Best review I have seen for this camera a few nice tips thrown in, this guy knows is stuff made my mind up cheers Steve.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex. Hope the info helped :-)

Hi Steve ,,, loved this comprehensive review! Crystal clear, fair and un biased. You have covered a great deal and particularly things “hidden” like the dedicated Sony microphone. Your wildlife photos at the end are gorgeous and do actually prove the comments made about clarity and colour saturation. Your presentation style is relaxed and confident! You have assisted me in my next purchase - it’s the HX 400v. Thanks for your time placed into producing this and conducting the post edit (I know it takes ages to get it right) it is most appreciated! Regards Dave!

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave, appreciated :-) If you do get the HX400V enjoy using it.

Thank you. I love my camera even more now. This is my first decent camera and still learning how to take great photos.

This is my second Sony camera and I love and it does an amazing job on my bird photos. Thanks for the review.

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome Louise. They are ideal for wildlife and a lot lighter to carry around all day than a DSLR.

@thebigaverage-jordanspeck9045

3 жыл бұрын

First of all. All these years later thanks so much for the reply. I'm looking at getting this sony next week second hand. They are very expensive in South africa.. Do you think it's still a decent camera to purchase in 2020 for amateur level hobby grade photography.

Cheers Steve just bought this yesterday and found your video on line for this camera but only watched a few minutes and will watch later the full vid and I can tell right away this is going to help me a lot, I will subscribe 😎👍

Thank you Steve. I appreciate the effort you have gone to in putting this helpful video together.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@mohamedabdullahi2797

3 жыл бұрын

How Cani detected microphone the camera

Very helpful review thank you so much keep up the good and hard work love your channel ❤️

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, appreciated :-)

Thanks Steve for the Nice overview, I have this camera too and am quite satisfied with it. I wish you a nice day!

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you like the camera John. It is good value for money on the whole.

@EE-pe8br

4 жыл бұрын

Hi John, did you have the E:62:10 error on your sony hx?

@john-moes

4 жыл бұрын

@@EE-pe8br Hi Steve, I don't have the error , everything works perfectly. Here a link from someone who googled the internet about the malfunction sony-e-62-10.atspace.cc/

@EE-pe8br

4 жыл бұрын

@@john-moes I am happy to hear that, thanks for replying.

Very nice video, Steve.. Bought the same one last April.. I must say I'm very impressed with its performance & features especially its 50x zoom & focus peaking.. Thank you..

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Yes the 50X optical zoom is impressive.

Great video Steve and very helpful I have been thinking of getting this camera for a while I don’t want a DSLR and loads of different lens this fits the bill very well thx

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

No problem. They are decent walkabout cameras when you don't want to carry lots of heavy DSLR gear.

I own this camera, and to date, have not used a mic on it, but I will be giving it a try now. ALL the HX SONYS are great, I own all 3 types, thank you

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Great. Enjoy the camera. The Sony colours are nice and faithful if you get the white balance right.

@ghostf3063

6 жыл бұрын

Robbie and Gary lucky u bro ohh I want one to 😔

@EE-pe8br

4 жыл бұрын

Did you have the E:62:10 error on any of your hx's?

@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy

4 жыл бұрын

@@EE-pe8br Yes, I had it fixed, the zoom needs to be repaired with that message, works fine now.

@EE-pe8br

4 жыл бұрын

@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy do you maybe know what caused the problem (maybe have dropped the camera?), how fid you fix it and what did it cost you?

Great review Sir. Thank you.

Thanks very good video. This decided my choice for the HX400V

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Great. Glad you liked the video. It produces some nice images, particularly in good light.

Nice review and my camera is just on the way!

Thank you for teaching me about my camera 📷😃

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

You are welcome-enjoy using it :-)

I just bought one of these as it seemed the best value for a new camera for an amateur like me, just looking for something to produce reasonable photos with decent zoom. At £320 with a couple of extra batteries and carry case thrown in, it seemed decent value. Thank you for all your information.

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

Yes they are a decent walkabout camera for everyday use. Enjoy.

Great review 👍

Hi Steve, I came across this review recently and appreciate the in-depth advice on capabilities and limitations of this camera. Been looking for an external flash that would go with this camera. I am eyeing Godox TT600 / Neewer TT560 (Sony flashes are a bit too expensive so looking for cheaper option), but open for suggestions. Will keep an eye out for your advice. Thanks in advance.

Amazing, now I'm not confused. Hx400v❤️❤️. Thank you for such deep information 🙂

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Enjoy using the camera if you own it.

Very good and informative video. Thanks.

