Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony A57

Here is a thorough overview of the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Sony A57, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Kodak and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Astro Zoom AZ651 (21MP) and A57 (16MP) and the Astro Zoom AZ651 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Astro Zoom AZ651 was launched 17 months later than the A57 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Astro Zoom AZ651 grades against the A57 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. 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 A57 has specifications of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Astro Zoom AZ651 versus the A57.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Astro Zoom AZ651 and A57 is 65 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Astro Zoom AZ651 and A57.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Astro Zoom AZ651 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger Astro Zoom AZ651 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.