Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
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Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Released February 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
- Announced January 2014

Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX700 HS versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Kodak. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was manufactured 2 months later than the Astro Zoom AZ651 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the Astro Zoom AZ651 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
SX700 HS | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Canon SX700 HS
Astro Zoom AZ651 | SX700 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
SX700 HS | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS features external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has specifications of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX700 HS versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to result in greater detail due to its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 21MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-1560mm (65.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 567 grams (1.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $349 | $419 |