Canon 550D vs Sony A37

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon 550D versus Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the 550D (18MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The 550D was released 3 years prior to the A37 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 550D matches up against the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are available at Canon 550D Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 550D has got outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Canon 550D versus Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the 550D and the A37.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 550D and A37 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 550D and A37.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon 550D to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older 550D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.