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4.4 based on 553 customer reviews

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Picture Quality

Excellent

Sound Quality

Excellent

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

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Most Helpful Positive
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Great camera

DSCH400/B 03 May 2015 by frugalchariot (USA) Verified Purchaser Verified

I purchased this camera in late June, 2014 and have used it regularly. My photographic interest is the outdoors, both scenic and wildlife from closeup to telephoto, and the wide angle with 63X optical zoom allows amazing reach. The 20 megapixel resolution allows fine tuning and cropping on the computer with no loss in quality of the end product. And the camera is not heavy or bulky, is easily carried, and relatively easy to hold steady even on telephoto shots. Overall, the camera is a bargain at its asking price; I would recommend it without question to anyone who wants simplicity and great photographic range.

7

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Most Helpful Critical
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Could do with some better firmware and fasterfocus

DSC-H400 02 July 2017 by MAD MAX (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

My Sony Camera has been dogged by constant problems with focus. By pressing the shutter button partially it pulls into focus, then at the point of shutter release, loses it frequently. It also loses it's way and saves "invalid" files, that is most unpredictable. Focus - when it works is painfully slow. Multiple shutter release has never worked. It is also not possible to take control of focus, for example leave it on infinity. Aperture and Shutter priority pictures are fit only to delete. This is a very poor excuse for a camera. Shame because it is light, has a marvellous telephoto capability - but so little of the electronics really work properly. Unreliable and not really much use, I have initialised this camera on nearly every outing to get it to work at all. I will more than likely end up throwing it in the dustbin.

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Poor

Design

Poor

Ease of Use

Average

4

0

553 Customer Reviews

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Great for a beginner like myself

DSC-H400 21 April 2024 by Danre8470 (United Kingdom)

I have never been so impressed in my life my pics are getting plaudits from all who see them

Picture Quality

Excellent

Sound Quality

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

63x ZOOM, helps when taking macro photos.

DSC-H400 07 August 2023 by oldfinger (United Kingdom)

I purchased this camera as a stand in for my other Sony which is at the menders only for the battery cover to be replaced. It took a few pictures to get used to the white balance but after that it was fine. The view I see in the electronic screen doesn't match what uploads to the tv screen. I had to post edit the reds and the purple flowers.

Picture Quality

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Good

0

0

Response From Sony support team
11 August 2023

Hi oldfinger,

Thank you for your feedback.
We're glad to hear that you're enjoying your camera.
We hope you will continue to enjoy it for many more years to come!
If you require any assistance, you can contact us using this link: https://bit.ly/2NwYLXL.

Hana @Sony support UK

0

Solid Sony product nearly ten years old.

DSC-H400 06 August 2023 by jbleeds (United Kingdom)

I bought this for holidays and fun. Works well and was easy to learn how to use. As it made its debut nearly ten years ago it is a bit dated. No GPS, WiFi etc.. really needs a tripod for long distances but picture quality overall is good. The strap lugs are very tight to the camera and so quick release hooks are impossible.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Sound Quality

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Never worked from Day 1

DSC-H400 13 October 2021 by Capn John (United Kingdom)

Returned to Curry's - from whom I bought this expensive camera. They were unable/unwilling to take any responsibility and advised me to return - AT MY OWN EXPENSE! - to DKAV (whoever they are - I presume a sub-contractor) for repair. Each time camera switched on an error message appeared ("turn off and turn on again"). CONTINUOUSLY. AND I NEVER GOT BEYOND THE ERROR SCREEN. I await with interest the outcome with no confidence in this manufacturer's ability to remedy. Clearly not fit for purpose with well over £320 down the drain Apparently rhis is a common issue with these cameras

Picture Quality

Poor

Design

Poor

Ease of Use

Poor

0

4

Response From Sony Support Team
20 January 2022

Hi,

Thank you for your review.
We're sorry to hear that you've faced difficulties with your DSC-H400.
Thank you for leaving your feedback, and we're sorry to hear that our product hasn't satisfied your expectations, this is not the norm as we strive to deliver the best quality possible. We are always delighted to hear from our customers, and are always working to develop our products to suit your needs. We've raised your feedback as voice of customer, to the concerned team for future consideration.
If you need further assistance you can contact us using this link: https://bit.ly/2NwYLXL

Omnia@ Sony UK

0

Greta Camera

DSCH400/B 13 April 2021 by Bishop Taylor (USA) Verified Purchaser Verified

This camera has fulfilled all my needs and more! Great pictures and settings to make my photos and videos come alive!

