FujiFilm S1800 vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm S1800 and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was launched 4 years earlier than the Astro Zoom AZ651 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1800 matches up against the Astro Zoom AZ651 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1800 vs the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 78 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged S1800 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.