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| The Cyber-shot HX400V was presented by Sony in February 2014. It is a Superzoom Digital Camera. | |
| Brand | Sony |
| Category | Superzoom |
| Date | 02/2014 |
| Sensor Properties | |
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In additional Cyber-shot HX400V has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″). Also Cyber-shot HX400V’s sensor has resolution of 20 megapixel. The Sony does not support recording RAW images. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computeand involves one extra processing step but will almost always result in superior image quality. |
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| Format | Compact |
| Sensor area | 6.17 x 4.55mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″) |
| Type | CMOS |
| Resolution (physical) | 21.00 megapixel |
| Resolution (effective) | 20.40 megapixel |
| Pixel size | 1.87 µm² |
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| RAW support | |
| Continuous | 10 frames/second |
| Lens | |
| Interchangeable | |
| Focal length (min) | 24mm |
| Focal length (max) | 1200mm |
| Aperture (max) | 2.8 |
| Aperture (min) | 6.3 |
| Viewfinder Properties | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V uses an electronic viewfinder with a resolution of 0.40 megapixel, close to the practical minimum for a viewfinder like this. The magnifcation is c. 0.50x, an average value for an electronic viewfinder. |
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| Type | Elektronic |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Magnification | 0.50x |
| Resolution | 0.40 megapixel |
| Dioptric correction | |
| Shutter | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 30s. |
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| Max. shutter speed | 1/4000s |
| Min. shutter speed | 30s |
| Sensitivity Properties | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V’s sensitivity goes from 80 ISO und 12800 ISO, a very useful and practical range. |
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| Automatic | |
| Min. sensitivity | 80 ISO |
| Max. sensitivity | 12800 ISO |
| Exposure Modes | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V supports all general exposure modes. The Sony allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion. |
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| Multi | |
| Center weight | |
| Partial | |
| Spot | |
| Auto Focus Properties | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V’s auto focus processor uses 1 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. in low light). Manual focus is also possible with the Sony, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom. |
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| Type | Contrast Detection |
| AF points | 1 |
| Manual focusing | |
| Flash Specs | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 8m (28 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion. |
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| Built-in | |
| Range | 8.50m (28 ft.) |
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| Display Specs | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.92 megapixel. That’s about average. The camera’s display is articulated, a plus for selfies and other challenging situations. The Cyber-shot HX400V does not feature a touch screen. Display characteristics at a glance: |
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| Type | LCD |
| Size | 75.00mm (diagonal) (3.0 in.) |
| Resolution | 0.92 megapixel |
| Articulated | |
| Touch screen | |
| Video Specs | |
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Cyber-shot HX400V video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel. ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone. Sony Cyber-shot HX400V Video parameters: |
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| Max. resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixel |
| …with frame rates | 24 frames/second 25 frames/second 30 frames/second 50 frames/second |
| External microphone | |
| Connectivity & Wireless Specs | |
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The Cyber-shot HX400V has Wifi connectivity already built-in. Use Wifi to transfer images to a smartphone or computer and to remote control the camera. With NFC, camera and smartphone can be paired without the need for passwords. Typical for Sony, the camera supports device specific apps that can enhance the functionality of the camera and that can be downloaded from the internet.. Connect the Sony to a monitor or TV set over HDMI. The Sony supports USB 2.0. Connection parameters: |
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| WiFi | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | |
| Remote (wired) | |
| Remote (infrared) | |
| Apps | |
| HDMI (standard) | |
| HDMI (mini) | |
| HDMI (micro) | |
| USB 2.0 | |
| USB 3.0 | |
| USB Micro | |
| USB Mini | |
| USB-C | |
| Custom | |
| Memory | |
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The camera will accept all common SD HC and SD XC cards. Sony MemorySticks can be used, too. Memory cards characteristics: |
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| Slots | 1 |
| Memory cards | SD SDHC SDXC Memory Stick Pro Duo Memory Stick Micro |
| Battery | |
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The Sony Cyber-shot HX400V has a NP-BX1 LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 300 shots. It`s enough for one day or more. The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway. The Cyber-shot HX400V’s battery battery parameters: |
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| Type | NP-BX1 LiIon |
| Removable | |
| In-camera charging | |
| Battery life | 300 photos |
| Size | |
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The Sony Cyber-shot HX400V’s dimensions are 129.6 x 93.2 x 103.2mm³. (5.1″ x 3.7″ x 4.1″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a reasonable 660 grams (21.3 oz.), lens included. Here is front and top view of the Cyber-shot HX400V: |
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| Dimensions Comparison | |
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For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image. |
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