Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic SZ10

The following is a complete comparison of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced 12 months prior to the SZ10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the SZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 comes with exterior 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 SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the SZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SZ10 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and SZ10.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.