@koolkutz7

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

Hi Steve!I'm thinking of buying him one now sh2, it's still worth a 2023 or the phones take pictures so well that there's no point anymore, I'd like to use it to photograph birds but also people and vacations

@koolkutz7

Жыл бұрын

Yes this camera is quite dated now but has a good optical zoom lens for wildlife. Phone camera are ok for general photos but not suitable for wildlife really as zoom is digital not optical

Thanks for the good review. I own a fz300 25-600mm and do lot of bird photography but I definitely need more zoom and I am looking at this Sony for the zoom range and also for the Zeiss lens

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the Sony certainly gives you a lot more telephoto zoom range. Maybe also have a look at the Panasonic FZ80/82; I own it and it's pretty decent for stills and can shoot 4K video-it has a 20-1200mm zoom range.

@xfontan66

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thanks a lot for your reply, I will check the FZ80/82 as well

I added you a *LIKE* at 20:39 for mentioning that image-stabilization can't be shut off, the first/only time I ever heard of such.

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Yes it is strange. I tried to do an image of the moon with camera on a tripod and the IBIS tries to compensate and drifts about-impossible to get the shot!

@junglphex

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Yes thanks from me too - I was just about to buy one of these, but not being able to get the moon is a deal breaker, cheers.

Nice camera, I have the the Sony H300 it's a pretty good camera when you first start out and I've been getting pretty good photos but I will be getting this Sony HX400v eventually as this camera has a lot more bells and whistles.

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it has lots of good features.

I like the way you present. humor. :)

I use this camera as well; excellent point about not being able to turn the image stabilization off; and for the very reason you mention- weird "floating" image look when shooting video. Would seem like a simple enough thing to fix with a firmware update. Otherwise love this camera.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Yes the strange floating drives you nuts, espesially when you want to work on a tripod, the images drifts around; as you say, surely it would be easy to put an 'off' option in the camera. I have a Panasonic FZ330 & that has the option to turn it completely off!

@JitskeTrijntje

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Hm, I just bought one 2nd hand, because of all the .. investment in reading and Sony fan. But this weird thing of not being able to turn off the stabilisation is ... not o.k. Tad Tamura speaks about a firmware undate: a. is this possible, b. if yes: have you experience and if so, which are the results, stabilisation ordered? Thanks for reading my question.

Hi thanks for explanation about sony camera 📷 I purchased also one, could I use a wired microphone if yes which model? Thanks again

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

No, because there is not a mic port on this camera.

Where did you get your filters from? I got my camera from Jessops but they wouldn't advice on filters due to the way the lens goes back into the camera. Also I use my for taking photos at my Taekwon-Do Classes, however I find the pics a bit out of focus inside building evening pics. Even on auto! Any advice?

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

I get my filters from various online shops such as Amazon, SRB Photographic, Premier Ink, WEX etc (UK). The autofocus will struggle in low light (as do most cameras). The problem is you have to push the ISO setting up high which reduces the image quality. And of course you probably want a fast shutter speed for martial arts/action shots so even less light! You will need at least 1/500th or faster to 'freeze' the action or maybe try flash, even though shutter speed will reduce the flash will freeze the action.

Really enjoying this video Steve. Great about Dead cat lol. I was waiting to hear about Microphone. Are the filters expensive to buy? I was going to buy a DLSR but think this will suit me well

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

Dead Cat! Yes I got an angry dog growling at my microphone recently too, a bit embarrassing! The filters are reasonably priced; I use Hoya ones mostly & they are good. Depending on what you like to photograph I would consider a DSLR or even Mirrorless camera system over a 'Bridge' camera. And of course it depends on your budget.

Hi Steve, can you tell me what website you purchased that camera strap at? I like it a lot, but cannot find it on the Internet.

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary. I bought it off Amazon UK. It was only about £5 and is very comfortable, if a little long!

What if you want to put a multi tool on to the camera to attach more things like lights and monitors? Will the mic still work then?

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

I think you would have to use a rig or bracket that attaches underneath via the tripod thread since the Sony mi relies on the hotshoe on top.

Will this camera be good for KZread videos as I thought KZread didn't like HD footage? Thanks. Great review. I want to buy this camera to start my channel.

Could you send me a link to buy the same dead cat cover as you have and how to change the microphone level settings on the camera please as I have the same camera.

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

The fluffy deadcat cover was homemade from a dog toy I purchased from my local discount store called B&M Bargains here in the UK. To change the microphone levels on this camera you have to enter the menu (about page 5 I think-not sure I have not got the camera anymore), then scroll down to option that says 'Micref Level' and choose low, medium or high etc.

Thanks for the review Steve. Very useful particularly as I want to do wildlife photography on a budget. Does the camera come with an SD Card or would I have to purchase separately?

