Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50
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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Announced January 2009

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Samsung WB2200F and Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the WB2200F (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB2200F was unveiled 5 years after the H50 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB2200F being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the WB2200F grades versus the H50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB2200F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB2200F Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB2200F over the Sony H50
WB2200F | H50 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Samsung WB2200F
H50 | WB2200F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB2200F and Sony H50
WB2200F | H50 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB2200F comes with exterior dimensions of 119mm x 122mm x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") and a weight of 708 grams (1.56 lbs) while the Sony H50 has measurements of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB2200F and Sony H50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the WB2200F and the H50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB2200F and H50 is 59 and 69 respectively.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB2200F and H50.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB2200F to provide you with more detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent WB2200F provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB2200F vs Sony H50 Specifications
Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB2200F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (ISO Auto) | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash Off, Red-eye fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080(30fps), 1280x720(30fps), 640x480(30fps), QVGA(30fps, 30s, Streaming) * High Speed : 360fps(176x128), 240fps(384x288) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 708g (1.56 pounds) | 547g (1.21 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 122 x 99mm (4.7" x 4.8" x 3.9") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 ID | BP-1410 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SCXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $599 | $80 |