Sony Cybershot DSC-HX400 (PAL) Digital Cameras
The black Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400 Digital Camera is a high-zoom camera that offers ease of use akin to a point-and-shot, but with the design and control of a DSLR. It features a 20.4MP 1/2.3" Exmor R CMOS sensor and a BIONZ X Image Processor for notable low light performance, as well as a 50x optical zoom Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T lens with a 100x Clear Image Zoom. A 4.3-215mm focal length with a 35mm equivalent of 24-1200mm allows this lens significant wide-angle and considerable telephoto shooting abilities. It also features a wide 2.8 aperture, which is especially useful in low-light as it allows for brighter images.
A 3" Xtra Fine 921k-dot tilting LCD monitor as well as an electronic eye-level viewfinder allow you to view and compose high-quality images. Capture full HD 1080p AVCHD video at 60p and 24p and use the optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization to compensate for camera shake in order to provide clearer images. This is especially useful in low light and when using the longer focal lengths. For sports photography and during motion-filled photo capturing moments, the HX400 features 10 frames per second continuous shooting at the full 20.4MP resolution, which ensures sharp, clear images that are less likely to be missed.
To capture a wide area all in one photo, Intelligent Sweep Panorama utilizes motion compensation while shooting panoramas in order to reduce the blur created by moving figures in the foreground. For easy uploading after a long day of shooting, a built-in Wi-Fi allows you to instantly share what you have created with your family and friends.
- 20.4MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor & BIONZ X Image Processor
- Captures high definition images with sharp details and minimal noise, even in low light; offers fast performance and buffering speeds.
- 50x Optical Zoom Zeiss Lens & 100x Clear Image Zoom
- A Carl Zeiss lens with 50x optical zoom capability offers a considerable expanse of reach from wide-angle to super-telephoto. This zoom range can effectively be doubled, too, using the 100x Clear Image Zoom that employs an intelligent interpolation algorithm to increase zoom magnification with minimal image quality loss.
- 3" Xtra Fine 921k-Dot LCD Monitor & Eye-Level Viewfinder
- Still photos and videos can be clearly displayed on the 3" Xtra Fine tilting LCD monitor with 921k-dot resolution and an available histogram. Additionally, you can manually adjust the brightness level by 5 steps allowing you to compose and view your images in any lighting situation. For extra shooting stability, an electronic viewfinder is also provided for eye-level composition. It allows for magnifications of 8.1x and 16.2x and becomes useful for viewing and composing shots in extreme sunlight.
- Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization with Intelligent Active Mode
- Optical SteadyShot image stabilization offers compensation to reduce the blurring effects of camera movement when shooting at slower shutter speeds. This is particularly effective when shooting in low light or at longer focal lengths. Sony's Intelligent Active Mode image stabilization combines electronic and optical stabilization for less blurring while shooting videos when moving.
- Full 1080p AVCHD Video Capture
- You can capture full 1080p AVCHD videos with stereo sound at 60p, and 24p for a film look. SteadyShot Active Mode offers image stabilization for video that will smooth out clips shot while moving. A dedicated video record button starts shooting immediately and with dual record of stills and movies, you can shoot both photos and videos at the same time.
- Fast 10fps Continuous Burst Shooting & Lock-On AF
- Ideal for sports photography, the HX400 can shoot up to 10 frames per second in full 20.4MP resolution, and has Lock-On AF, which provides the ability to focus on multiple points with subject recognition to keep your subject in sharp focus even when in motion.
- Intelligent Sweep Panorama 360?
- Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode takes Sony's Sweep Panorama function to the next level with the addition of motion compensation. Even when subjects are moving in the foreground of your landscape, these cameras can detect faces and moving subjects, intelligently stitching different widths together to minimize distortion. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed, then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image. Available in wide format and up to 360° full circle.
- Superior Auto
- This enables the camera to select optimal settings based on scene recognition and provides crisp, beautiful results even in low-light situations.
- Manual Exposure Control
- Manual control of aperture, shutter speed and ISO is offered with P/A/S/M modes.
- Motion Shot Video
- For a unique visual effect, use the Motion Shot Video to trace subject movement on the LCD. This playback function allows you to study form and pathways of moving subjects right on your camera.
