Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX300

The following is a thorough overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was unveiled 11 months after the HX300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores versus the HX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys outer dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 vs the HX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX300 is 65 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX300.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to show extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.