Canon 300D vs Sony A37

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon 300D vs Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 300D (6MP) and A37 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 300D was released 9 years before the A37 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the 300D matches up against the A37 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 300D and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 300D Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 300D has external measurements of 142mm x 99mm x 72mm (5.6" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 645 grams (1.42 lbs) while the Sony A37 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Canon 300D vs Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 300D compared to the A37.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 300D and A37 is 63 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 300D and A37.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony A37 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 300D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.