Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SZ-15

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and SZ-15 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Astro Zoom AZ651 was revealed 7 months later than the SZ-15 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades against the SZ-15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has got exterior measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-15 has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the SZ-15.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SZ-15 is 65 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SZ-15.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.