Sony a37 vs Sony a35

This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a37 and Sony a35. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.

Sony a37 were released 2012 and Sony a35 was released 2011. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Sony a37 2012
Sony a35 2011

Type of camera

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Sony a37 75 mm
Sony APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Sony a35 75 mm
Sony APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** 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)

Resolution

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony a37 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a35 has 16 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
Sony a35 16 MP
16032768 pixels
4912 x 3264

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.

Camera ISO Range
Sony a37 100-25600
Sony a35 100-25600

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 Sony a35

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 Sony a35 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Sony a37 5,5
Sony a35 5,5

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Sony a37 and Sony a35 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.

Sony a37 weighs 506 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 22% heavier than Sony a35 and its 415 gr (or 0.91 lb).

Camera Weight
Sony a37 506 gr
1.12 lb
Sony a35 415 gr
0.91 lb

Sony a37 vs Sony a35 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a37 and Sony a35, 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
Sony a35
Name Sony a37 Sony a35
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Release Date and Price
Sony a37
Sony a35
Release Year 2012 2011
Release Date 2012-05-17 2011-06-08
MSRP 599 USD 599 USD
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Camera Type
Sony a37
Sony a35
Camera Type SLT SLT
Sensor
Sony a37
Sony a35
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4912 x 3264 pixels 4912 x 3264 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 16 MP
Image Processor Bionz Bionz
Image
Sony a37
Sony a35
ISO Range 100 - 25600 100 - 25600
White Balance Presets 6 6
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
Optics & Focus
Sony a37
Sony a35
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 15 15
Lens Mount Sony A

See Compatible Lenses
Sony A

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
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
Screen & Viewfinder
Sony a37
Sony a35
Articulated LCD Tilting Fixed
Screen size 2.6” 3”
Screen dots 230400 921000
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A N/A
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.09× (0.73× 35mm equiv.) 1.1× (0.73× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Sony a37
Sony a35
Frames per second 5,5 fps 5,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 12 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Sony a37
Sony a35
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
AVCHD
MPEG4
H.264
AVCHD
Video resolution 1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1440 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Sony a37
Sony a35
Memory Card Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Memory Stick Pro Duo
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Sony a37
Sony a35
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
No
Remote Control Yes (Optional) Yes (Optional)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Sony a37
Sony a35
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
Rechargeable NP-FW50 battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 500 shots 440 shots
Width 124 mm 124 mm
Height 92 mm 92 mm
Depth 85 mm 85 mm
Weight 506 gram 415 gram