Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V
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Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 660g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Released February 2014
- Succeeded the Sony HX300

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Overview
Let's look closer at the Samsung WB150F versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB150F was announced 3 years prior to the HX400V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB150F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB150F scores versus the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB150F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB150F Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB150F over the Sony HX400V
WB150F | HX400V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX400V over the Samsung WB150F
HX400V | WB150F | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 25 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB150F and Sony HX400V
WB150F | HX400V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB150F features exterior measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB150F versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WB150F vs the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB150F and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB150F and HX400V.
All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to provide you with more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WB150F will be behind in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX400V Specifications
Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB150F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2014-02-12 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
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 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.50 m (ISO Auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Flash Off / Autoflash / Fill-flash / Slow Sync. / Advanced Flash / Rear Sync. / Wireless (with optional compliant flash) |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 660g (1.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 61 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
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 | - | 300 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $230 | $448 |