Nikon Z7 II vs Sony H400
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
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- 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
- Released February 2014
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Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon Z7 II and Sony H400, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and H400 (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and H400 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Z7 II was revealed 6 years later than the H400 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Z7 II grades versus the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony H400
| Z7 II | H400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2020 |  | February 2014 | More recent by 82 months |
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 2100k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+1640k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Nikon Z7 II
| H400 | Z7 II |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony H400
| Z7 II | H400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II offers exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z7 II and Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Z7 II compared to the H400.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and H400 is 61 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and H400.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will give more detail because of its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony H400 Specifications
| Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2020-10-14 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 493 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/3.4-6.5 |
| Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 201 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.80 m |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 X 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 705g (1.55 pounds) | 628g (1.38 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 | 420 pictures | 300 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Two | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $2,997 | $268 |