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

Good camera

DSC-H400 26 March 2021 by Mark5691 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I have found this camera to be much easier to use than I thought it would be. It looks very impressive, and a bit daunting, but it is as easy to use as any compact camera and easier than my phone.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

2

0

0

the anti shake and zoom lens

DSCH400B 24 February 2021 by jack m (USA)

i have had the camera for over 2 yrs and have had no problems

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

2

0

0

Excellent compact camera

DSC-H400 20 February 2021 by Muttley 1962 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

This is an easy to use little camera with great results Highly recommend I am 1 step above a novice and I find it very easy to use Thanks Sony

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

The best pictures

DSC-H400 28 June 2020 by Baboh (Thailand)

It was a gift from friend living in the USA during my university days

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

Close ups r fab

DSC-H400 31 January 2020  (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

A good purchase, is everything I was expecting, works very well and is easy to use and set , sharp images, good video function

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

1

0

Easy first camera.

DSC-H400 11 November 2019 by jlily (United Kingdom)

It is my first camera and I'm happy with the simplicity of it.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

1

0

Great Camera

DSC-H400 05 November 2019 by Puffinpoo (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I bought this Camera to go on safari in Botswana. it came about a week before I went so had to play with it a lot to figure out what it did. I learned more when I was there and from other people. I would like to go on a course ot understand ewverything this Camera does as I suspect it has the facility to do way much more than I could ever need. However, I shot the moon and I shot some amazing animals and birds and was very pleased with the results. I need more practice though - but overall , I really like it. One thing that does bother me, when I take it out the camera case I got, I always manage to hit the on/off button - I know it goes off but I feel it is in the wrong place!

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

2

0

Amazing Videos and Photos

DSC-H400 09 October 2019 by Noni67 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I really like it since the day one easy to use quality photos and videos

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

1

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top of the line

DSC-H400 11 September 2019 by YOURPHOTOMAN (USA)

great zoom, great quality photos high resolution over 20 mb

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

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Response From Sony North America Customer Support
12 September 2019

Hi, YOURPHOTOMAN!

We are happy to hear your positive feedback. Thank you for choosing Sony!

Regards,

Vincent

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Thanks

DSC-H400 04 August 2019 by Redyan (United Kingdom)

Good item thanks very nice Machin I go this for months now and is really nice

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

1

0

great camera

DSC-H400 23 July 2019 by bkj 1 (United Kingdom)

I bought this in 2017 I am pleased with it ,until a error about a file

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

2

1

0

Not as good as anticipated

DSC-H400 16 June 2019 by Dave 83 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

This camera looks and feels the part but many photos are blur especially if they have been zoomed in the auto focus is not very good .We replaced a Kodak bridge camera with this this has an eye view finder on it as the kodak didn't it was difficult to see the screen in bright light . This is the same but u can then turn to the eye view finder but this is not very good as auto focus doesn't work very good. And i can't view anything through my glasses . We have a little fugi film pocket camera that gives me better photos than this very poor. We are very disappointed we took it to anglesy and the photos of a seal through it was absolutely terible this is the first sony camera i have bought and it will be my last. I will stick with the little fugi film that is only 14 mp rather than be disapointed

Picture Quality

Poor

Features

Poor

Design

Fair

Ease of Use

Poor

0

3

0

view finder and screen great for sunny days

DSC-H400 14 June 2019 by ktd2222 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Easy to use and simple menus to follow, very good quality

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Good

0

0

0

great thanks

DSC-H400 08 June 2019 by youss (United Kingdom)

I bough this item a month ago and I'm very happy thanks

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

good value

DSC-H400 28 April 2019 by maritime (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

various test pics. A good easy to program and use camera. one criticism. the phocus a tad slow,but once you get used to it. no issue.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

1

0

0

can't find to buy another

DSC-H400 26 April 2019 by Julie99 (USA)

i am handicapped, by not having enough blood O2, so I can't walk anywhere. we drive around to find something to take a picture. with this camera I can sit in the car and take a picture of something a long way away and get an enlargeable picture to sell. people wonder how I got such a beautiful picture. I want to buy another of this camera but can't find anywhere that sells it. I have taken so many pictures that the camera is wearing out.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