@nirav6983

2 жыл бұрын

It comes with 16gb card

Very well explained. I just bought this camera, I'm seeing pixelated images. Can you help me in choosing the right option and settings for a photo, say candid indoor. Or do i need additional flash for sharp images?

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

If you are shooting on the full AUTO mode indoors then the camera might automatically try to raise the ISO so you will get 'grainy' (blotchy) looking images. Yes, try using the pop-up flash indoors or some decent LED lights etc. Hope that helps.

Steve Im having a problem when shooting Movies it seems to record to the onboard memory instead of the SD card. I can't find the settings have you any idea please?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure I can help with that one, never happened to me on that camera. Have you tried using a different memory card in case the one that is inserted is full or become corrupted?

Nice review done. May I know how can I zoom and focus moon images the best?

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

To take pictures of the moon put camera on full optical zoom, Manual Mode, ISO 200, F6.3, 1/250th sec shutter speed, White balance-either Daylight or Custom 4000K, make sure steady shot is ON, then take the picture, review & adjust ISO up/down to lighten darken.

@evinor9844

2 жыл бұрын

Far play steve great review and very helpfull

It is remarkable value for money,solid,and feels great in the hand,and produces excellent images,just as good,in my view,to the images from my Canon 7d,and it's easier to carry around. Looking at them on my 23" PC screen, you can't really tell them apart,and A4s print out well,bright and colourful. There is no RAW facility,but over many years,I have always preferred jpegs anyway,so no big deal,as the jpegs are really good from the Sony anyway.

Hello, could you tell me the model of the camera bag. I want to buy one bag but i don't find the correct model.

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

It is a Sony one. Sorry, not sure exactly which model but I think they are listed on Sony's official website. It costs approx £20-£25.

Thank you for the review. I used to own the previous version of this camera (HX300) and I liked it a lot. HX400V is a much better camera though.

I have a sony hx400v will a Sony external microphone work to some extent? I know they are not completely compatible but is it so much that I will notice? I shoot outside.

@koolkutz7

Жыл бұрын

I only noticed a bit of an improvement when shooting with this mic outdoors. I find that just sticking a bit of foam over the internal mic can work ok to combat wind noise too.

Wow, great review! Thanks!!

Very nice review. Thank u so much. I hv the same camera. Help me how to take close up pics with blurred back ground like u did some nice ones.

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

To blur the background the camera need to be quite close to your subject and the background far away and use the lens at the telephoto setting, maybe 300mm plus.

@chittaray6564

5 жыл бұрын

Thank u Steve. Will try the way u said. Love to see some more of yr Sony hx400v close up pics.

How to take images with background blurred ...not able to figure out on Sony dschx400v...pls suggest...thanks

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

It is harder to blur out the background on this type of camera due to the smaller sensor. What may help is taking the photo on a long zoom, 20x or 30x and place your subject near to the camera and the background further away from your subject-this helps to get some background blur a bit anyway.

Hi Stev, Sorry to bother you, but I've just looked at my hotshoe and some of the pins seem to be out of alignment. The pins in question from left to right are number 4, 7, 15, and the last one. Could you please advise me if this is how they should be by looking at your own. I would be greatful for your assistance. Many thanks Regards, Bill.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill. Sorry but I have sold mine now so I can't go and look for you. Also I don't know if the ECM-W1M mic will work on it sorry. Maybe someone out there has the answer. You could go on Sony's website and there should be a camera-accessory compatibility chart.

Здравствуйте! Подскажите пожалуйста, можно ли на фотокамеру сони HX400 v подключить внешний микрофон, если да, то какой именно?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry I can only speak English if you have a question. Thanks

The polarizing filter what mm is it? Or in general the filter lenses what size are they (pricing this same camera almost exact same set up) a waiting its arrival but pricing the extras want to price the correct lens thanks

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

The filter thread size on this camera is 55mm. I have bought various filters from Amazon, Premier Ink & SRB Photographic (I am based in the UK). Get a multicoated (HMC) UV filter for protection first and leave it on most of the time.

@kit_drcpage5180

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough thanks

@jamgooandyou

5 жыл бұрын

55mm and the Polaroid / Neewer are under £20 on amazon and brilliant

when you connect the sony external mic on the camera, do you end up with an audio from external mic and audio from internal mic when you go into to edit the footage?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

If you connect the external mic it automatically syncs with camera and you get the audio from that mic, not the internal mic when editing (in other words-just one audio track, not 2).

