Nikon P530 vs Sony H400
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Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Launched February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon P520
(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 P530 vs Sony H400 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon P530 versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P530 was announced within a month of the H400 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P530 grades versus the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P530 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Sony H400
P530 | H400 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Nikon P530
H400 | P530 |
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Common features in the Nikon P530 and Sony H400
P530 | H400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P530 provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Check the Nikon P530 versus Sony H400 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the P530 compared to the H400.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P530 and H400 is 67 and 62 respectively.

Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P530 and H400.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony H400 to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P530 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1280 X 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 494 gr (1.09 lbs) | 628 gr (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 240 shots | 300 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $280 | $268 |