Nikon D60 vs Nikon D810A
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D60 and Nikon D810A. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon D60 were released 2008 and Nikon D810A was released 2015. That is a 7 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D60 | 2008 |
Nikon D810A | 2015 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D60 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Nikon D810A 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 ** |
Nikon D60 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D810A | 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 (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon D60 has a 10,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D810A has 36 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D60 |
10,2 MP
10036224 pixels 3872 x 2592 |
Nikon D810A |
36 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Nikon D810A has a 260 % larger resolution than Nikon D60. 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 D810A has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D60. Nikon D810A has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D60 has 100 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D60 | 100-3200 |
Nikon D810A | 200-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Nikon D810A has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D60 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D60 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D60
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D810A
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D60 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D810A can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D60 | 3 |
Nikon D810A | 5 |
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 D810A. Sadly, the Nikon D60 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 D810A weighs 880 gr (equal to 1.94 lb) which is 69% heavier than Nikon D60 and its 522 gr (or 1.15 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D60 | 522 gr 1.15 lb |
Nikon D810A | 880 gr 1.94 lb |
Nikon D60 vs Nikon D810A Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D60 and Nikon D810A, 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 |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Name | Nikon D60 | Nikon D810A |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Release Year | 2008 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2008-01-29 | 2015-02-10 |
MSRP | 649 USD | 3799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 3872 x 2592 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,2 MP | 36 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
ISO Range | 100 - 3200 | 200 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW + TIFF |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Autofocus Motor | No | 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 | 3 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 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 |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Articulated LCD | No | Fixed |
Screen size | 2.5” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1229000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT-LCD (RGBW) |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
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 |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Optional via WT-5A or Eye-Fi |
Remote Control |
Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
|
Yes |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GP-1 or GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D60 |
Nikon D810A |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots | 1200 shots |
Width | 126 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 64 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 522 gram | 880 gram |