Nikon D610 vs Sony Alpha DSLR-A500

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      BrandNikonSony
      ModelD610Alpha DSLR-A500
      Predecessor ModelNikon D600
      Successor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A560
      MSRP$1999/£1799.99/€2499.99 (body only), $2599/£2299.99/€2499 (with 24-85mm F3.5-4.5 lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatFX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 24.0 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel12.9 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel12.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 6,400200 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,600
      Photo Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      ProcessorEXPEED 3BIONZ
      Max Image Resolution6016 x 40164272 x 2848
      Other Resolutions4512 x 3008, 3936 x 2624, 3008 x 2008, 3008 x 1688, 2944 x 19684272 x 2400, 3104 x 2072, 3104 x 1744, 2128 x 1416, 2188 x 1192
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Standard
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
      WB Bracketing2 or 3 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 mired
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points399
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points9
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)Spherical Acute Matte
      Optics Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Lens MountNikon FSony A
      Crop Factor1x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Screen TypeFixedTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution921k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%95%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.70x0.80x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.70x0.53x
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1-2.5 - +1.0
      Shutter Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Shutter TypeElectronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting6.0 fps5.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      High Speed Sync
      Rear Curtain
      Fill-in
      Wireless
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 10012.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/160 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-400 or SB-300; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighting metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, Wireless
      Exposure Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)±2 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing (2, 3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) ±2 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock
      DXO Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      DxO Low Light ISO2925772
      DxO Color Depth25.121.8
      DxO Dynamic Range14.411.6
      DxO Overall Score9464
      Video Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min - 1920 x 1080@30 fps, 1280 x 720
      20 min - 1920 x 1080@50/60 fps
      Terminals Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi via optional Wu-1b mobile adapter
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional, wired or wireless Wired or wirelss (optional)
      Environmental Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C)
      Physical Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Dimensions141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.23")137 x 104 x 84 mm (5.39 x 4.09 x 3.31")
      Weight (inc. batteries)850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz)630 g (1.39 lb / 22.22 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9 x 7.1 x 6.4"
      Package Weight5.1 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Battery PackEN-EL15NP-FM500H
      Battery Life900 shots520 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
      Other Nikon D610 Sony Alpha DSLR-A500
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning


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