Sony A37 vs Sony A65
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Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Launched May 2012
- Old Model is Sony A35
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Released November 2011
- Later Model is Sony A68
Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Sony A37 versus Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are offered by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the A37 (16MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe A37 was released 7 months later than the A65 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A37 scores against the A65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A37 and Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A37 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Sony A65
A37 | A65 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | November 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Sony A37
A65 | A37 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.4") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony A37 and Sony A65
A37 | A65 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A37 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Compare the Sony A37 versus Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A37 vs the A65.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A37 and A65 is 67 and 64 respectively.
Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A37 and A65.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony A65 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer A37 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Sony A37 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Sony SLT-A37 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony SLT-A37 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-05-16 | 2011-11-15 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
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 mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 143 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.6 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 506 grams (1.12 pounds) | 622 grams (1.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 75 | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.3 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.9 | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | 799 | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | 560 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $522 | $700 |