Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1560mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 567g - 125 x 114 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX30V
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Overview
Its time to look closer at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Astro Zoom AZ651 was brought out 9 months after the HX50V which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 over the Sony HX50V
Astro Zoom AZ651 | HX50V | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | April 2013 | More modern by 9 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651
HX50V | Astro Zoom AZ651 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony HX50V
Astro Zoom AZ651 | HX50V | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys 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 HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Compare the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 versus Sony HX50V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and the HX50V.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX50V is 65 and 89 respectively.
Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX50V.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to render more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Astro Zoom AZ651 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Sony |
Model | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 2920 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1560mm (65.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lb) | 272 gr (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 114 x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $419 | $439 |