Sony A35 vs Sony A37
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![Sony SLT-A35 front Sony SLT-A35 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A35/Sony-A35-front.jpg)
![Sony SLT-A37 front Sony SLT-A37 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-SLT-A37/Sony-A37-front.jpg)
67 Imaging
57 Features
65 Overall
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Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Replaced the Sony A35
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Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Sony A35 and Sony A37, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the A35 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The A35 was released 7 months before the A37 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A35 grades against the A37 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony SLT-A35 and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A35 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Sony A37
A35 | A37 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.6" | Bigger screen (+0.4") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Sony A35
A37 | A35 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sony A35 and Sony A37
A35 | A37 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony A35 offers physical measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs) and 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).
Look at the Sony A35 and Sony A37 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the A35 vs the A37.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A37 size comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A37 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A37-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A35 and A37 is 69 and 67 respectively.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A37 top view buttons comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A37 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A37-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A35 and A37.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A35 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Sony A35 vs Sony A37 sensor size comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A37 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A37-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-SLT-A35-vs-Sony-SLT-A37-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A35 vs Sony A37 Specifications
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2011-09-20 | 2012-05-16 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 3 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 143 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.6 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,150k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 415 grams (0.91 lb) | 506 grams (1.12 lb) |
Dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 74 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.3 | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | 763 | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | 500 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $598 | $522 |