Samsung HZ10W vs Sony A37

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ10W versus Sony A37, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and A37 (16MP) and the HZ10W (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The HZ10W was introduced 4 years prior to the A37 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HZ10W scores against the A37 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ10W & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ10W Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ10W enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ10W versus Sony A37 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the HZ10W compared to the A37.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ10W and A37 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ10W and A37.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ10W using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A37 will offer you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older HZ10W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.