Nikon D610 vs Canon EOS 60Da
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D610 and Canon EOS 60Da. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D610 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 60Da is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D610 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 60Da was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D610 | 2013 |
Canon EOS 60Da | 2012 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D610 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 60Da has a "Canon APS-C"-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 D610 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS 60Da | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D610 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 60Da has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D610 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Nikon D610 has a 35 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 60Da. 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
Canon EOS 60Da has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D610. Canon EOS 60Da has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D610 has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D610 | 100-6400 |
Canon EOS 60Da | 100-51200 |
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 Nikon D610
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 60Da
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D610 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 60Da can shoot up to 5,3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D610 | 6 |
Canon EOS 60Da | 5,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D610 and Canon EOS 60Da can shoot movies.
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 13% heavier than Canon EOS 60Da and its 755 gr (or 1.66 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D610 | 850 gr 1.87 lb |
Canon EOS 60Da | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Nikon D610 vs Canon EOS 60Da Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D610 and Canon EOS 60Da, 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 D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Name | Nikon D610 | Canon EOS 60Da |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2013-10-08 | 2012-04-07 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 1499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6016 x 4016 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 3 | DIGIC 4 |
Image |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
ISO Range | 100 - 6400 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 39 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | Clear View TFT color LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 5,3 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 | 13 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional through WU-1B mobile adapter |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) | Yes (Optional) |
GPS |
Yes Optional |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D610 |
Canon EOS 60Da |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 900 shots | 1100 shots |
Width | 141 mm | 145 mm |
Height | 113 mm | 106 mm |
Depth | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 850 gram | 755 gram |