Samsung WB850F vs Sony H400

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB850F versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB850F (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB850F was manufactured 3 years prior to the H400 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WB850F grades vs the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB850F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB850F Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB850F enjoys physical dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

See the Samsung WB850F versus Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WB850F against the H400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB850F and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB850F and H400.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H400 to result in extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older WB850F will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.