Canon SX620 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Canon SX620 HS versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Kodak. The resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the Astro Zoom AZ651 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX620 HS matches up against the Astro Zoom AZ651 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS features outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has proportions 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 SX620 HS versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX620 HS vs the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer more detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.