Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced March 2014
- Newer Model is Olympus SH-2

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and SH-1 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Astro Zoom AZ651 was released 2 months prior to the SH-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up vs the SH-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Olympus SH-1
Astro Zoom AZ651 | SH-1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
SH-1 | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Olympus SH-1
Astro Zoom AZ651 | SH-1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2014 | Same generation |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys outside measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the SH-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SH-1 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SH-1.
All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Olympus |
Model type | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 567 grams (1.25 lbs) | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 380 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $419 | $349 |