Sony HX90V vs Sony A37

In this article, we are evaluating the Sony HX90V vs Sony A37, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the A37 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the HX90V (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The HX90V was unveiled 2 years after the A37 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the HX90V scores versus the A37 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX90V has external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while 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).

Check the Sony HX90V vs Sony A37 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HX90V against the A37.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX90V and A37 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX90V and A37.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX90V using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony HX90V will show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern HX90V is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.