Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX400 IS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was unveiled 7 months after the Astro Zoom AZ651 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX400 IS scores vs the Astro Zoom AZ651 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS has got external measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has sizing of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX400 IS and the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 81 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer you extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS provides a benefit in sensor technology.