Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX400V

Lets examine more closely at the Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the WB750 (13MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The WB750 was revealed 3 years before the HX400V which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the WB750 matches up vs the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB750 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB750 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB750 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

See the Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX400V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WB750 compared to the HX400V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB750 and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WB750 and HX400V.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX400V to give you greater detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged WB750 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.