Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 100S (102MP) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 100S (Medium format) and Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm GFX 100S was unveiled 7 years after the Astro Zoom AZ651 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm GFX 100S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm GFX 100S grades vs the Astro Zoom AZ651 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm GFX 100S and Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 100S Gallery and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 100S provides outside dimensions of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has proportions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 100S against the Astro Zoom AZ651.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Astro Zoom AZ651 is 55 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm GFX 100S and Astro Zoom AZ651.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 100S having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 100S will resolve greater detail having an extra 81 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm GFX 100S will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.