The Nikon D750 shares quite a bit with the D610 when it comes to size, ergonomics and resolution. There are, however, some big differences in terms of autofocus performance, with the D750 employing top of the line autofocus system borrowed from the new D810 with superior ability to focus in low light. Let’s take a closer look at the camera specifications and see the differences between these cameras. Please keep in mind that this comparison is purely based on specifications. A detailed comparisons of all the features and their real world relevance will be provided in our upcoming review.
Let’s take a look at how the two cameras compare:
Nikon D750 vs D610 Specification Comparison
| Camera Feature | Nikon D750 | Nikon D610 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Resolution | 24.3 Million | 24.3 Million |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | 35.9×24.0mm | 35.9×24.0mm |
| Sensor Pixel Size | 5.9µ | 5.9µ |
| Dust Reduction / Sensor Cleaning | Yes | Yes |
| Image Size | 6,016 x 4,016 | 6,016 x 4,016 |
| Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | EXPEED 3 |
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism | Pentaprism |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Built-in Flash | Yes, with flash commander mode | Yes, with flash commander mode |
| Storage Media | 2x SD | 2x SD |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 6.5 FPS | 6 FPS |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 30 sec | 1/4000 to 30 sec |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/200 |
| Shutter Durability | 150,000 cycles | 150,000 cycles |
| Exposure Metering Sensor | 91,000-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering III | 2,016-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II |
| Base ISO | ISO 100 | ISO 100 |
| Native ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100-12,800 | ISO 100-6,400 |
| Boosted ISO Sensitivity | ISO 50, ISO 25,600-51,200 | ISO 50, ISO 12,800-25,600 |
| Autofocus System | Multi-CAM 3500FX II | Multi-CAM 4800FX |
| Number of AF Points | 51 AF points, 15 cross-type | 39 AF points, 9 cross-type |
| Detection Range | -3 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C) | -1 to 19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C) |
| AF Detection | Up to f/8 (11 AF points) | Up to f/8 (7 AF points) |
| Video Capability | Yes | Yes |
| Video Output | MOV, Compressed and Uncompressed | MOV, Compressed and Uncompressed |
| Video Maximum Record Time | 20 min in 60p, 30 min in 30p | 20 min in 24p, 30 min in 30p |
| Video Maximum Resolution | 1920×1080 (1080p) @ 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p | 1920×1080 (1080p) @ 30p, 25p, 24p |
| Enhanced Video Features | Yes | No |
| Audio Recording | Built-in stereo microphone External stereo microphone (optional) | Built-in microphone External stereo microphone (optional) |
| LCD Size and Type | 3.2″ diagonal TFT-LCD Tilting | 3.2″ diagonal TFT-LCD |
| LCD Resolution | 1,229,000 dots | 921,000 dots |
| HDR Support | Yes | Yes |
| One Click Zoom | Yes | No |
| Picture Controls | 8 | 7 |
| White Balance Bracketing | 2-9 exposures in 1, 2, or 3EV increments | 2 or 3 exposures in 1, 2 or 3EV increments |
| Built-in GPS | No | No |
| Wi-Fi Functionality | Built-in | Eye-Fi Compatible, WU-1B, UT-1 |
| Battery | EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery | EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery |
| Battery Life | 1,230 shots (CIPA) | 900 shots (CIPA) |
| Battery Charger | MH-25a Quick Charger | MH-25 Quick Charger |
| Weather Sealed Body | Yes | Yes |
| USB Version | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Weight (Body Only) | 26.5 oz. (750g) | 26.8 oz. (760g) |
| Dimensions | 140.5 x 113 x 78mm | 141 x 113 x 82mm |
| MSRP Price | $2,299 (as introduced) | $2,099 (as introduced) |
If you are interested in seeing the buffer comparison between the D750 and the D610, please see this article.
The biggest feature differences are faster and newer processor, 1 stop improvement in the native ISO range and the updated Multi-CAM 3500 FX II autofocus system used on the D750, with the ability to focus at -3 EV (compared to -1 EV on the D610), much better movie features, tilting LCD, built-in Wi-Fi, improved battery life and better body build using a combination of magnesium alloy and carbon fiber, instead of magnesium alloy and plastic. There are a few other advantages to the D750 that the D610 does not have, such as the one click zoom capability (which is huge for me personally), but none of those are as important as the autofocus improvements.
