Olympus SZ-15 vs Sony A37

Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony A37, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is very close but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-15 was introduced 14 months later than the A37 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-15 grades against the A37 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 provides outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Olympus SZ-15 versus Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-15 vs the A37.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-15 and A37 is 88 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and A37.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The SZ-15 provides the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The more recent SZ-15 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.