Sony WX30 vs Sony A37

Below, we are evaluating the Sony WX30 and Sony A37, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Sony. The resolution of the WX30 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is very close but the WX30 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The WX30 was unveiled 9 months before the A37 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WX30 matches up vs the A37 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are available at Sony WX30 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony WX30 provides outside dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Sony WX30 and Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the WX30 versus the A37.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WX30 and A37 is 96 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WX30 and A37.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same MP but different sensor measurements. The WX30 has the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The older WX30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.