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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Portability
59
Imaging
40
Features
57
Overall
46
Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR front
 
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 front
Portability
65
Imaging
45
Features
56
Overall
49

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Key Specs

Fujifilm HS35EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm HS30EXR
  • Successor is Fujifilm HS50 EXR
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
(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
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Overview

Here is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm HS35EXR (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the Fujifilm HS35EXR (1/2") and Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm HS35EXR was unveiled 12 months earlier than the Astro Zoom AZ651 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm HS35EXR grades versus the Astro Zoom AZ651 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS35EXR over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

 Fujifilm HS35EXR Astro Zoom AZ651 

Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Fujifilm HS35EXR

 Astro Zoom AZ651 Fujifilm HS35EXR 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014January 2013Fresher by 12 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution920k460kSharper screen (+460k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

 Fujifilm HS35EXR Astro Zoom AZ651 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm HS35EXR comes with outside dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") along with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs) while the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm HS35EXR versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm HS35EXR compared to the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 59 and 65 respectively.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm HS35EXR and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm HS35EXR having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will result in more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm HS35EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Portrait photography features
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Portrait photography features
56
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
supports RAW files
sensor is small (1/2")
53
manual focus
megapixel count decent (21MP)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Street photography details
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Street photography details
55
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports RAW files
sensor is small (1/2")
more heavy than average in class (687 grams)
59
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
sensor is small (1/2.3")
more heavy than average (567g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm HS35EXR
Sports photography with Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
55
amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
better than average battery pack (600 per charge)
sensor is small (1/2")
lack of phase detect AF
51
amazing zoom range (24-1560mm 65.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (21 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Travel photography features
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Travel photography features
53
better than average battery pack (600 CIPA)
decent megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (720mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (687 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
60
megapixel count decent (21MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
really wide (24mm)
very long reach (1560mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than average (567 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Landscape photography information
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Landscape photography information
53
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (600 CIPA)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2")
no Timelapse function
54
manual focus
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (21MP)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm HS35EXR Vlogging details
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Vlogging details
25
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (687 grams)
60
really wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than average (567g)
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Fujifilm HS35EXR vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm HS35EXR and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
 Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXRKodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Kodak
Model type Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-07 2014-01-07
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 21MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 3888
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 25
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-720mm (30.0x) 24-1560mm (65.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.6 f/2.9-6.5
Macro focusing range 1cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 460k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 30s -
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 11.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 687 gr (1.51 pounds) 567 gr (1.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 600 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots One One
Launch cost $380 $419