Canon 10D vs Nikon D610

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon 10D versus Nikon D610, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and D610 (24MP) and the 10D (APS-C) and D610 (Full frame) use different sensor size.

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The 10D was revealed 11 years prior to the D610 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 10D matches up versus the D610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D & Nikon D610. The full galleries are provided at Canon 10D Gallery & Nikon D610 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 10D features exterior measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) and the Nikon D610 has sizing of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 10D against the D610.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 10D and D610 is 56 and 56 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 10D and D610.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 10D having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon D610 will show extra detail because of its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.