FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The HS20 EXR was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Astro Zoom AZ651 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the HS20 EXR grades versus the Astro Zoom AZ651 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR features physical dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has proportions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the HS20 EXR versus the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HS20 EXR and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 58 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS20 EXR and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HS20 EXR featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older HS20 EXR will be behind in sensor tech.