Canon EOS Kiss Digital X vs Nikon D610
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss Digital X and Nikon D610. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D610 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X were released 2006 and Nikon D610 was released 2013. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 2006 |
Nikon D610 | 2013 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss Digital X has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D610 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Nikon D610 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X has a 10,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D610 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Nikon D610 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Nikon D610 has a 140 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon D610 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X. Nikon D610 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Canon EOS Kiss Digital X has 100 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 100-1600 |
Nikon D610 | 100-6400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss Digital X
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D610
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss Digital X can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D610 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 3 |
Nikon D610 | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D610. Sadly, the Canon EOS Kiss Digital X does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D610 weighs 850 gr (equal to 1.87 lb) which is 53% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss Digital X and its 556 gr (or 1.23 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | 556 gr 1.23 lb |
Nikon D610 | 850 gr 1.87 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X vs Nikon D610 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss Digital X and Nikon D610, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Name | Canon EOS Kiss Digital X | Nikon D610 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Release Year | 2006 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2006-08-24 | 2013-10-08 |
MSRP | 799 USD | 1999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3888 x 2592 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,1 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
ISO Range | 100 - 1600 | 100 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 39 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.5” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Optional through WU-1B mobile adapter |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss Digital X |
Nikon D610 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack NB-2LH
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 360 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 556 gram | 850 gram |