Sony a37 vs Nikon Z6 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a37 and Nikon Z6 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a37 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon Z6 II is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony a37 were released 2012 and Nikon Z6 II was released 2020. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a37 | 2012 |
Nikon Z6 II | 2020 |
Type of camera
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony a37 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z6 II has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a37 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z6 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony a37 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z6 II has 25 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a37 |
16 MP
16032768 pixels 4912 x 3264 |
Nikon Z6 II |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Nikon Z6 II has a 52 % larger resolution than Sony a37. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z6 II has a larger ISO-range than Sony a37. Nikon Z6 II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Sony a37 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a37 | 100-25600 |
Nikon Z6 II | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a37
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z6 II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a37 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z6 II can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a37 | 5,5 |
Nikon Z6 II | 14 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a37 and Nikon Z6 II can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon Z6 II weighs 705 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 39% heavier than Sony a37 and its 506 gr (or 1.12 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a37 | 506 gr 1.12 lb |
Nikon Z6 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
Sony a37 vs Nikon Z6 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a37 and Nikon Z6 II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Name | Sony a37 | Nikon Z6 II |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Release Year | 2012 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2012-05-17 | 2020-10-14 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 1995 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Camera Type | SLT | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 4912 x 3264 pixels | 6048 x 4024 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 25 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | DUAL EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 15 | 273 |
Lens Mount |
Sony A See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.6” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 1.09× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Frames per second | 5,5 fps | 14 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 AVCHD |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
Connectivity |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-In (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional) |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a37 |
Nikon Z6 II |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
|
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots | 410 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 92 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 506 gram | 705 gram |