Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX600 HS
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon D4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and D4 (16MP) and the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and D4 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SX610 HS was launched 3 years after the D4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX610 HS scores against the D4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon D4. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Nikon D4
SX610 HS | D4 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | January 2012 | Newer by 37 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Canon SX610 HS
D4 | SX610 HS | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon D4
SX610 HS | D4 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS has got external measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4 has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon D4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the D4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and D4 is 93 and 50 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and D4.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SX610 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon SX610 HS will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon D4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon D4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Nikon D4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4928 x 3280 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon F |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 309 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.5 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lb) | 1340 grams (2.95 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2965 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 2600 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL18 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | CompactFlash, XQD |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Cost at release | $214 | $4,500 |