Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was brought out 4 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores against the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. 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) while the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Ricoh CX2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and CX2 is 65 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and CX2.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer you more detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.