Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX400V

Let's take a closer look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was revealed very close to the HX400V so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores vs the HX400V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has got exterior dimensions of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony HX400V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX400V is 65 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX400V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to offer greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.