Nikon D750 vs Nikon D610

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon D750 and the Nikon D610, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Nikon D750 was introduced in September 2014 and Nikon D610 was introduced in October 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon D750 Highlights

      • 24.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 51 Focus Points (51 Cross-type)
      • 3.2" 1,229k dot Tilting Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 6.5 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Nikon D610 Highlights

      • 24.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 39 Focus Points (39 Cross-type)
      • 3.2" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 6.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon D750 and Nikon D610.

      PROS

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 93
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 94
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   -3 EV Min AF Detection
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   -1 EV Min AF Detection
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 900 shots

      Advantage of Nikon D750

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D750 over Nikon D610.

      Nikon D750 vs Nikon D610
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
      Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 25,600
      Lower Min AF Detection -3 EV vs -1 EV
      More Focus Points 51 vs 39
      More Cross-type Focus Points 15 vs 9
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,229k dot vs 921k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 6.5 fps vs 6.0 fps
      Higher DxO Low Light ISO 2956 vs 2925
      Higher DxO Dynamic Range 14.5 vs 14.4
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs via optional Wu-1b mobile adapter
      Dust Proof vs
      Lighter 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) vs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      Longer Battery Life 1230 shots vs 900 shots

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      Advantage of Nikon D610

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon D610 over Nikon D750.

      Nikon D750 vs Nikon D610
      Cheaper $2299.95 / £1799.99 / €2149 (body only), £2249.99 / €2679.00 (body + 24-85mm lens), €2799.00 (body + 24-120mm lens) vs $1999/£1799.99/€2499.99 (body only), $2599/£2299.99/€2499 (with 24-85mm F3.5-4.5 lens)
      Higher DxO Color Depth 24.8 vs 25.1
      Higher DxO Overall Score 93 vs 94

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Nikon D750 Nikon D610
        Video Capture
        Large SensorFull FrameFull Frame
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Large Screen3.2"3.2"
        Built-in Flash
        High DxO Overall Score9394
        HDMI Output Mini Mini Type C
        Environmental Sealing
        Many Storage Slots22
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Nikon D750 Nikon D610
        No Image Stabilization
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        Low Video Recording Limit30 min - 1920 x 1080@30 fps, 1280 x 720
      20 min - 1920 x 1080@50/60 fps
      30 min - 1920 x 1080@30 fps, 1280 x 720
      20 min - 1920 x 1080@50/60 fps
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Nikon D750 and Nikon D610 have 3.2" screens with 1,229k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively. Nikon D750 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Nikon D610 has a Fixed screen

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      Nikon D750 with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Cameras have built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinders. They both have 100% coverage and 0.70x magnification.

      Sensor

      Nikon D750 features a 24.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.9 x 24 mm and a total area of 861.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800 and expands to 50 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Nikon D610 features a 24.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.9 x 24.0 mm and a total area of 576 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Nikon D750 is equipped with EXPEED 4 processor and can take pictures up to 6016 x 4016 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like FX: 4512 x 3008, 3008 x 2008, 1.2x crop: 5008 x 3336, 3752 x 2504, DX: 3936 x 2624, 2944 x 1968, 1968 x 1312 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Nikon D610 is equipped with EXPEED 3 processor and can take pictures up to 6016 x 4016 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4512 x 3008, 3936 x 2624, 3008 x 2008, 3008 x 1688, 2944 x 1968 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Cameras have Nikon F lens mount. Due to their Full Frame sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon D750 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon D610 nothing can be done. On Nikon D610 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon D750 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Nikon D750

      Nikon D750 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Nikon D750 has a Mini HDMI and Nikon D610 has a Mini Type C HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Nikon D750 and Nikon D610 come with EN-EL15 battery pack with battery life of 1230 shots on Nikon D750 and with battery life of 900 shots on Nikon D610.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slots.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Nikon D750 and Nikon D610 have Electronic. shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon D750, and up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon D610. Nikon D750 can shoot continuously up to 6.5 fps. Nikon D610 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Nikon D750 has 51 (15 cross-type) focusing points and Nikon D610 has 39 (9 cross-type) focusing points. Nikon D750 has detection range from -3 to +19 EV and Nikon D610 has detection range from -1 to +19 EV.


      Exposure

      Both cameras' exposure metering ranges from 0 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±5 EV range on Nikon D750 and ±5 EV range on Nikon D610. You can also do exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Nikon D750 and exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Nikon D610.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m at ISO 100.. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Nikon D750 and via Hot Shoe or Wireless connection to Nikon D610. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec on both cameras.

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon D750 body has dimensions of 141 x 113 x 78 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.07") and Nikon D610 body has dimensions of 141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.23"). Nikon D750 weighs 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) and Nikon D610 weighs 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz).

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      141 mm

      113 mm

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      141 mm

      113 mm

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      113 mm

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      113 mm

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      78 mm

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      82 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon D750 and Nikon D610

      Nikon D750 and Nikon D610 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      74
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
      •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      73
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Battery Life - 900 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      70
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Battery Life - 900 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      81
      •   Large Sensor
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      81
      •   Large Sensor
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      83
      •   Large Sensor
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Large Sensor
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
      •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
      GOOD
      77
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 900 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon D750 and Nikon D610 and give them scores of 74 and 71 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      OVERALL
      74
      OVERALL
      71

      Sensor

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      75
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 93
      GOOD
      74
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 94

      Photo

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      70
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      GOOD
      70
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec

      Video

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit

      Focusing

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      84
      •   -3 EV Min AF Detection
      •   51 Focus Points
      •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      83
      •   -1 EV Min AF Detection
      •   39 Focus Points
      •   9 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      79
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
      GOOD
      73
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot

      Connectivity

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      79
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon D750

      Nikon D610

      GOOD
      76
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
      •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      GOOD
      74
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 900 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots


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