Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Newer Model is Nikon A1000

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. The resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the A900 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Astro Zoom AZ651 was manufactured 3 years prior to the A900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores against the A900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Nikon A900
Astro Zoom AZ651 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
A900 | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon A900
Astro Zoom AZ651 | A900 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon A900 has proportions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 vs the A900.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and A900 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and A900.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon A900 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Nikon Coolpix A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Nikon Coolpix A900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 24-840mm (35.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.4-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lbs) | 289 gr (0.64 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $419 | $400 |