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Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Samsung WB50F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 front
Portability
62
Imaging
45
Features
41
Overall
43

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Key Specs

Samsung WB50F
(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
Sony H400
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony H400

 WB50F H400 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Samsung WB50F

 H400 WB50F 

Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony H400

 WB50F H400 
ReleasedJanuary 2014February 2014Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Screen resolution460k460kIdentical 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 size comparison

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

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB50F Portrait photography information
Sony H400 Portrait photography information
37
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
40
good resolution (20MP)
supports face detect focus
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung WB50F
Street photography with Sony H400
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (207g)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competition in class (628g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB50F Sports photography features
Sony H400 Sports photography features
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
51
long zoom range (25-1550mm 62.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB50F Travel photography highlights
Sony H400 Travel photography highlights
69
lighter than competitors (207 grams)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.1)
53
good resolution (20MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
very long reach (1550mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (628 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB50F Landscape photography advice
Sony H400 Landscape photography advice
47
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
44
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (20MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB50F Vlogging features
Sony H400 Vlogging features
30
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (207g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
26
fairly wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
does have mic jack
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
heavier than competition in class (628g)
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony H400 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB50F and Sony H400
 Samsung WB50FSony Cyber-shot DSC-H400
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