Sony HX9V vs Sony A37

Here is a detailed review of the Sony HX9V and Sony A37, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the HX9V (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The HX9V was introduced 10 months prior to the A37 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the HX9V scores versus the A37 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX9V has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has dimensions 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HX9V compared to the A37.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and A37 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX9V and A37.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizing. The HX9V contains the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The older HX9V is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.