Sony HX50V vs Sony A37

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Sony HX50V vs Sony A37, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both designed by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and A37 (16MP) and the HX50V (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The HX50V was released 12 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 HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HX50V scores versus the A37 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX50V has got physical measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V vs Sony A37 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the HX50V and the A37.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and A37 is 89 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and A37.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX50V featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony HX50V will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger HX50V provides an advantage in sensor innovation.