Hello,
Hope everyone is well, I am looking to start a Photography business. I have a loft in my house which I will be using as my Studio.
Here is what I want to do;
Wedding/Couple/Family/New Born Photography
and
Landscape – Would love to print on canvas
I have been looking at a few cameras and Nikon as the brand has been striking to me in regards to their picture quality.
Here are my options, Nikon D750/D810/D4
Any feedback would be great!
Bewsre of Canon, brcause they do not ‘grandfather’ their lens mounts, which change about every 5 years or so. I owned Canon cameras for 40 years and 3 different Canon lens mount. Now retired, I own 1 x FX, 2 DX and 1 x W300 (pocket) Nikon and was a military professional) photographer for 30 years
Amusing discussion over some so called “improvements”. Chances are very few of you, if any, use a D610 to it’s full capacity, let alone talking about it restricting your options. How many focus points do you think the likes of Alan Murphy and Steve McCurry had winning their awards? How is that none of these online camera gurus who review and make recommendations on what to buy and not to buy never did any recognized photography work?
This “more, faster” is the oldest tricks in today’s electronics market. People switch from i5 to i7 thinking it’s “better”, and then the i7 second, and third and fourth generations show up, and people “upgrade”. For average users, there is no software in the market that an i3 can’t handle or they would notice any difference. But you are not an average photographer, and that’s why you need faster and better. But the technology is improving faster than you can catch up, so you are in for a long and never ending chase.
Amusing discussion over some so called “improvements”. Chances are very few of you, if any, use a D610 to it’s full capacity, let alone talking about it restricting your options. How many focus points do you think the likes of Alan Murphy and Steve McCurry had winning their awards? How is that none of these online camera gurus who review and make recommendations on what to buy and not to buy never did any recognized photography work?
This “more, faster” is the oldest tricks in today’s electronics market. People switch from i5 to i7 thinking it’s “better”, and then the i7 second, and third and fourth generations show up, and people “upgrade”. For average users, there is no software in the market that an i3 can’t handle or they would notice any difference. But you are not an average photographer, and that’s why you need faster and better. But the technology is improving faster than you can catch up, so you are in for a long never ending chase.
Well I dont know much about photography and feel the need to buy a full frame Camers D610 . I have D3200 camera and intend to sell it and have these two lenses.
1. AF-S DX NIKKOR 35MM F/1.8G
2. AF-S DX VR ZOOM- NIKKOR 55- 200MM F/4-5.6G IF-ED.
Can these be used on the new camera ? And are these good enough for landscape photography ?
For a non professional is 610 good enough?
For a non professional is 610 good enough? I am not into video nor sports photography
Raja, Your lenses can be used, but they will have strong vignetting (dark corners) unless you use them in crop mode. I would not suggest them for landscape photography. The D610 is absolutely fine for non-professional use, but you should consider also getting FX lenses to use it to its full potential.
I own a D800e and a D750. My Setup is D800e for slow moving subjects. I love the 3 dimensional quality of the images it produces. I know an 810 would be great but I can’t afford it and don’t feel any need to change.
The D750 is for faster moving subjects. I do professional stage photography. My opinion is that the D750 is like a D4s compact. Why do Nikon charge so much for the grip? That’s because it then does over 2,000 shots on a charge. I have 2 64 gb high speed sd cards.
I shoot shows with a 24-70 Nikon, 50mm and 35mm Sigma art. Plus my incredible Nikon 85mm F1.8g.
What a beautiful lens! Every lens is calibrated. How to describe lens calibration done properly? It’s like you own a decent violin and transform it into a Stradivarius.
D750 is wonderful at high ISO and focus tracking of fast moving performance dance in variable lighting.
I can use it comfortably at 8000 or even more ISO
As I said, D4s compact.
I forgot to say: If you have the Sigma Art series of lenses and don’t buy a USB dock you have rocks in your head.
The dock is only $70 and works wonderfully well. The software is simple, intuitive and user friendly. I can guarantee Nikon and Canon will introduce similar systems in due course. Instead of a single body based calibration measurement, the USB dock gives you 4 different distance parameters which can be adjusted to a high degree of precision.
