Fujifilm S9400W vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Lets look much closer at the Fujifilm S9400W versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was released at a similar time to the Astro Zoom AZ651 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up against the Astro Zoom AZ651 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has specifications of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S9400W versus Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W against the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9400W and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9400W and Astro Zoom AZ651.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.