Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic LZ30

Let's look closer at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic LZ30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and LZ30 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was manufactured 13 months later than the LZ30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the LZ30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has outside 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) while the Panasonic LZ30 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the LZ30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and LZ30 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and LZ30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to show greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.