Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 Red

MPN: AZ401RD  |  EAN: 0819900013207  |  Model: Astro Zoom AZ401

Price Information

$188.70

as at 25 Sep 19 | 12:43 AM CET

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Choosist's Ratings

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 Red - AZ401RD Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Bridge Camera
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Live Streaming
Just Right
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Outstanding
Cute & Pretty Looks
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

For a lot of people, the Bridge camera is the perfect solution as it combines the portability of a compact camera while offering the full capability of a DSLR.

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Kodak device works!

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Kodak device is a very good option!

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Video Scenarios

Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Kodak provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 is a great companion to have.

For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (5.76 x 4.29 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the Astro Zoom AZ401.

As lots of sports happen at night or in-doors, the image sensor size plays an important role in image quality during low light conditions. In addition to its 5.76 x 4.29 mm(mm) sensor size, the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401, also comes with a Tracking Focus mode which is great for photos were the subject is constantly moving.

Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Kodak, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Kodak is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Style

The Astro Zoom AZ401 is an eye-catching package with a bright and refreshing look. The perfect accessory to compliment your individual sense of style.

Boasting clean lines and premium looks, the Astro Zoom AZ401 showcases your refined taste in mobile cameras. Guaranteed to make your friends green with envy.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Product Description

Equal parts proficient and compact, the Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 is equipped with the features you need for total creative freedom. Outfitted with a hard-working 16.15MP CCD sensor, this bridge camera is able to grab exceptional images that reach a maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456. This outstanding pixel count allows you to crop, zoom, enlarge and print as your heart desires without having to worry about losing quality. When you want to switch over to video, the Astro Zoom AZ401 is able to record in HD 720p at 30 frames per second. When you find yourself afar, the ultra-long 40x Optical Zoom keeps you in the heart of the action at all times, whereas the sophisticated image stabilization system will minimize any shakiness and blurriness for smooth sailing while filming. You'll also be able to capture everything within your peripherals thanks to the 180º Panorama feature. Between navigating the menu, adjusting settings and reviewing playback, the responsive 3-inch LCD monitor is easy-to-use, so you always end up with the shot you're looking for. AA batteries makes for a convenient power source that guarantees you never miss a shot due to a lack of power.

Technical Specifications

Kodak Astro Zoom AZ401 Red - AZ401RD Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Bridge camera
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Red
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Aperture Range (F-F) 3.0-6.8
Camera File System DCF, DPOF 1.1
Image Formats Supported JPEG
Scene Modes Children, Fireworks, Night landscape, Night portrait, Party (indoor), Pet, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Shooting Modes Auto, Movie
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Flash Modes Auto, Fill-in, Forced off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash Range (tele) 1.2 - 3.7 m
Flash Range (wide) 0.5 - 7.5 m
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Face detection, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto
Macro Focusing Range (wide) 0.016 m
Normal Focusing Range (tele) 2 m
Normal Focusing Range (wide) 0.5 m
Smile Detection Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
ISO Sensitivity (max) 3200
Light Exposure Correction ± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Light Metering Centre-weighted, Spot
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC
HD Type HD-Ready
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG Frame Rate 30 fps
Supported Aspect Ratios 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported LPCM
Audio System Mono
Built-in Microphone Yes
Lens System
Combined Zoom 160 x
Digital Zoom 4 x
Focal Length Range (f-f) 4.3 - 172 mm
Lens Structure (elements/groups) 15/11
Maximum Aperture Number 6.8
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 960 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 3
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 24 mm
Optical Zoom 40 x
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards SD, SDHC
Internal Memory 8
Maximum Memory Card Size 32 GB
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 3
Display Diagonal (metric) 7.62 cm
Display Resolution (numeric) 460000 pixels
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 5.76 x 4.29 mm
Megapixel 16.15 MP
Sensor Format Cropped
Sensor Type CCD
Total Megapixels 16.44 MP
Other Features
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type Micro
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Version 2.0
Battery
Battery Life (CIPA Standard) 280 shots
Battery Type AA
Number Of Batteries Supported 4
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
Batteries Included Yes
Lens Cap Included Yes
Neck Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 84.4 mm
Height 81.6 mm
Weight 436 g
Width 114.3 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 4608x3456, 3648x2736, 2592x1944, 2048x1536, 640x480, 4608x3072, 4608x2592, 1920x1080
Operational Conditions
Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) 0 - 90 %