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
27 Overall Score
Price £200
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong stabilization (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (21st 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 | Sony Alpha a6400 | Nikon Z Z50 | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic LUMIX G85 DMC-G85MK | Leica Q2 Monochrom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | bridge | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | compact |
| Sensor | 20MP 1/2.3-inch | 24.2MP aps-c | 20.9MP aps-c | 20.3MP micro-four-thirds | 16MP micro-four-thirds | 47.3MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 209 | 121 | 49 | - |
| Burst FPS | - | 11 | 11 | 15 | 10 | 10 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | true | false | false | true | true | false |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 720 | 359 | 395 | 498 | 503 | 734 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodak Pixpro Astro Zoom AZ405 | 36 | 39.8 | 53.3 | 33.9 | 23.9 | 29.3 | 46.7 | 30 | 21.2 | 78.3 |
| Sony Alpha a6400 Compare | 90.2 | 90 | 92 | 79.9 | 69.7 | 90.6 | 92.3 | 75.7 | 90.3 | 36.1 |
| Nikon Z Z50 Compare | 83.8 | 86.8 | 92.2 | 84.4 | 69.7 | 85.4 | 46.7 | 87.2 | 90.3 | 36.1 |
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Compare | 81.7 | 86.8 | 93.3 | 91.5 | 61.6 | 47.3 | 46.7 | 87.2 | 89.2 | 88.4 |
| Panasonic LUMIX G85 DMC-G85MK Compare | 70.7 | 82.6 | 91.3 | 87.1 | 69.7 | 10 | 99.2 | 87.2 | 80.5 | 88.4 |
| Leica Q2 Monochrom Compare | 76.9 | 80.5 | 97.3 | 72.9 | 74.2 | 71.7 | 93.4 | 64.1 | 90.3 | 36.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From £200
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Usage Scores
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