Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we are reviewing the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced 12 months earlier than the ZS45 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores vs the ZS45 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features physical dimensions 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 ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the ZS45.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS45 is 65 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS45.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer you more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.