Canon PowerShot SX400 IS, must

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16 megapixel CMOS sensor, 32× optical zoom (24-720 mm), 3" LCD display, optical IS, DiG!C 4+ processor, HD video

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Capturing precious photos and HD movies is effortless with this mini, family-friendly bridge camera. Simple, fun and creative it has a big 30× zoom in a tiny body you can carry everywhere.

  • Versatile, mini 30x zoom camera for every occasion
  • Superb detail and poster-size prints with 16 MP
  • Sharp photos and steady movies with Intelligent IS
  • Steadier shots and comfortable shooting by design
  • Great shots are easy for everyone with Smart Auto

Big zoom, tiny camera
Explore and capture the full detail of distant subjects. A big 30x optical zoom fits neatly into a mini bridge style body that’s so small it’s easy to carry, wherever you go. Shoot great group photos and stunning landscapes with 24mm ultra wide-angle.

Comfortable, steady shooting
Designed for comfortable handling. You can enjoy steadier shots even at full zoom and shoot effortlessly for longer periods thanks to a refined ergonomic grip.

Exceptional detail for your best memories
Enjoy exceptional quality, detailed images. Create stunning poster sized prints with no loss of detail thanks to 16.0 Megapixels.

Sharp results every time
There’s no need to worry about camera shake ruining your results thanks to an intelligent optical Image Stabilizer. This camera automatically adapts and ensures sharp, detailed photos and videos even if you’re shooting at full zoom or handheld in low light.

HD movies at your fingertips
Making great movies is fun and easy. With one touch of a button you can effortlessly shoot great HD movies (720p). Shoot on the move or using the zoom and you can still enjoy superb, sharp results.

Stunning images with ease
Even complete beginners can effortlessly shoot fantastic photos or movies with Smart Auto, which chooses the perfect camera settings for you – whatever the scene. All you have to do is point and shoot.

Play with your creativity
Experiment and have fun with a range of Creative Filters. You can re-create the distortion of a fish-eye lens, make scenes in stills or movies look like miniature scale models and much more.

Eco Mode
Great for day trips. Eco Mode reduces battery consumption so you can capture more shots from a single charge of the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
16
Sensor type
CCD
Sensor size
1/2.3''
6.17 × 4.55 mm
Full frame
No
Crop factor
5.6×
Aspect ratio
4:3
3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio available
Largest image size
4608 × 3456
Smallest image size
640 × 480
Imaging processor
DiG!C 4+
ISO
100 – 1600
1 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter

Lens

Focal length
24 – 720 mm
Optical zoom
30×
Aperture
f/3.4 - 5.8

Image stabiliser

Image stabiliser
Optical Intelligent IS
2.5 stops

Focusing

Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus points
9
Autofocus modes
Single
Continuous
Tracking
Focus lock
Yes
Can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
Focus point selection
Auto (face detection / 9 point)
Center spot
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Close focus distance
0 cm (wide)

Exposure metering

Metering
TTL metering
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
AE lock
Yes
Exposure compensation
±2 EV
1/3 EV increments

Shutter

Shutter speed
1/1600 – 15 sec

Shooting

Exposure modes
Smart Auto
Program
Scene
Scene modes
14
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
0.8 fps
Until memory card becomes full
JPEG+RAW
No

White balance

White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent (2)
Custom setting

Movie recording

Video resolution
[HD] 1280 × 720 25p
Other formats
[VGA] 640 × 480 30p
Duration
29 minutes 59 seconds
Up to 4GB file
Microphone
Built-in monoaural microphone

File types

JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF 2.0
MPF
Movie format
MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Linear PCM mono)

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
None

LCD monitor

Display type
TFT LCD
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
230 000
Articulation
Fixed
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Adjustments
Brightness (5 levels)
Live View
Yes

Storage

Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Other
Eye-Fi compatible

Flash

Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
0.5 m – 5.5 m (wide)
1.4 m - 3.0 m (tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Red-eye reduction
External flash
Canon HF-DC2
Hot shoe
No

Interface

USB
miniUSB 2.0
Video
AV out (NTSC/PAL)
Wireless
No

Features

GPS
No
Electronic level
No
Panorama
Yes
HDR
No
Time lapse
No

Power source

Battery
NB-11LH lithium battery
Battery life
190 shots (CIPA)
External power source
ACK-DC90

Body

Color
Black
Height (mm)
69.1
Width (mm)
104.4
Depth (mm)
80.1
Weight (with battery and memory card)
313 g
Package contents
Lithium battery NB-11L
Battery charger CB-2LFE
Wrist strap WS-DC12
User manual

Product codes

EAN
4549292016390
Manufacturer code
9545B002

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