Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Announced 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
- Released February 2014

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Samsung WB50F versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB50F was released at a similar time to the H400 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB50F grades vs the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony H400
WB50F | H400 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Samsung WB50F
H400 | WB50F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony H400
WB50F | H400 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F offers physical measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB50F versus Sony H400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB50F compared to the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and H400 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB50F and H400.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony H400 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Specifications
Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 X 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 207 gr (0.46 lb) | 628 gr (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" 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 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $268 |