Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ405 Red 2023
The 40x optical zoom lens with image stabilization delivers a reach that smartphones cannot match, all from a 20MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor. It runs on universally available AA batteries, eliminating the need for proprietary chargers during long outings. This camera is best for beginners wanting an affordable, hassle-free way to experiment with extreme telephoto photography without a major financial commitment.
Type bridge
Sensor 20MP 1/2.3-inch
Video 1080p
IBIS Yes
Weight 720 g
30 Overall Score
Price ¥57,577
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile) 79th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
- Below average video (24th percentile)
- Below average sensor (29th percentile)
- Below average display (30th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | 1/2.3-inch" |
| Megapixels | 20 MP |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
Build
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.6 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ405 | Fujifilm X-T5 | Sony Alpha a7 IV | Canon EOS R5 | Panasonic LUMIX GH7 | Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 12K LF 100G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | cinema |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 40.2MP aps-c | 33MP full-frame | 45MP full-frame | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 98MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 759 | 1053 | 315 | - |
| Burst FPS | - | 15 | 10 | 12 | 75 | 80 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | false | false |
| Weight (g) | 720 | 476 | 658 | 650 | 721 | - |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ405 | 36.2 | 40.2 | 53.6 | 34 | 24.1 | 29.3 | 46.7 | 30.2 | 21.6 | 78.7 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 Compare | 90.8 | 91.7 | 93 | 84.1 | 93 | 99.1 | 97.1 | 99.3 | 95.4 | 95.5 |
| Sony Alpha a7 IV Compare | 96.7 | 91.1 | 96.1 | 84.1 | 83.4 | 66.4 | 98.1 | 98.5 | 95.4 | 93 |
| Canon EOS R5 Compare | 99 | 96.1 | 95.9 | 82.5 | 99.3 | 70.2 | 46.7 | 99.8 | 95.4 | 98.6 |
| Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Compare | 88.3 | 93 | 79.7 | 95.4 | 97.6 | 61.8 | 92.1 | 87.2 | 95.4 | 97.1 |
| Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 12K LF 100G Compare | 36.2 | 40.2 | 74.2 | 95.6 | 98.2 | 97 | 46.7 | 87.2 | 86.3 | 36.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From ¥57,577
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