Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and the Leica D-Lux (Typ 109), highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 was introduced in January 2014 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) was introduced in September 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 Highlights

      • 21 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 25 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 9.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) Highlights

      • 12.8 MP Micro Four Thirds Sensor
      • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,760k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651
      4. Advantage of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      PROS

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Video Capture
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

      CONS

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      •   Sensor Resolution - 21 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   Weight - 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz)
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Advantage of Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Kodak Astro AZ651
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 over Leica D-Lux (Typ 109).

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Higher Sensor Resolution 21 Megapixel vs 12.8 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
      Max Image Resolution 5184 x 3888 vs 4112 x 3088
      Reachs More Telephoto 1560 mm vs 75 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 65x vs 3.1x
      Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
      Built-in Flash vs
      Built-In Bluetooth vs

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      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Nikon Z9
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Panasonic G95
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.3 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm JX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.0 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Advantage of Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) over Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651.

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 vs Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
      Larger Sensor 1/2.3-inch vs Micro Four Thirds
      Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 25,600
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 25 vs 49
      Center Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.9 vs f/1.7
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.5 vs f/2.8
      Image Stabilization vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 921k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed [] vs 60 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 9.0 fps vs 11.0 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 3840 x 2160
      Lighter 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz) vs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

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      Leica D-Lux 7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      17 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Fujifilm X-E4
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Sony a9
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Pentax Q-S1
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      1/1.7-inch

      12.4 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Leica D-Lux 6
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M1 III
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.4 MP

      Pentax WG-3
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,20025,600
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-In Wi-Fi
      WEAKNESSES Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inchMicro Four Thirds
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) have 3.0" screens with 920k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively. Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a Fixed screen

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      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 has a built-in Electronic viewfinderLeica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,760k dot resolution. magnification and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has 100% coverage (0.7x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      Sensor

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 features a 21 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) features a 12.8 megapixel Micro Four Thirds [] sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 169 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 can take pictures up to 5184 x 3888 resolution. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can take pictures up to 4112 x 3088 resolution.

      Image Stabilization on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi

      Cameras have built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      Bluetooth on Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      NFC on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      External Storage Slots

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651, and up to 1/4000 sec on Leica D-Lux (Typ 109). Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 can shoot continuously up to 9.0 fps. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.


      Flash

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 has a built-in flash. Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 body has dimensions of 125 x 89 x 114 mm (4.92 x 3.5 x 4.49") and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) body has dimensions of 118 x 66 x 55 mm (4.65 x 2.6 x 2.17"). Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 weighs 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz) and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) weighs 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz).

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

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      118 mm

      66 mm

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      55 mm

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      Size comparisons of Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      GOOD
      74
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot

      Street Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      79
      •   Small Sensor
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 and Leica D-Lux (Typ 109) and give them scores of 61 and 68 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      OVERALL
      61
      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 21 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.8 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      76
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps

      Video

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160

      Focusing

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      71
      •   25 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      73
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      81
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      GOOD
      75
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,760k dot

      Connectivity

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      GOOD
      78
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      73
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)

      POOR
      47
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 567 g (1.25 lb / 20.0 oz)
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 405 g (0.89 lb / 14.29 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots


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