Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Olympus XZ-1

The following is a in depth analysis of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Olympus XZ-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was launched 2 years after the XZ-1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up vs the XZ-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Olympus XZ-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the XZ-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and XZ-1 is 65 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and XZ-1.

All in all, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Astro Zoom AZ651 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.