Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX80

In this article, we are looking at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was announced 3 years earlier than the HX80 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 scores versus the HX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 enjoys exterior measurements of 125mm x 114mm x 89mm (4.9" x 4.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony HX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 against the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX80 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and HX80.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 to render more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.