Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F
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![Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS/Canon-SX400-IS-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB150F front Samsung WB150F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB150F/Samsung-WB150F-front.jpg)
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 188g - 107 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung WB150F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WB150F (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX400 IS was manufactured 2 years after the WB150F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SX400 IS scores vs the WB150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung WB150F
SX400 IS | WB150F | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Canon SX400 IS
WB150F | SX400 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB150F
SX400 IS | WB150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Canon SX400 IS versus Samsung WB150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX400 IS versus the WB150F.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Samsung-WB150F-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and WB150F is 81 and 93 respectively.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Samsung-WB150F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and WB150F.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Samsung-WB150F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Samsung-WB150F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 pounds) | 188g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $229 | $230 |