Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS40

Lets take a deeper look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was manufactured at a similar time to the ZS40 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 matches up versus the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys exterior dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the ZS40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS40 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS40.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.