Canon SX740 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX740 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the SX740 HS (21MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was announced 4 years after the Astro Zoom AZ651 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX740 HS scores vs the Astro Zoom AZ651 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX740 HS Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX740 HS comes with external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has sizing of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX740 HS vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SX740 HS and the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX740 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 88 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX740 HS and Astro Zoom AZ651.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX740 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.