Nikon P610 vs Sony H400
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Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon P600
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 P610 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon P610 vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P610 was revealed 13 months later than the H400 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the P610 grades versus the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P610 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are available at Nikon P610 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Sony H400
P610 | H400 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | February 2014 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Nikon P610
H400 | P610 |
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Common features in the Nikon P610 and Sony H400
P610 | H400 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P610 features physical measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
See the Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the P610 against the H400.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the P610 and H400 is 65 and 62 respectively.
Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P610 and H400.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H400 to deliver more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher P610 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon P610 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.50 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 565 gr (1.25 lb) | 628 gr (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 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 | 330 photos | 300 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $430 | $268 |