Sony NEX-5T vs Sony A37

Here, we will be evaluating the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A37, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5T (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The NEX-5T was released 16 months after the A37 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the NEX-5T matches up against the A37 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-5T & Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-5T Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-5T features exterior measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Sony NEX-5T and Sony A37 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the NEX-5T and the A37.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-5T and A37 is 89 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5T and A37.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer NEX-5T will have an advantage in sensor tech.