Sony A550 vs Sony A37

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony A550 versus Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the A550 (14MP) and the A37 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The A550 was released 3 years earlier than the A37 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the A550 matches up against the A37 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 & Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A550 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A550 enjoys exterior dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A550 vs the A37.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A550 and A37 is 63 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A550 and A37.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A37 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged A550 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.