Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Panasonic ZS8

The following is a in depth review of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic ZS8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and ZS8 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was unveiled 2 years after the ZS8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the ZS8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features external dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS8 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 compared to the ZS8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS8 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide you with more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 will have an edge in sensor innovation.