Sony QX10 vs Sony A37

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sony QX10 versus Sony A37, one being a Lens-style and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the QX10 (18MP) and the A37 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the QX10 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The QX10 was revealed 16 months later than the A37 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the QX10 grades vs the A37 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are provided at Sony QX10 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Sony QX10 offers exterior dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the QX10 against the A37.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the QX10 and A37 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX10 and A37.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The QX10 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony QX10 will provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The younger QX10 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.