Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was released 12 months earlier than the ZS50 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores versus the ZS50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has outside measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic ZS50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the ZS50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS50 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS50.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older Astro Zoom AZ651 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.