Nikon L810 vs Sony H400
74 Imaging
39 Features
38 Overall
38


62 Imaging
45 Features
41 Overall
43
Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Successor is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014

Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon L810 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The L810 was introduced 24 months before the H400 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L810 scores versus the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony H400
L810 | H400 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Nikon L810
H400 | L810 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony H400
L810 | H400 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L810 offers external measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L810 and Sony H400 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L810 versus the H400.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and H400 is 74 and 62 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and H400.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony H400 to result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older L810 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L810 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 gr (0.95 pounds) | 628 gr (1.38 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 300 shots |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $280 | $268 |