Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Kodak Astro AZ651 and Panasonic FZ1000 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Kodak Astro AZ651 has external dimensions of 125 x 114 x 89 mm and weighs 567 g (including batteries). Panasonic FZ1000 has external dimensions of 137 x 99 x 131 mm (5.39 x 3.9 x 5.16″) and weighs 831 g (1.83 lb / 29.31 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Kodak Astro AZ651 and the Panasonic FZ1000. Kodak Astro AZ651 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 137mm narrower, 99mm shorter and 131mm thinner than Panasonic FZ1000.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Kodak Astro AZ651 and Panasonic FZ1000.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Kodak Astro AZ651 is significantly lighter (264g ) than the Panasonic FZ1000 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Kodak Astro AZ651 and Panasonic FZ1000's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.