Sony HX20V vs Sony A37

Lets look closer at the Sony HX20V versus Sony A37, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the A37 (16MP) is pretty similar but the HX20V (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX20V was announced 3 months later than the A37 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HX20V matches up vs the A37 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX20V provides outer measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the HX20V compared to the A37.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and A37 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX20V and A37.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX20V with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony HX20V will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.