Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 4

On this page, we will be looking at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Leica. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and V-Lux 4 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was brought out 16 months after the V-Lux 4 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the V-Lux 4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Leica V-Lux 4. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Leica V-Lux 4 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 4 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 vs the V-Lux 4.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 4 is 65 and 65 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 4.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to deliver greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.