Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F
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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 218g - 111 x 65 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was manufactured 19 months later than the WB800F making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX400 IS matches up against the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Samsung WB800F
SX400 IS | WB800F | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB800F over the Canon SX400 IS
WB800F | SX400 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung WB800F
SX400 IS | WB800F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS has outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS and the WB800F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and WB800F is 81 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and WB800F.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX400 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung WB800F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB800F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Samsung WB800F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 218 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 111 x 65 x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $300 |