Canon 500D vs Sony A37

Here is a detailed review of the Canon 500D versus Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the 500D (15MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 500D was launched 3 years prior to the A37 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the 500D scores vs the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 500D and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are available at Canon 500D Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 500D has got exterior measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Sony A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 500D versus Sony A37 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 500D versus the A37.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 500D and A37 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 500D and A37.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony A37 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older 500D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.