Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony RX10 IV

Let's look more closely at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony RX10 IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Sony. The image resolution of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very similar but the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was brought out 4 years prior to the RX10 IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades vs the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 has got physical dimensions 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 RX10 IV has proportions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") having a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony RX10 IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the RX10 IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and RX10 IV is 65 and 52 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and RX10 IV.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Astro Zoom AZ651 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will deliver more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.