Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 40

On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Leica. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and V-Lux 40 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was brought out 21 months after the V-Lux 40 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Leica V-Lux 40 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up vs the V-Lux 40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica V-Lux 40. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has physical measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Leica V-Lux 40 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

See the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the V-Lux 40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 40 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 40.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher Astro Zoom AZ651 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.