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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520

Portability
65
Imaging
45
Features
56
Overall
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Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 front
 
Nikon Coolpix P520 front
Portability
66
Imaging
42
Features
51
Overall
45

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Key Specs

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
  • Revealed January 2014
Nikon P520
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
  • Launched January 2013
  • Previous Model is Nikon P510
  • Refreshed by Nikon P530
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the P520 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced 12 months after the P520 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the P520 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Nikon P520

 Astro Zoom AZ651 P520 
LaunchedJanuary 2014January 2013Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651

 P520 Astro Zoom AZ651 
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution921k920kClearer display (+1k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon P520

 Astro Zoom AZ651 P520 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch display Missing Touch display

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has outer measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Nikon P520 has specifications of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Nikon P520 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 compared to the P520.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and P520 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and P520.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to resolve greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 sensor size comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Portrait photography info
Nikon P520 Portrait photography info
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manual focus
megapixel count decent (21 megapixels)
provides face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
41
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
Street photography with Nikon P520
59
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than others in class (567 grams)
51
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Optical)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competition (550 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Sports photography highlights
Nikon P520 Sports photography highlights
51
great zoom range (24-1560mm 65.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (21MP)
provides tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
46
great zoom range (24-1000mm 41.7 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (200 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon P520 as a Travel photography camera
60
megapixel count decent (21MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
rather wide (24mm)
long zoom (1560mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (567g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
57
megapixel count decent (18MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (1000mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
terrible battery life (200 shots)
heavier than competition (550g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
Landscape photography with Nikon P520
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manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (21MP)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have Time Lapse function
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focusing manually
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3.2")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery life (200 per charge)
missing Time Lapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Vlogging information
Nikon P520 Vlogging information
60
rather wide (24mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not have mic jack
heavier than others in class (567 grams)
57
pretty wide (24mm)
selfie friendly display
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
missing mic port
heavier than competition (550 grams)
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P520 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon P520
 Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651Nikon Coolpix P520
General Information
Company Kodak Nikon
Model type Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 Nikon Coolpix P520
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2014-01-07 2013-01-29
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 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 21MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 5184 x 3888 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 25 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1560mm (65.0x) 24-1000mm (41.7x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 920k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 567 grams (1.25 lbs) 550 grams (1.21 lbs)
Dimensions 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 200 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL5
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $419 $380