Sony RX1 vs Sony A37
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Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Succeeded the Sony A35
Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Sony RX1 vs Sony A37, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and A37 (16MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and A37 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe RX1 was introduced 10 months later than the A37 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the RX1 grades against the A37 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 & Sony SLT-A37. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX1 Gallery & Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Sony A37
RX1 | A37 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | May 2012 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.4") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Sony RX1
A37 | RX1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sony RX1 and Sony A37
RX1 | A37 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony RX1 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the RX1 against the A37.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the RX1 and A37 is 79 and 67 respectively.
Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the RX1 and A37.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The RX1 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony RX1 will show more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher RX1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony RX1 vs Sony A37 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony SLT-A37 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-02-19 | 2012-05-16 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-22.0 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.6" |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Xtra FineTFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/4000 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 482 grams (1.06 lb) | 506 grams (1.12 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 93 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 2534 | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 500 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $2,798 | $522 |