Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony A37

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony A37, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively close but the SZ10 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The SZ10 was released 2 years after the A37 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SZ10 grades against the A37 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony A37 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ10 vs the A37.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and A37 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and A37.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The SZ10 features the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh more challenging. The more recent SZ10 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.