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Sony SLT-A35 vs Sony SLT-A37
Sony SLT-A35
Camera summary
The Sony SLT-A35, made by Sony, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on Sept. 20, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.4 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony SLT-A33, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony SLT-A33
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Sony SLT-A37, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Sony SLT-A37
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 15 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 440 shots per charge with the included NP-FW50 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Sony SLT-A37
Camera summary
The Sony SLT-A37, made by Sony, is a powerful Compact SLR camera. Announced on May 16, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.2 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Sony SLT-A35, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Sony SLT-A35
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 15 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 500 shots per charge with the included NP-FW50 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Autofocus specs |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
No |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
No |
| Number of cross focus points | 3 | 3 |
| Number of focus points | 15 | 15 |
Connectivity |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Eye-Fi Connected |
| DXO color depth | 23.3 | 23.3 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.7 | 12.9 |
| DXO low light ISO | 763.0 | 799.0 |
| DXO overall score | 74.0 | 75.0 |
Exposure mode |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Sept. 20, 2011 | May 16, 2012 |
| Body type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
| brand | Sony | Sony |
| msrp | $498.00 | $329.95 |
| model | Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Predecessor model | Sony SLT-A33 | Sony SLT-A35 |
| Successor model | Sony SLT-A37 | |
Lense |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× | 1.5× |
| Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 143 | 143 |
Other features |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| 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 |
| Flash range | 12.00 m | 12.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 6.0 fps | 6.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Battery life | 440 shots | 500 shots |
| Battery model | NP-FW50 | NP-FW50 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm | 124 x 92 x 85mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 415 grs | 506 grs |
Screen |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 921 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| 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) |
Viewfinder |
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony SLT-A37 |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 1,150k dots | 1,440k dots |