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 ZS70 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 ZS70 has external dimensions of 112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61″) and weighs 322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Kodak Astro AZ651 and the Panasonic ZS70. Kodak Astro AZ651 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 112mm narrower, 67mm shorter and 41mm thinner than Panasonic ZS70.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Kodak Astro AZ651 and Panasonic ZS70.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS70 is significantly lighter (245g ) than the Kodak Astro AZ651 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-ZS70 (Lumix DC-TZ90) 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 Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Kodak Astro AZ651 and Panasonic ZS70's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Panasonic ZS70 features a
Tilting-only screen which is mostly only good for shooting from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Kodak Astro AZ651 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which is more flexible and useful, especially for taking selfies and video.