Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was launched 7 months later than the WB50F which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX400 IS matches up against the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Samsung WB50F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung WB50F
SX400 IS | WB50F | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Canon SX400 IS
WB50F | SX400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB50F
SX400 IS | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX400 IS versus the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and WB50F is 81 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and WB50F.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SX400 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB50F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-07-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lb) | 207g (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $229 | $180 |