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.