Canon T6i vs Nikon P610
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Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 555g - 132 x 101 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Alternate Name is EOS 750D / Kiss X8i
- Succeeded the Canon 700D
- Updated by Canon T7i
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Announced February 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon P600

Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon T6i and Nikon P610, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the T6i (24MP) and P610 (16MP) and the T6i (APS-C) and P610 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

The T6i was launched at a similar time to the P610 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon T6i being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the T6i scores against the P610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T6i & Nikon Coolpix P610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon T6i Gallery & Nikon P610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon T6i over the Nikon P610
T6i | P610 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Canon T6i
P610 | T6i |
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Common features in the Canon T6i and Nikon P610
T6i | P610 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2015 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon T6i features outside dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check the Canon T6i and Nikon P610 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the T6i vs the P610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the T6i and P610 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the T6i and P610.
All in all, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The T6i due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon T6i will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.

Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon T6i vs Nikon P610 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Nikon Coolpix P610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel T6i | Nikon Coolpix P610 |
Also called | EOS 750D / Kiss X8i | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | - |
Cross focus points | 19 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 326 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 grams (1.22 lb) | 565 grams (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 132 x 101 x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 919 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $749 | $430 |