Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic FZ300

Following is a extensive analysis of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and FZ300 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was manufactured 18 months prior to the FZ300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the FZ300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys external 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 Panasonic FZ300 has proportions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 vs the FZ300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and FZ300 is 65 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and FZ300.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to give extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.