Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610
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![Nikon Coolpix L610 front Nikon Coolpix L610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L610/Nikon-L610-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P610 front Nikon Coolpix P610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P610/Nikon-P610-front.jpg)
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Released August 2012
(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
- Released February 2015
- Superseded the Nikon P600
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon L610 and Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the P610 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L610 was revealed 3 years earlier than the P610 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L610 grades versus the P610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Nikon Coolpix P610. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Nikon P610
L610 | P610 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Nikon L610
P610 | L610 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | More modern by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Nikon P610
L610 | P610 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L610 offers outside measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L610 and Nikon P610 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L610 versus the P610.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and P610 is 90 and 65 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and P610.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged L610 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon P610 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix P610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix P610 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-08-09 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240 gr (0.53 pounds) | 565 gr (1.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 120 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $430 |