Sony has launched two prosumer cameras, Sony DSC-H400, and DSC-HX400V

Sony has unveiled two latest superzoom prosumer cameras, the DSC-H400 and Cyber​-shot DSC-HX400V. Presence is still needed prosumer camera photography enthusiasts, especially those who need a friend for a trip or vacation, so no need to carry large and heavy camera like a DSLR camera. Prosumer cameras often referred to as a bridge of applying a compact camera to a DSLR camera, so it can be said that the prosumer camera is a unique blend between a DSLR cameras with a pocket camera. The distinctive feature of the camera is the lens prosumer superzoom and a variety of advanced features such as existing on a professional camera, but you can get a more affordable price, not heavy and not too big, making it convenient to carry anywhere.

 

Sony DSC-HX400V is prosumer or a bridge camera. Image: techradar.com

The Sony DSC-HX400V prepared as an affordable version of the Sony RX10, a premium camera from Sony. The HX400 comes with a 20.4-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and Bionz processor X. Sony HX400 reinforced with Carl Zeiss zoom lens, offering the capability of up to 50x optical zoom (24 - 1200mm). With the 50x range, you can be free to bring distant objects into a close, the results remain bright, thanks to the famous Carl Zeizz. The HX400 is also capable of recording video at Full HD resolution, so you can play on a high definition television with bright and brilliant images.

The Sony DSC-HX400V also equipped with Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization, also equipped with Active Mode Intelligent. Sony claims that compared to similar features in other cameras, it features a vibration damper on the HX400 more leverage in reducing vibration when taking pictures or recording video.

 

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 with 63x optical zoom. Image: photographyblog.com

If you want to upload your photos to other devices such as smartphones or tablets, then you do not need to worry because Sony provides Wi-Fi and NFC on the Sony HX400. The camera also uses a 3-inch swivel screen and a battery that can last up to 300 shots. This camera also has an electronic viewfinder that allows you to take pictures and to create movies or videos in full HD.

Meanwhile, you get a surprise from Sony, because Sony Cybershot DSC-H400 is equipped with a 24mm wide-angle lens capable of 63x optical zoom lens, equivalent to that has a range of 24-1550mm. With a 63x optical zoom range of the camera causes the Sony Cyber​​-shot DSC-H400 as a prosumer camera with the longest zoom lens in the world. The range of this lens also allows you to enlarge the subject from a distance of hundreds of meters to detail and brilliant. Of course, for better zooming the images, the use of a tripod is recommended. If you forgot to bring a tripod, so you can rest your back against a wall or a tree, so that the Sony H400 superzoom lenses still gives you a variety of sharp photos.

 

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 a new prosumer camera. Image: digitalphotographylive.com

The Sony DSC-H400 is designed with DSLR-style body. Camera with 3-inch screen is also equipped with Optical Steady Shot feature to compensate for the effects of hand shake so that the images remain sharp. Sony DSC-H400 reinforced with Super HAD CCD sensor resolution of 20.1 megapixels, and you can choose the option of ISO 80 to ISO 3200. Those who like video recording Sony DSC-H400 can record video at 720p HD resolution.

The presence of the Sony Cybershot DSC-H400, and the DSC-HX400V has a lot more options for anyone who wants style style DSLR cameras at affordable prices, easy to carry, but can produce sharp pictures, and videos in high resolution and easy to use comfortable. But as a comparison, you might consider the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. Panasonic DMC-LZ40 is equipped with a 22mm lens with a 42x optical zoom capability reach, also performed with the style of a DSLR.