Casio EX-ZR700 vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR700 and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Kodak. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was brought out 11 months prior to the Astro Zoom AZ651 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the Astro Zoom AZ651 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR700 and Astro Zoom AZ651.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer you extra detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.