Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS5
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Astro Zoom AZ651 was launched 12 months before the TS6 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS6 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades against the TS6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Panasonic TS6
Astro Zoom AZ651 | TS6 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
TS6 | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic TS6
Astro Zoom AZ651 | TS6 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features outer dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 compared to the TS6.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and TS6 is 65 and 91 respectively.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and TS6.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Astro Zoom AZ651 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-01-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567 grams (1.25 lbs) | 214 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $419 | $300 |