Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Released January 2019

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and B600 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Astro Zoom AZ651 was released 6 years before the B600 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the B600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Nikon Coolpix B600. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Nikon B600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Nikon B600
Astro Zoom AZ651 | B600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
B600 | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 61 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon B600
Astro Zoom AZ651 | B600 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has exterior dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon B600 has specifications of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Nikon B600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 vs the B600.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and B600 is 65 and 67 respectively.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and B600.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon B600 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Nikon Coolpix B600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Nikon |
Model | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Nikon Coolpix B600 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2019-01-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567g (1.25 lb) | 500g (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 280 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $419 | $297 |