3

0

0

Great camera

DSC-H400 21 April 2019 by Theoben rapid (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

This is the best camera I've ever used just trying how to use it manually instead on auto

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Not far off a great product

DSC-H400 22 March 2019 by Johnnyz (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I bought this after a couple of years with a Sony compact zoom just for the extra zoom. The majority of my photography is on safari in Africa so I need a viewfinder, this camera has one but would benefit from a rubber eye cap fitting. The camera is easy to use, takes great photographs with detail down to whisker follicles on wild dogs. You can also manually create photos with aperture or shutter priority. My only other wish would be a manual focus and zoom facility

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Average

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

So far,so good

DSC-H400 10 March 2019 by Mick Hoppy (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Only bought a couple of weeks ago so not used much yet. Finding fairly easy to get good quality photos.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

0

0

0

Cracker

DSC-H400 05 January 2019 by Nick 59 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I have been given this for Christmas and I am very excited about this camera it is just what I wanted and it is easy to use 10/10.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

Excellent camera for stills and video

DSC-H400 26 November 2018 by neilnwda (United Kingdom)

Had one of these cameras previously, but somone else took a liking to it and it was removed from my posession. so bought another, excellent camera for stills and video,

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

1

0

0

Sony camera dsc h400

DSC-H400 03 October 2018 by A7 mirrorless (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Great digital camera. Easy to use. Takes good pictures. Excellent software support.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

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Good zoom

DSC-H400 11 September 2018 by Nonexistent You (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I’m disappointed with the multiple shot feature!!!

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Average

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

1

0

0

Sharp quality pictures

DSC-H400 08 September 2018 by Rab12 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I have just printed my first pictures and have been delighted by the sharpness of the image. As a novice I have only used the camera in auto mode but have been pleased with the early results. Supplied documentation could be more generous for me but is probably adequate for a seasoned photographer.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

3

0

0

Great camera, but low video quality

DSC-H400 05 September 2018  (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

The cera takes great pictures, but has small issues when it comes to focus especially when is filming

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

great camera

DSC-H400 27 August 2018 by julie 2103 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I bought this and very glad I did, great pictures and easy to use

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

So far, so good.

DSC-H400 21 August 2018 by Discovery (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Camera was purchased as a replacement for another Sony camera. My previous Dale was a superb camera, but with its interchangeable lenses was on the heavy side with restricted hand luggage, when traveling. This camera does it all in a lightweight package.

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

1

0

0

Easy to use

DSC-H400 18 July 2018 by KCcol (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I bought this model recently and have used it on several occasions. Easy to use and produces good shots. Battery provides good level of photos before recharge. Nice to hold and added bonus of viewfinder for zoom shots and more accurate photos.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Easy to use

DSC-H400 15 July 2018 by Dave113 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I have used this camera for 1 month & find it good except at extreme range of zoom.

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Average

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

new camera

DSC-H400 10 July 2018 by dougal 1 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

still learning but a great camera.it is so easy to use

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Versatile camera with a good range of features

DSC-H400 07 July 2018 by DJM53 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Bought this camera to replace a Nikon bridge camera that had died on me after about 5 years of regular use. Have had it about a month now and have been very impressed with the quality and variety of photo settings and am pleased with the pictures that I have been able to get.

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

5

0

0

Great feature

DSC-H400 05 July 2018 by Isanue (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Love this product sights good and pictures are excellant

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

Very Bad product

DSC-H400 29 June 2018 by Ranga1982 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I bought this three weeks ago in Trondheim in Norway. It had a big problem. When I switch ON the camera, the lence usually work UP an DOWN without any control. Really sad bout this product

Picture Quality

Poor

Features

Poor

Design

Poor

Ease of Use

Poor

1

1

Response From Customer support
02 July 2018

Hi Ranga1982,
We recommend getting in touch with our customer support to get help with this. You can find the contact details in this link: http://bit.ly/2oUrHPV (copy and paste the link into your web browser).

Sony support team.

