Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica V-Lux 5

Below, we will be contrasting the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Leica V-Lux 5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Leica. The resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the V-Lux 5 (20MP) is pretty similar but the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and V-Lux 5 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced 7 years earlier than the V-Lux 5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the V-Lux 5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica V-Lux 5. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Leica V-Lux 5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has got physical dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Leica V-Lux 5 has specifications of 137mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Leica V-Lux 5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the V-Lux 5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 5 is 65 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and V-Lux 5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Astro Zoom AZ651 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will deliver more detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.