Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400
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Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Introduced February 2014

Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB35F (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WB35F was manufactured around the same time to the H400 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WB35F scores vs the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB35F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Sony H400
WB35F | H400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Samsung WB35F
H400 | WB35F | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Sony H400
WB35F | H400 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB35F provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the WB35F and the H400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and H400 is 93 and 62 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WB35F and H400.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H400 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively.

Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB35F vs Sony H400 Specifications
Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB35F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 628 gr (1.38 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | - | 300 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | - |
Self timer | - | 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 | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $268 |