Nikon D810 vs Canon EOS 60D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D810 and Canon EOS 60D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D810 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 60D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D810 were released 2014 and Canon EOS 60D was released 2010. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D810 | 2014 |
Canon EOS 60D | 2010 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D810 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 60D 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 D810 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS 60D | 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 D810 has a 36 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 60D has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D810 |
36 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Canon EOS 60D |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Nikon D810 has a 102 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 60D. 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 D810 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 60D. Nikon D810 has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 12800 while Canon EOS 60D has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D810 | 64-12800 |
Canon EOS 60D | 100-12800 |
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 D810
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 60D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D810 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 60D can shoot up to 5,3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D810 | 5 |
Canon EOS 60D | 5,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D810 and Canon EOS 60D 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 D810 weighs 980 gr (equal to 2.16 lb) which is 30% heavier than Canon EOS 60D and its 755 gr (or 1.66 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D810 | 980 gr 2.16 lb |
Canon EOS 60D | 755 gr 1.66 lb |
Nikon D810 vs Canon EOS 60D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D810 and Canon EOS 60D, 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 D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Name | Nikon D810 | Canon EOS 60D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Release Year | 2014 | 2010 |
Release Date | 2014-06-26 | 2010-08-26 |
MSRP | 3299 USD | 1099 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
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 | 7360 x 4912 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 36 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 4 |
Image |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
ISO Range | 64 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
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 | 51 | 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 D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1229000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | Clear View TFT color LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (tunnel) | 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 D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 5,3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 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 | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
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 D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional via WT-5A or Eye-Fi |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes | Yes (Optional) |
GPS |
Yes Optional with GP-1 or GP-1A |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D810 |
Canon EOS 60D |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1200 shots | 1100 shots |
Width | 146 mm | 145 mm |
Height | 123 mm | 106 mm |
Depth | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 980 gram | 755 gram |