Sony NEX-6 vs Sony A37

Lets look a little more closely at the Sony NEX-6 versus Sony A37, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-6 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The NEX-6 was introduced 11 months later than the A37 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the NEX-6 grades vs the A37 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-6 & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are available at Sony NEX-6 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony NEX-6 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Sony A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-6 versus Sony A37 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the NEX-6 against the A37.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-6 and A37 is 85 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-6 and A37.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher NEX-6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.