Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P80

The following is a in depth review of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and P80 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was unveiled 5 years after the P80 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon Coolpix P80. The full galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has outside measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon P80 has specifications of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the P80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and P80 is 65 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and P80.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to deliver greater detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Astro Zoom AZ651 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.