Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Nikon D1X

The following is a detailed overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon D1X, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and D1X (5MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and D1X (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was announced 12 years after the D1X which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D1X being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the D1X in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon D1X. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Nikon D1X Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features external measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon D1X has specifications of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Nikon D1X in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the D1X.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and D1X is 65 and 51 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and D1X.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Astro Zoom AZ651 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will show extra detail with its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Astro Zoom AZ651 provides an advantage in sensor technology.