@BayAreaMusicLens

5 жыл бұрын

great so no syning is needed? and thanks for responding Steve

Which is better Camera for beginners under RS. 30000 Sony Cyber shot dsc hx400v or Nikon D5300 ?

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

I would probably buy the Nikon D5300 as it has a bigger sensor and will produce clearer images, especially at higher ISO settings. It is easy to use as you can try auto and scene modes to begin with, then try other advanced settings as you get more experience/confidence.

What about this compared to the nikon p900 now.. Excluding the zoom difference. Is the image quality at full zoom still good

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the image quality is decent throughout the optical zoom range. The clear-image zoom loses some quality and I never use digital zoom anyway. The image quality should be similar to the P900 as they have the same size sensor.

@thebigaverage-jordanspeck9045

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thanks so much for the reply. I'm hoping to pick up a second hand one next week.. I've been reading alot of people complaining about the e62 10 error so I'm worried about the reliability of the camera. It's a lot of money for me

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

@@thebigaverage-jordanspeck9045 no problem. I think the error is common with that model where the temperature warning symbol comes on I think, mine was okay but didn't have the camera that long. Maybe also look at the Panasonic FZ330 or FZ82, I am very happy with both of those and no faults so far.

Thank you for the video review. I would also give it an 8 out of 10. There are far better cameras out there, of course, but not at this price range. Overall, it's a very good go-to camera. I think its biggest asset is its quick deployment. The HX400V is very ergonomic - controls in manual mode are easy to adjust for that quick shot. It has a big camera feel - very stable. Quick focusing in manual mode is easy to obtain.

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

Yes I think you summed it up well. It is a good all-rounder with decent features and it is a lighter than carrying a huge telephoto lens round all day! (even if the image quality is not as good).

@IneedtopromoteU

5 жыл бұрын

​ Steve Ferneyhough Thank you again for your review. You were very thorough. I see you have a mic for this camera. Would you produce a microphone test video with it using your voice? Just curious how the microphone performs on this camera and how the camera settings adjust for it. Because of the camera's wide angle lens, I wonder if it would be good for close up interviews - or for "run and gun" testimonial videos - assuming you had a decent shotgun mic?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

I have actual sold that particular microphone now but maybe I have some footage using it. I found it to be okay but but really amazing performance-seems a bit overpriced to me. It might be okay though for testimonial type work but don't expect it to be super clear. On other cameras I now use the Rode Video Mic Pro (the one with the rycote cradle) & a Rode 'deadcat' furry cover on and that is very good; clear with nice depth to it.

@IneedtopromoteU

5 жыл бұрын

​@@koolkutz7 Thanks for the quick response. I do have a Rode NGT2 and Video Micro - they both sound great. Just curious about a lightweight mic to use on this camera for those run-and-gun testimonials. Take care and have a great day!

Hello Steve I'm also a KZreadr uploading videos on trains. Currently I'm using Nikon B500 & I want to upgrade my camera. My budget is under 400 pounds. Shall I go for a DSLR or this one

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

You might be better buying a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera for KZread videos. Such as canon M50 or Panasonic g7 or an Olympus Pen with a kit lens. I bet used ones would be reasonably priced too.

i own the camera is it safe to attach a external mic on it? can i fit a microphone on it? will some different company's microphone work with it? i mwan other than sony...

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

You can place a microphone on the 'multi-interface' hotshoe but it probably has to be the official Sony one-I don't know if there are any thirds party compatible mic's. be aware also that the camera does not have a mic port.

I Continous use hx200v but it has no output for mic for video shooting.....

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

There is no mic port but you can use the Sony microphone as featured in my video. Just place it straight onto the hotshoe and it works fine.

can you please tell me if we can manually control the shutter speed and aperture? if yes, are those functions easily accessible? or are buried deep within the menu? thanks!

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Yes it pretty easy to do-simply place camera in 'Manual' mode, then use the rear dial to change settings-I think for either shutter/aperture you have to press the +/- button too.

@abhishekjathar

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough that's great.! thanks!

Which converters do I need to use for sony hx400 to work with mic

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

No converters needed. Simply place the Sony microphone on the hotshoe on top of camera & it works automatically.

How can I remove automatic zoom when making videos? Makes a horrible noise 😩

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

I don't think you can I'm afraid. You could set the micref (microphone) level to LOW in the menu or maybe place a bit of foam over the mic to muffle it a bit. I had the same problem and it drives you nuts!

What about low-light photos/videos, is it good? I am in dilemma selecting this or RX100.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

It is not great in low light and/or when you use higher ISO settings. You might find the Sony RX100 is better.

