Sony A6100 vs Sony A37
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced August 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Succeeded the Sony A35
Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Sony A6100 vs Sony A37, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the A6100 (24MP) and A37 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A6100 was brought out 7 years later than the A37 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A6100 scores versus the A37 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a6100 and Sony SLT-A37. The entire galleries are available at Sony A6100 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Sony A37
A6100 | A37 | |||
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Revealed | August 2019 | May 2012 | Fresher by 89 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.4") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Sony A6100
A37 | A6100 |
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Common features in the Sony A6100 and Sony A37
A6100 | A37 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display |
Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A6100 comes with outer dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).
Compare the Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A6100 and the A37.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A6100 and A37 is 81 and 67 respectively.
Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A6100 and A37.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A6100 to give you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger A6100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony A6100 vs Sony A37 Specifications
Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha a6100 | Sony SLT-A37 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2012-05-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 32000 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 121 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.6 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 396g (0.87 pounds) | 506g (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 500 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $748 | $522 |