Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37
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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Superseded the Sony A35

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A37, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and A37 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and A37 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

The Z7 II was revealed 8 years later than the A37 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z7 II grades against the A37 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Sony A37
Z7 II | A37 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 103 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Nikon Z7 II
A37 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Sony A37
Z7 II | A37 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II has outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z7 II versus Sony A37 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II vs the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and A37 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and A37.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer extra detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon Z7 II vs Sony A37 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Sony SLT-A37 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2012-05-16 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.6 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 pounds) | 506g (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 500 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Cost at release | $2,997 | $522 |