Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Pentax X90

On this page, we are contrasting the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was revealed 3 years after the X90 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores versus the X90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has got 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) and the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 compared to the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and X90 is 65 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and X90.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to provide extra detail because of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.