
  • While it offers 4K quality still image output via HDMI, it does not record video in 4K resolution.
  • The camera's focus range starts at 0.39 inches at wide and 7.87 feet at telephoto, which might limit extremely close macro photography at zoom.
  • Enhancing features relies on downloadable camera apps, which may incur additional costs or require specific platform compatibility.
  • The GPS tagging feature, while useful, may impact battery life or require line of sight to satellites for accurate data.

Frequently Asked Questions

This camera features a 20.4MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor, which is designed to deliver high-resolution images, particularly excelling in low light conditions.
The camera is equipped with a 50x optical zoom using a ZEISS lens, allowing users to capture subjects from a significant distance with clarity.
Yes, the camera offers simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi with NFC, making it easy to transfer photos and videos wirelessly.
While the camera supports 4K quality still image output via HDMI, its primary video recording capabilities are not specified as 4K.
The camera features a 7.5cm (3.0 type) Xtra Fine TFT LCD screen with a resolution of 921,600 dots, providing a clear view for framing and reviewing shots.

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