- Face Detection, Tracking Focus & Smile Shutter
- Face Detection allows you to take better portraits and groups shots. It recognizes up to 8 faces within your image and adjusts the camera for optimal exposure of faces. Tracking Focus makes it easier to capture clear shots of moving subjects by having the focus automatically adjust while you follow the action with the camera, and Smile Shutter Technology helps you get the best shot by recognizing when is the best moment to release the shutter.
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity & NFC
- Wi-Fi lets you quickly upload photos and videos to social media sites through your smartphone or tablet, back them up on your network-connected computer, or view them on a wireless-enabled HDTV. When transferring images to Android smartphones or tablets, the camera also supports NFC, or Near Field Communication, providing a simple, "one touch connection" requiring you to merely touch the devices to connect.
- Built-In Flash & Multi Interface Hot Shoe
- A built-in manual pop-up flash offers available flash modes such as Auto, Fill-flash, Off, Slow-Sync, Advanced Flash and Rear Sync, as well as a wireless mode with optional compliant external flashes, which can also be used on the multi-interface hot shoe when you need a flash with more range.
- GPS Tagged Photos & PlayMemories Camera Apps
- Map your photos and videos with location data and camera direction with the GPS tag. GPS Log lets you track a photographic journey and images on a map. The GPS and PlayMemories Home software allows users to view images on a map where they can also be displayed on Google Earth. PlayMemories allows for applying creative effects or retouching images, which can then be easily uploaded to your social media account. Enjoy various Apps including Time Lapse, Smart Remote Control, and Direct Upload.
- Erase and Protect Features
- Protecting images can be done in various modes such as single image, selection of images, and by date, and erasing images can be done with the same modes, in addition to arranging it by folder.
- 4K Quality Still Images
- For 4x the resolution of full HD, enjoy the beauty of 4K quality still images with an optional HDMI connection to compatible 4K TVs. The camera can also be connected via HDMI to HDTVs for full HD 1080p resolution images.
Imaging Pixels Actual: 21.1 Megapixel Effective: 20.4 Megapixel Sensor 1/2.3" CMOS File Formats Still Images: JPEG Movies: MP4, MPEG-4 AVCHD Audio: AC3 Max Resolution 20MP: 5184 x 3888 Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 Image Stabilization Optical Color Spaces sRGB Optics Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar EFL: 4.3-215 mm (35 mm equivalent: 24-1200 mm) Aperture: f/2.8 (W) - 6.3 (T) Zoom Optical: 50x Clear Image Zoom: 100x Digital: 50x Focus Range Wide: 0.03' (1 cm) - Infinity Telephoto: 7.87' (240 cm) - Infinity Exposure Control ISO Sensitivity Auto, 80-3200 (High Sensitivity Mode: 100-12800) Shutter 4 - 1/4000 sec in Auto Mode 1 - 1/4000 sec in Program Mode 30 - 1/4000 sec in Shutter Priority Mode 30 - 1/4000 sec in Manual Mode 8 - 1/2000 sec in Aperture Priority Mode Exposure Metering Center-weighted, Multi, Spot Exposure Modes Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) Shooting Modes Anti-motion Blur Beach Fireworks Gourmet Handheld Twilight High Sensitivity Landscape Night Portrait Night Scene Pet Mode Portrait Snow Soft Skin Sports White Balance Modes Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Incandescent Burst Rate Up to 10 fps at 20.4 MP for up to 10 frames Self Timer 10 Sec, 2 Sec Flash Flash Modes Advanced Flash Auto Fill-flash/Slow Sync Off Rear Sync Wireless Built-in Flash Yes Maximum Effective Flash Range Wide: 1.64 - 27.89' (0.5 - 8.5 m) Telephoto: 7.87 - 11.48' (2.4 - 3.5 m) Wide: Up To 39.37' (12 m) Telephoto: 16.73' (5.1 m) External Flash Connection Hot Shoe, Wireless Memory Memory Card Type SD SDHC SDXC Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed) Memory Stick PRO HG-Duo Recording Video Recording Yes Resolution 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 24 fps 1440 x 1080: 30 fps 640 x 480: 30 fps Video Video Clip Length Up to 29 Minutes Audio Recording With Video, Stereo + Mono Viewfinder/Display Viewfinder Type Electronic Screen 3" LCD Rear Screen Tilt (921,000 pixels) Connectivity/System Requirements Connectivity AV / USB Multi, HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Yes built-in Software System Requirements Windows: Vista (SP2), 7 (SP1), 8 Mac: OS X 10.6, 10.8
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