Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 708g - 119 x 122 x 99mm
- Revealed January 2014

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB2200F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WB2200F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was manufactured 7 months after the WB2200F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX400 IS grades against the WB2200F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung WB2200F. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung WB2200F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung WB2200F
SX400 IS | WB2200F | |||
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Revealed | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Canon SX400 IS
WB2200F | SX400 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB2200F
SX400 IS | WB2200F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Samsung WB2200F has specifications of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") with a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB2200F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX400 IS versus the WB2200F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and WB2200F is 81 and 59 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and WB2200F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX400 IS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB2200F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB2200F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB2200F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 pounds) | 708 gr (1.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") |
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 | 190 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | BP-1410 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SCXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $229 | $599 |