My 50mm F1.4 art was bought second hand from someone who probably thought it over rated.
On my first use, I thought so too! Unlike my 35mm Art, which I’ve had for 3 years, the 50mm didn’t nail focus. Fine details were obviously soft, especially wide open.
When I used the Sigma dock and a Spyder Lens cal, as well as taking numerous close up and infinity shots, the problem was clearly a significant focus issue.
Finally my perfect calibration was +12, +10, +10, +10. On a tripod the 50mm art now nails a distant tiny object perfectly. Object at the lens closest focus are also rendered in staggering perfect detail.
Makes me smile when people glibly say that camera tech has evolved and that current cameras now exceed the performance of the older models. Like should there be any surprises there??
Same folks then often go on to say that 1/4000 at ISO 100 = 1/800 at 200. Trouble is that’s not the point! For me the tech advances need to bring practical improvements, including making life easier, to warrant upgrade costs. This is where I just don’t get Nikon’s strategy at the moment. Bring out a great camera like the 750 and hamstring it with 1/4000 shutter and 1/200 sync. Happy for all the people that don’t need to shoot wide in bright sunlight but others do. Historically that meant ND filters but with cameras now offering ISO 64 and 1/8000 it doesn’t need to be. Technology advances making life easier!! That’s why I would buy a 750 at the moment, it’s too compromised for my needs. And the 810 too high resolution. However if I HAD to choose now I’d opt for the 810 for the ISO, shutter and sync, not to mention quieter shutter and control layout. Luckily though I don’t.
Like I say I don’t get Nikon’s strategy, if there is one. When there was just the D3 and and the D700 it was quite clear. Now with the scatter-gun ‘react to Canon’ approach they’re all over the place. I could have seen the sense in a D810S, essentially a 750 in a 810 body with 1/8000, ISO 64, 1/250 sync and -3 ev AF, thus splitting the D700 into a dual path, medium format or low light / action. They could also have the lower cost 750 as it stands now, if they wanted to compete on price too. But as it stands now it’s just bizarre. Either medium format with pro controls or low light with consumer controls and hamstrung. Just bizarre. Who knows, maybe they’ll do a D810S once the D5 is out so it doesn’t compete. As it is now I wouldn’t go for a 750 or a 810.
Pure amateur here… Upgrading from D90. I mostly shoot my kids highschool volleyball and basketball games. I do have 70-200 vr 2 but with d90 I can not get crisp action shots. Bumping up iso in D90 past 1600 makes most action shots dark even when used with 70-200 2.8 vr2. Thinking of upgrading to d750. I could not decide if I need 750 or d610. Any suggestions? Thanks
-OP
Hey Oscar,
I love my D610, but the one thing that the D750 has over the D610 is the better autofocus. If you are shooting sports games, I’d def go with the D750. The autofocus on the D610 is a little hit and miss for fast moving objects :)
Daniel
Thank you, Daniel for your suggestion.
I got myself a very new/used D600 for $900 and I couldnt be happier. If I end up having an issue w the oil splatter then Nikon will replace it for free. Cant beat it for the price.
I use to have D90, D7000 and D700. Right now I own D800 and D610 as a backup.
When D750 was introduced I had a great temptation for immediate switch 600 to 750 but decided to cool down. And It was the right decision. Recently the price difference between used D610 (in mint condition) and new D750 reaches $1300. I see there no features to pay such amount for. 51point focus? I always use only single. Retractable screen? I don’t need it. Even higher ISO is not so critical (with Sigma Art lenses).
What really attracts my attention are full frame mirror-less. And if I decided to have another backup camera It definitely will be one of them.
I’m a guy who started shooting 50 years ago and bought more than 15 cameras of all kinds in the mean time. My professional experience is in the high speed high resolution electronic measurement and data acquisition and, after a careful analysis of the noise and dynamic range performance of several full frame 2013 cameras, I bought a D610 early this year.
Today, even with the recent introduction of the D750, I believe I would still buy a D610, for the outstanding characteristics of its sensor (same as D750’s) and price. I don’t bother with the video recording features, for that, I use a true high quality camcorder, which is far more usable for video.
After a few thousend shots, in various light condition, I’m convinced that if I see a problem in a picture I took with my D610, I am the cause of it, not the camera! And this is not going to change, before long