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 Nikon A900 and Kodak Astro AZ651 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon A900 has external dimensions of 113 x 67 x 40 mm (4.45 x 2.64 x 1.57″) and weighs 289 g (0.64 lb / 10.19 oz) (including batteries). Kodak Astro AZ651 has external dimensions of 125 x 114 x 89 mm and weighs 567 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon A900 and the Kodak Astro AZ651. Kodak Astro AZ651 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 113mm narrower, 67mm shorter and 40mm thinner than Nikon A900.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon A900 and Kodak Astro AZ651.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon A900 is significantly lighter (278g ) than the Kodak Astro AZ651 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix A900 nor Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ651 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon A900 and Kodak Astro AZ651's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Nikon A900 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.