@mattw1998

5 жыл бұрын

The rx100 would be better but the problem is the rx100 overheating problems however the hx 400 does not overheat it's pretty good I've used it up to 29 minutes no problems

Thanks for this review! Btw how about the flip screen while vlogging? Do you have any ideas? Thanks!

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the trouble with this camera is that it only has a tiltable screen. Maybe you could do what Camera Conspiricies does by placing a mirror behind the camera facing back at you so you can see a reflection of the screen.

@kianotesyt9392

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thanks!!!

Hi Steve, Does this camera accept a wireless radio mike? Looking for a new camera to shoot video on. Regards, Bill.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill. I'm not sure about that sorry. I have just looked in my Sony brochure but it just lists 3 microphones that fit directly onto the hotshoe like the one I show in the video. Best to check the Sony website for compatibility.

@billsbasementworkshop1902

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply steve, How old is your camera? you posted the review in 2017, but some review's that I've seen have been fron as far back as 2014. Regards, Bill.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Bill. I purchased mine early 2017, but yes I think it came out a few years ago and as far as I am aware Sony has not replaced/upgraded this model.

Nice video....lots of useful info....thanks! I just bought this camera and one thing v/odd ….when I take a picture the view screen is filled with colorful graphics surrounding a v/small image of the picture I just took -?- usually the image just appears for a few seconds and goes but this is very odd. So, I can see the image I took because it's ting and surrounded by colorful graphics?! Can I turn this "off" or is it set....I haven't found an explanation so I you might know I'd appreciate the expertise! Many thanks....Jack in western Colorado/USA.

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

I think it sounds like the way you are viewing the images in playback mode on the screen. You can usually toggle through various viewing options; so when you have taken a photo and then press PLAY, the image is displayed, right? If you press something like the 'INFO' button (can't quite remember) it will display the image with/without text or whatever. Sometimes you need to press it several times to cycle through the options. Hope that helps.

@jackgj3771

5 жыл бұрын

Gee thanks! @@koolkutz7 That did it! :-) I knew it had to be simple but it baffled me for two days!

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

@@jackgj3771 Glad you worked it out. Enjoy!

Greetings, I own this camera, but I need Mike, can you help me get me in Sudan now, the HX400V camera

I have purchased the HX 350 and loved it. I now have bought the HX400V but I've never worked out how to set the camer to blur water I could love to be abled to do this but it would be great to save this on one of the ready buttons 1 or 2 I have autism so a step by step instructions would be fantastic.

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

You can create blurry water effects on this camera but you need 2 things to achieve it; 1. a sturdy tripod. 2. an ND (neutral density) filter-it helps block out sunlight and slow the shutter speed down to make the water look blurry. First, put camera on tripod; set the Mode dial on top of camera to M (manual). Get your screw-in ND Filter (maybe an ND8) which should be 55mm diameter and put it onto front on lens. Now look at the screen on camera and set aperture about F5.6, shutter speed to about 4 seconds. Set the ISO to about 100. Try this on a brook, stream or waterfall. Now set the self-timer to 2 seconds, press shutter and review the image. If it looks too dark try longer shutter speed, if it's too light try shorter shutter speed, maybe 2 seconds, or a darker ND filter ND16-or you can buy a variable ND filter which dials in the darkness easy. Hope this helps a bit-there are lots of YT video on this subject too.

@emilystarring5504

3 жыл бұрын

this may be silly but i have always used this as a point and shoot and have enjoyed the results but i have a sturdy tripod and an ND filter although i gave all these i don't know how to set shutter speed to 4 seconds and i can't set aperture or even how to set up the ISO. i'm trying with this camera to do more manual photography and thought this to be the best camera to start me off.

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

@@emilystarring5504 Okay. So there is a circular MODE dial on top of camera with different letters on it, P A S M etc. Turn the dial to S to set the shutter speed. To change shutter speed turn dial on back of camera until it reads 4sec or 4". To set ISO press MENU button, scroll down camera menu by using the up/down pad then set ISO to either 80 or 100.. Then do all the other steps as described in my last reply.

I heard some wind noise on that very last short video clip. Was the external mic attached?

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

Not sure sorry, it was a while ago!

hello sir is cool can you help me . i have this camera. how to take a portrait photo with a blurry background

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, use the zoom lens at about 5x at least then choose the max aperture available, then have your model near to you but far away from the background if possible.

Can you plug this camera into an external battery pack to do an 8 hour time lapse? All I have found on the internet is thoughts opinions and assumptions, could you take the time to find out this answer 100%?

@koolkutz7

7 жыл бұрын

To be honest I have no idea. I am not even aware you could plug it in to an external battery. Sorry I can't help more with that.

can we click a blur photshoot for this camera?

