Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H300
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
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Below, we will be evaluating the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the H300 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Astro Zoom AZ651 was launched at a similar time to the H300 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades against the H300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Sony H300
| Astro Zoom AZ651 | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
| H300 | Astro Zoom AZ651 |
|---|
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony H300
| Astro Zoom AZ651 | H300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | February 2014 | Similar generation |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 features outer 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) while the Sony H300 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony H300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the H300.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and H300 is 65 and 63 respectively.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and H300.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H300 Specifications
| Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
| Model type | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2014-02-13 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Bionz(R) |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 25 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | - | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 8.80 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 grams (1.25 lbs) | 590 grams (1.30 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 350 photos |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | - | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $419 | $249 |