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great little camera

DSC-H400 27 June 2018 by skiprat (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

just bought the dsc h400 and am really pleased would have liked more info on all the features of camera especially the best settings for attaining the maximum view of this camers

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Excellent

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Fair

0

0

0

EASY TO USE

DSC-H400 26 June 2018 by Koiman (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I have only had this unit for several weeks now. So far, very pleased with it. The full test will be in July at the Farnborough Air Show.

Picture Quality

Good

Features

Good

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Inadequate Manuel

DSC-H400 25 June 2018 by david 64 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

At the time I was bought the camera for a birthday I didnt have a computer, I could not download anything , I am not satisfied with not having a manuel, the print out I eventually downloaded was not sufficient

Picture Quality

Poor

Features

Poor

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Poor

0

1

Response From Customer support
27 June 2018

Hi David,

Thank you for your feedback.

You'll find the online help guide for your camera available on this link: https://bit.ly/2lExtRM.

Hope this helps.

Sony support team.

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Great camera, easy to use and fantastic zoom.

DSC-H400 21 June 2018 by Willpuk (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Bought this for my upcoming trip to Alaska. Great camera, easy to use and fantastic zoom.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

2

0

0

many great features

DSC-H400 18 June 2018 by gwbert (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

i bought this camera a couple of weeks ago after being satisfied that it was the best value for the money that i wanted to spend. after using it i am sure it was the right choice. it makes me feel like a profesional

Picture Quality

Poor

Features

Poor

Design

Poor

Ease of Use

Poor

1

0

0

Professional Good CAMERA

DSC-H400 17 June 2018 by David2018Jan (Malaysia)

I bought this very very very satisfeid ..better then canon eos 700D ,750D ,nikon d5200 ,nikon d5300

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

3

1

0

Very good camera

DSC-H400 15 June 2018 by Kippers1 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Very pleased wifh H400 camera great features and easy to use

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

The Good and the Very Bad!!

DSC-H400 13 June 2018 by Tonys Dandan (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Very good short focal length photos but Very bad long and full length focal photos.

Picture Quality

Average

Features

Average

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Average

1

1

0

A easy to use bridge camera

DSC-H400 13 June 2018 by Abraxos (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

This camera is a dream to use. The menu system is clear and uncomplicated, and the diopter, though not of the best quality, is sufficient to do the job. The resulting images are clear, although will always benefit from a little judicial sharpening at the higher resolutions. All in all, a wonderful camera for it's cost.

Picture Quality

Average

Features

Good

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Exceptional value

DSC-H400 09 June 2018 by Not got one at all (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Having planned my trip to the West Coast of the US I felt I needed a special camera to view some of the most spectacular scenery one could imagine. This camera is definitely the one. Great features easy to use and looks and feels more expensive.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Having fun learning about the camera

DSC-H400 16 May 2018 by Ali boase (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

I am happy with the photos and l am happy with the camera and l will post pictures

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

1

0

0

Excellent option for value/quality

DSC-H400 11 May 2018 by Phil02 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

Only have started to familiarise myself with the DSC-H400, but seems to fit the bill an de meeting my expectations. Bought as replacement of my old Fuji FinePix S5600 (which feels tiny in hands now). And as an alternative to my Nikon 3100 + 18-55mm + Tamron 300. Still have to carry out field test (travelling soon for 3 weeks in Madagascar) but already find easy to handle. Liking 63x zoom ( probably most important point in buying decision process). Only minus for now is the lack of cord/tie from camera to lense cover, meaning when shooting need to hold/drop or put in a pocket. Happy otherwise!

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Excellent

Design

Excellent

Ease of Use

Excellent

0

0

0

Sony - DSC-H400 Good and not quite so good

DSC-H400 10 May 2018 by Belmont36 (United Kingdom) Verified Purchaser Verified

In general the camera is very easy to use, picture quality has surprised me by how good it is and the ZOOM. Superb !! This was the feature the camera was bought for and it has not in the slightest disappointed. Even when using the digital zoom, picture degradation is less than expected. Not so good points - speed of writing to the SD card. Even when using lower quality setting, somewhat slower than expected. But does this detract from the camera overall - that depends upon the type of subject you'll be photographing. Finally, I haven't yet found a dedicated macro setting. A slight annoyance.

Picture Quality

Excellent

Features

Average

Design

Good

Ease of Use

Good

0

0