Nikon D500 vs D610 vs D750 Specs Comparison
Here is the quick specs comparison of Nikon D500, Nikon D610 and Nikon D750. You can take a look at the key differences between these three DSLR cameras.
Nikon D500 ($1,997 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama): The Nikon D500 incorporates the same powerful 153-point AF system as the D5, ensuring precise subject acquisition even during high-speed continuous shooting at approx. 10 fps. It supports 4K UHD movies, meeting the demands of multimedia professionals, while the new EXPEED 5 image-processing engine enables it to deliver high-quality images and movies and realizes a wide sensitivity range from ISO 100 to 51200, expandable to Hi 5 (ISO 1640000 equivalent). See also: Best Lenses for Nikon D500.
Nikon D610 ($1,497 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama): The Nikon D610 features a full-frame 24.3MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 3 image processor to produce high-resolution still imagery and full HD 1080p video with notable image detail and low-light sensitivity to an expandable ISO 25600, and it can provide a continuous shooting rate of 6 fps. Full HD 1080p video is supported up to 30 fps in the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format and manual control over the ISO, shutter speed, and aperture is possible for optimized control over the look and feel of movies. See also: Best Lenses for Nikon D610.
Nikon D750 ($1,997 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama): The Nikon D750 is an FX-format camera well-suited to both still imaging and video recording. Featuring a 24.3MP CMOS sensor, along with the EXPEED 4 image processor, this camera is capable of producing high-resolution imagery with smooth color gradations, low noise, and sensitivity to an expandable ISO 51200, at a continuous shooting rate of up to 6.5 fps. In regard to video recording, full HD 1080p/60 is supported, along with the ability to record uncompressed video to an optional external recorder. See also: Best Lenses for Nikon D750.
Nikon D500 vs D610 vs D750 Specs Comparison
Nikon D500 | Nikon D610 | Nikon D750 | |
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Announced | January 5, 2016 | October 8, 2013 | September 12, 2014 |
Build Quality | – Monocoque structure
– Magnesium alloy for the top and rear – Front is reinforced with lightweight carbon fiber. |
– Magnesium alloy top and rear
– Polycarbonate front-plate |
Magnesium alloy, Kevlar/carbon fiber–composite |
Weather Sealing | Yes (same as the D810 and D750) | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Durability | 200,000 actuations | 150,000 actuations | 150,000 actuations |
Sensor | 20.9 MP (effective)
APS-C (23.5×15.7mm) DX Format CMOS~4.2 µm pixel size1.3x crop mode (2x crop relative to full frame) No optical low pass filter (OLPF) |
24.3 MP (effective)
Full Frame (35.9×24.0mm) FX Format CMOS~5.97 µm pixel size Has an optical low pass filter (OLPF) |
24.3 MP (effective)
Full Frame (35.9×24.0mm) FX Format CMOS~5.97 µm pixel size Has optical low pass filter (OLPF) |
ISO Sensitivity | 100-51,200
Expanded: 50 – 1,640,000 |
100-6400
Expanded: 50 – 25,600 |
100-12,800
Expanded: 50 – 51,200 |
Image Processor | Expeed 5 | Expeed 3 | Expeed 4 |
AF Sensor | Multi-CAM 20K
153 AF points (99 cross-type and 15 sensors that support f/8), of which 55 (35 cross-type sensors and 9 f/8 sensors) Detection range: -4 to +20 EV |
Multi-CAM 4800
39 AF points (9 cross-type)f/8 supported by 7 sensorsDetection range: -1 to +19 EV- DX crop mode |
Multi-CAM 3500 II
51 AF points(15 cross-type)f/8 supported by 11 sensorsDetection range: -3 to +19 EV- 1.2x crop mode – DX crop mode |
AF Fine Tune/
Micro adjustment |
Yes | Yes | Yes |
Light Metering
Sensor |
180K-pixels RGB | 2016-pixel RGB sensor | 91,000-pixel RGB sensor |
LCD | 3.2-inch
2359K-dots 3-axis hinge tilting Touchscreen 170° wide-viewing angle |
3.2-inch 921K-dots Fixed No touchscreen 170° wide-viewing angle |
3.2-inch 1229K-dots Tilting No touchscreen 170° wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder | Optical (Pentaprism)
DX: 100% coverage 1.3x: 98% coverage 0.67x magnification (35mm equiv.) Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II |
Optical (Pentaprism)
100% coverage 0.7x magnification (35mm equiv.) |
Optical (Pentaprism)
100% coverage 0.7x magnification (35mm equiv.) |
Shutter Speed | 30 – 1/8000 sec | 30 – 1/4000 sec | 30 – 1/4000 sec |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes | Yes |
Flash X Sync Speed | 1/250 sec | 1/200 sec | 1/200 sec |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 10 fps | 6 fps | 6.5 fps |
Video Recording | 4K 2160p 30/24fps
1080p 60/30/24fps 720p 60fps |
1080p 30/24fps
720p 60/30 fps |
1080p 60/30/24fps
720p 60 |
Mic Input | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Clean HDMI | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Wireless Connectivity | Wi-fi / NFC / Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) | Optional with Wu-1b mobile adapter | Only Wifi |
Storage | Dual card slots
(XQD and SD) |
Dual card slots
(SD) |
Dual card slots
(SD) |
Built-in GPS | No
GP-1A GPS unit (optional) |
No
GP-1A GPS unit (optional) |
No
GP-1A GPS unit (optional) |
Built-in HDR | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Battery Life
(CIPA) |
1240 shots
*EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery |
900 shots
*Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 |
1230 shots
*EN-EL15 lithium-ion |
Dimensions | 147 x 115 x 81 mm (5.79 x 4.53 x 3.19″) | 141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.23″) | 141 x 113 x 78 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.07″) |
Weight | 860 g (1.90 lb / 30.34 oz) | 850 g (1.87 lb / 29.98 oz) | 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) |
Price | $1,997 | $1,497 | $1,997 |
Although the Nikon D500 is a DX-format DSLR, it has pro-level features that gives photographers nimble handling, speed and extreme processing power in a compact and lightweight body: a maximum expandable ISO of 1,640,000, support 4K video record and fast shooting speed in 10 fps, a brand new metering sensor with more advanced Face Tracking, Scene recognition and has the most autofocus point AF system, (an automated system for applying AF fine tune).
So, which one do you like best?