Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Overview
Let's look closer at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Galaxy Camera 2 was revealed within a month of the H400 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Galaxy Camera 2 scores versus the H400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony H400
Galaxy Camera 2 | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper screen (+577k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
H400 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony H400
Galaxy Camera 2 | H400 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has physical measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
See the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the H400.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Galaxy Camera 2 and H400 is 90 and 62 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Galaxy Camera 2 and H400.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H400 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-02 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 4.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) | 628 grams (1.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 | 400 pictures | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $400 | $268 |