Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced January 2014
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Updated by Panasonic ZS30
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Astro Zoom AZ651 was released 13 months later than the ZS25 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up against the ZS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Panasonic ZS25
Astro Zoom AZ651 | ZS25 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | January 2013 | More recent by 13 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
ZS25 | Astro Zoom AZ651 |
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Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic ZS25
Astro Zoom AZ651 | ZS25 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys physical dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the ZS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS25 is 65 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS25.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567 gr (1.25 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $419 | $300 |