Sony DSC-HX400V Specification Guide
Key Features
50x Optical/100x Clear Image Zoom G Lens
Get amazingly close with 50x optical zoom plus 100x Clear Image zoom G lens . Most digital zooms use electronic
cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor
compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic,
higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos.
Shoot incredibly smooth video
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and stills
Shoot incredibly smooth video
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and still images with the new BIONZ X processor and Optical SteadyShot (Intelligent Active
mode). When the processor and image stabilization technology work together they deliver sharp image quality with low
noise and minimal blur even while the user is strolling and the camera is zoomed in
20.4MP Exmorr
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R CMOS Sensor for superb low light images
This camera features a 20.4 megapixel Exmor
®
R CMOS image sensor that brings out the full resolving power of the
camera’s professional G
®
Lens to deliver extremely fast speed, high resolution, and stunning low-light sensitivity with
improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. In addition, the combined Exmor
®
R CMOS sensor and BIONZ
®
X
image processor delivers extremely fast up to 10fps, Anti Motion Blur, Hand-held Twilight and 1080p movie modes.
Create cinematic Full HD video
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in 1080/60p/24p
Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60p/24p in 1080 AVCHD™ video.¹ This
provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your HD TV.
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Keep your subject in focus with Lock-On AF
Lock-On AF gives you the ability to focus on multiple points with subject recognition to keep your subject in sharp focus
even when in motion.
Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi
®
w/NFC
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Connectivity with smartphones for One-touch sharing/One-touch remote has been simplified with Wi-Fi
®
w/NFC
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control.
In addition to Wi-Fi support for connecting to smartphones, the camera also supports NFC (near field communication)
providing “one touch connection” convenience when transferring images to Android™ smartphones and tablets. Users
need only touch devices to connect; no complex set-up is required. Moreover, when using Smart Remote Control — a
feature that allows shutter release to be controlled by a smartphone — connection to the smartphone can be established
by simply touching compatible devices.
Map your images with GPS tagged photos
GPS records location data and camera direction as you shoot movies and photos. GPS Log lets users track a
photographic journey and later view the path and images on a map. Map View in “they were taken. The logged path
and images PlayMemories Home” software, allows users to view images on a map showing where can also be displayed
on Google Earth.
Enhance features w/ downloadable camera apps
Get creative with PlayMemories Camera Apps™ by applying exciting artistic effects or retouching images with
professional results, then easily upload your photos to Facebook
®
or Instagram. Enjoy added functionality with apps that
include Time Lapse, Smart Remote Control, and Direct Upload.
4K quality still image output via HDMI
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Enjoy the beauty of 4K quality still image (4x the resolution of Full HD) via simple HDMI connection to compatible 4K TVs
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The camera can also be connected via HDMI to HDTVs for full HD 1080p resolution images.
Motion-Shot Video traces subject movement
Motion-Shot Video traces subject movement on the camera’s LCD for a unique visual effect. Use this playback function
on the camera to study form and pathways of subjects.
DSC-HX400V/B
Sony High Zoom Point and Shoot Camera
Closeness is nothing without clarity. Enjoy 50x optical
zooming, silky-smooth Full HD video and razor-sharp,
20.4MP pics—perfect for sporting events and all your
adventures. Looking to capture the mood of a shot
without the harshness of a flash? Low-light environments
(think candlelight and campfire) maintain their warmth
thanks to the sensitive Exmor R
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CMOS sensor.