Canon SX270 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX270 HS and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 9 months earlier than the Astro Zoom AZ651 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX270 HS scores against the Astro Zoom AZ651 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has sizing of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to give more detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SX270 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.