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Avash. If you mean blurring the background then it is a bit harder with this type of camera. You have to use the telephoto end of the zoom, have your subject quite close to you and the background further away if possible. For better focus separation you need a camera with a bigger sensor like a DSLR.

Hi Steve love my hx400v and would like to add a gimbal (hohem, crane or dji have you tried any?

@koolkutz7

11 ай бұрын

No I haven't sorry. I have only used a Manfrotto micro tripod but a gimbal would be better for stability for sure 🙂

Is there any chance to connect RODE mic with microUSB to 3,5mm exit?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

I don't know sorry, I have only ever used the official Sony mic that goes on the hotshoe.

@Bosanskistandard

2 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Ok, thank u Steve.

I went and looked at the microphone you linked but it's out of my budget. Are there any non sony branded mics that are cheaper?

@koolkutz7

4 ай бұрын

I'm not sure because it uses the special Sony hotshoe on top of the camera not a cable that you plug in so it's doubtful.

how to add external voice recorder

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

I don't think you can add an external voice recorder-or do you mean an external microphone? It is easy to place a Sony microphone onto this camera, simply slide it onto the hotshoe on top of the camera and you are ready to record audio with your video. Hope that helps.

@UttarakhandVideo

6 жыл бұрын

thanks for the support, I need some more information that how external sony Microphone works, the voice is noise free or any option to set bit like voice recorder.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

The little Sony microphone is quite good and cost me around £80 (UK price). But it is not noise-free really. I noticed that there is some camera noise when the AF is on. For better sound consider using a Zoom H1 recorder. They are very nice stereo quality and you can use it alone or on a computer for narration etc. Costs around £80-£100 approx.

@KnittingDesignPatternIdea

6 жыл бұрын

ok, thanks

@KnittingDesignPatternIdea

6 жыл бұрын

thanks I have ZOOM H1which I want to use as a MIC with sony camera, but no option found. Maybe I will replace with otherone which have this option.

New sale this camera fun gift

Sir iam from india there is any other opertunity for buying Mike for DSC Hx400v I using the same camera but I need external mic

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

You need the Sony Gun zoom microphone ECM-GZ1M (same as mine) & it slots onto the hotshoe on top of camera, no other wires needed.

@Prudhvirajparicherla

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thanku for ur valuable suggestions sir Actually I have to record message from 20 meters so I have recieve wire from amplifier to plug in mic to camera so what type of gadgets I required

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

@@Prudhvirajparicherla I don't think you will be able to then with that camera as it has no mic port.

@Prudhvirajparicherla

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 sir, that sony gun zoom microphone is somuch expencive ...there is any other alternate option in economic

Hi Steve, A well detailed video on the camera and its lens. Would you recommend this camera for shooting short films? How would it compare against a Canon C100 for image quality for example. I know the Canon is a more expensive camera.

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shea. The Sony is okay for shooting amateur stuff like family and holidays etc but evn though I have never used the Canon C100 it would be much better video quality than the Sony because it has a much larger super 35mm sensor and a host of professional features. Obviously you would have to buy the appropriate Canon EF mount lenses to which will be more expensive and add bulk/weight. What sort of short films do you want to make?

@24hrs365

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Hi Steve, at the moment its final year college shorts but i intend to keep filming after college is finished. I wanted a camera that would do me for a few years to make half hour shorts and documentaries. If possible not too bulky. It was suggested to me buy a second hand higher quality camera such as the Canon c100 or similar, but i'm a little hesitant about a used one regarding how much use did it get etc. Any suggestions you have would be much appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to reply.

Hi Steve! Great review, so you don’t need to connect the microphone?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

No, you simply just place it onto the hotshoe on top of the camera, no wires needed. The camera automatically recognizes you have the microphone attached :-)

What's the maximum fps in 1080p MP4 mode

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

I think it is 50p in PAL. Check on Sony website for confirmation.

Sir can I use collar mike in this sony camera

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

I am not sure about that as there is no microphone port. You have to place a mic on the special Mi hotshoe. Check the official Sony website which will tell you what accessories are compatible with this camera.

How do you add a Mic to it

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

You see the microphone in the video-simply slide it onto the hotshoe and the camera automatically recognises it, very easy no problems.

What is controlled by rotating ring?? Aperture or zooming?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

Not sure what you mean by rotating ring, but the dial on the back usually controls the aperture or shutter speed depending on what mode you are in; there is a toggle switch on top of camera near shutter button that controls zoom; a side-lever controls zoom (but can be changed) and a rotating ring on the lens that usually contols the focus manually.

