Canon SX160 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX160 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 6 months prior to the Astro Zoom AZ651 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX160 IS grades vs the Astro Zoom AZ651 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX160 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 86 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide extra detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.