Olympus 1 vs Sony A37

Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus 1 versus Sony A37, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and A37 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and A37 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was unveiled 19 months later than the A37 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1 scores vs the A37 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 & Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 has outer dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 1 versus Sony A37 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 versus the A37.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 and A37 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and A37.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A37 will offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.