Hi Steve, After watching your video I bought an ecm-gz1m mic. The problem is that my hx400v is saying thet this mic is incompatible with the camera. Could you shed some light on this? Or maybe someone else watching this video cam make some suggestions any info would be welcome. Regards, Bill.

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

The GZ1 microphone will only work on the HX400V if the mic is set to GUN postion. You cannot use the ZOOM mode. Try that first and that should work :-)

@billsbasementworkshop1902

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, Tried that and still no joy. The incompatible message didn't appear but the mic still doesn't work. I'm going to have to return it as I think it is faulty. Will the ECM-W1M work on it? If anyone Watching your vid can shed some light on this I woould be greatful. Thanks for your reply. Regards, Bill.

Nice

Hi mate , I just bought this model ! First professional camera , I'm having difficulty with using my zoom ! Focus isn't staying when I use full zoom, any tips .

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

It can be tricky to lock focus on these cameras at full zoom, especially when there is low contrast or bland scenes. Try pressing the shutter halfway locked onto a strong contrasting subject with edges, then holding the shutter re-compose and take the image. Failing that, you can switch to manual focus (on side of lens barrel), then use the focus peaking (bright colours shimmer on screen) & that tells you where the camera is focusing.

@callsaul.5089

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough cheers mate 👍

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

You are welcome-sorry I didn't reply earlier, must have missed you original comment. Have fun with your camera. Feel free to ask if you get any other issues.

Hey Steve. Considering its 2018 and the mobile phone cameras have become really good. How well does this camera hold up? How is the picture quality of this camera as against the camera of Iphone X or google Pixel? My point being, is this camera worth a buy in 2018?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your interest and question. It is difficult for me to answer that as I have never used an iPhone or Pixel camera. I believe that camera phones are getting better due to doing computational photography. The one advantage of using a Bridge camera from Sony (or any camera like this) is the ability to use a powerful optical zoom rather than a digital zoom typically found on a camera phone. The image quality on this Sony is pretty good up to about 400 ISO but then does get grainy, especially in low light situations. The only other option is to buy a camera with a larger sensor for better image quality overall-it all depends what you like to photograph the most.

@dhavaldoshi2498

5 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Thank you very much Steve. Quite happy that you managed to reply!!;) To be honest, I'm not a professional photographer. Use my mobile phone camera to capture pictures of food and trips. Was getting married next year and would be going to Bali for honeymoon. So thought of getting a nice camera. I just wanted to be sure if the camera will do a better job than my phone.

@IndiaHV

5 жыл бұрын

i click photos with this camera and my phone, looo them and you'll get your answer Instagram @indiahv

Hi Steve, can you tell me how quick does the f stops number raise while zooming?

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

I can't quite remember as I don't own the camera anymore. Maybe check out the official Sony website for further info.

@EE-pe8br

4 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 can i ask why you dont own it anymore?

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

@@EE-pe8br I wanted to opgrade the video quality to 4K so I purchased a Panasonic FZ82. The Sony only shoots Full HD video.

Is there a place/online where you can buy all the filters together maybe? Just saw better your remote-solution: is this a shutter-remote(cable) and/or zoom??

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if there is a zoom option available. For filters I use camera shops online that I use and trust. I find Hoya are a good brand.

@JitskeTrijntje

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7Thanks. See for remote-zoom: kzread.info/dash/bejne/n4iEpMiInd3Tqso.html. Your remote in film: shutter.

Is the microphone worth it ? I shoot vdieos but I didn’t know Sony sold the mic

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

It does improve the audio somewhat but being Sony brand I feel it is a bit overpriced for what it is. The advantage is that it's easy to use; simply place on hotshoe and it works-no wires dangling down by camera.

what is the videoing quality like. does it freeze at all or over heat? it sounds great sept that screen is not fully agile to take selfies

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

The video quality is quite good, clear with decent colours. It shoots up to 1080 Full HD. It did not have any overheating issues, but I tend to only take small video clips, maybe 1-2 mins at a time. And yes, unfortunately, the screen only tilts, so no selfie option!

@R13Ang

5 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thank you. What memory card should I get for it?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

I would probably buy a Sandisk 32GB Extreme Pro 95Mb Class 10 UHS 3, that way it will cope with high speed burst photos and Full HD video no problem.

@R13Ang

5 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thank you

@jayedwards2205

4 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 im getting this camera tomorrow snd im veeery excited and hsppy about it... can u plz do a part two of this camera when ever u can plz also i paid 10 pound more then u did how was yours cheaper

I have this great camera many years now. But now it has 62:10 error on display after I dropped my camera bag.

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

I think this is a common error with this camera model that has been reported by some users. Not sure how to fix it though.

