Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

On this page, we are contrasting the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. The resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the FZ1000 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was released 6 years before the FZ1000 II which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores against the FZ1000 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features outer dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 II has specifications of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

See the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic FZ1000 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the FZ1000 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and FZ1000 II is 65 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and FZ1000 II.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Astro Zoom AZ651 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.