Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony H400

The following is a detailed assessment of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the H400 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was revealed at a similar time to the H400 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores versus the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 provides exterior measurements 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 Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony H400 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the H400.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and H400 is 65 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and H400.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to render more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.