Sony WX9 vs Sony A37

The following is a thorough review of the Sony WX9 vs Sony A37, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the WX9 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively close but the WX9 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The WX9 was unveiled 16 months prior to the A37 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the WX9 grades against the A37 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are provided at Sony WX9 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sony WX9 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Sony WX9 vs Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WX9 vs the A37.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX9 and A37 is 99 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WX9 and A37.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The WX9 provides the smaller sensor which should make achieving bokeh tougher. The more aged WX9 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.