How to take high resolution photo size of 5000x3800 in hx400v please tell me settings

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

By default, the Sony HX400V takes 20MP images in 4:3 ratio at the highest JPEG quality. Just have a look on the page 1 menu, and make sure the 'Image Quality' option is set to the highest.

@gourishankargannoju4690

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough thankyou sir

@gourishankargannoju4690

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough iill try

@gourishankargannoju4690

6 жыл бұрын

Steve Ferneyhough i changed this setting it comes only 1440x1080 size at any aspect ratio any mega pixel same size coming ,now what to do sir

@gourishankargannoju4690

6 жыл бұрын

Thankyou sir it's working perfect now iam happy with high resolution

Ohh, can u talk bout the flash?

How to plug the microphone..?

@koolkutz7

5 жыл бұрын

You don't need to plug in the microphone. You simply place it on the flash hotshoe on top of camera & it connects automatically.

@DRAWETSSAZREUF

5 жыл бұрын

So what If I will use boya mic.?

Good afternoon! Tell me which microphone to buy for this camera? Thanks...!

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

It's the official Sony gz1-m www.sony.co.uk/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras-microphones/ecm-gz1m

@andreyshakhov1307

4 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Thank you very much!

@liliamcordara5070

4 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Hi. I'm from Brazil and my english is not good yet. I found your video and I really want to find this microphone. can you tell me if i can find it here in Brazil? I want to buy this camera to make videos for KZread. Do you recommend ?

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

@@liliamcordara5070 Hello Liliam. Have a look on the official Sony website for the microphone-not sure if you can buy it in Brazil or not-it costs about £70 in UK. If you want to make videos for KZread of yourself there are better cameras out there as you can't turn the screen round to see yourself. Maybe the Panasonic FZ330 (called the FZ300 in some regions) would be better value as you can turn the screen all the way round and it is touchscreen (the Sony is NOT), and you can plug any 3.5mm mic into it too. I own the Panasonic too & it has nice 4K video quality, the Sony is only 1080p. Hope that helps.

@andreyshakhov1307

4 жыл бұрын

Another question: Do all the microphone functions work both GUN and ZOOM? I don't have the ZOOM function working on this microphone. The system says that this device is not supported. Can there be any nuance?

We I feel that the Sony will do all I need or things get expensive and over complicated. I priced up the camera and bits and bobs and it comes to £487.00. I need to find a suitable toy for the Mic when I get it. It will be used more for Vlogging, Thanks Steve.

Could you give link where I can purchase Sony microphone please?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

Yes here is the link: www.proav.co.uk/sony-ecm-gz1m-zoom-microphone-for-cameras-with-multi-interface-shoe

@trancebynature4

2 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thankyou

Thanks a lot for your review, I'm on the point of buying one ....birds in wet-lands. But, very important issue: can one zoom in at distance, via a cable may be? Cannot find such a thing. Shivering with de hand, always tricky...

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

I have just looked on Amazon and you can buy a third-party shutter release cable for about £10!

@JitskeTrijntje

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 Looking for the remote: zoomlens!

@koolkutz7

3 жыл бұрын

@@JitskeTrijntje The lens diameter is 55mm for screw-in filters.

@JitskeTrijntje

3 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 kzread.info/dash/bejne/n4iEpMiInd3Tqso.html. Remote!

Does it have a Microphone socket?

@koolkutz7

2 жыл бұрын

No Jim it does not have a microphone port. That's why you have to use the official Sony one that connects directly onto the hotshoe (no wires required) as shown in my video; it costs about £70 (UK).

Do you have a link to that external mic ??

@koolkutz7

Жыл бұрын

www.sony.co.uk/electronics/handycam-camcorders-microphones-speakers/ecm-gz1m

Great video . Whats the code for your Sony camera bag . Thanks

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

It is the LCS-U11 Soft Carrying Case -about £20 approx.

@terryclark6488

4 жыл бұрын

@@koolkutz7 thanks

HX500V any time soon? Wish list 4k, time lapse, touch scrreen

@koolkutz7

6 жыл бұрын

I do hope so. The HX400V has been out for ages now but no sign of a replacement yet. If you want those features why not look at the Panasonic FZ300/330. I own one and it is very good. It has 4K video, vari-angle touch screen, weather sealed body, microphone port, Leica 25-600mm f2.8 lens and you can do timelapse and post focus, 4K photo etc.

The viewfinder hasn‘t got many megapixel. Is that noticable, or us it ok?

@sphericear5394

4 жыл бұрын

I mean pixels

@koolkutz7

4 жыл бұрын

The viewfinder is not that great to be honest, but clear enough to compose when needed.

@sphericear5394

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks