Canon G3 X vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon G3 X and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the G3 X (20MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) is very similar but the G3 X (1") and Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The G3 X was released 18 months later than the Astro Zoom AZ651 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G3 X grades against the Astro Zoom AZ651 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G3 X & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon G3 X provides physical dimensions of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has specifications of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon G3 X and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G3 X compared to the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 60 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 X and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 X featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent G3 X provides an edge in sensor innovation.