Nikon D500 vs Nikon D610

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon D500 and Nikon D610, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the D500 (21MP) and the D610 (24MP) is relatively similar but the D500 (APS-C) and D610 (Full frame) posses different sensor measurements.

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The D500 was unveiled 2 years later than the D610 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the D500 scores versus the D610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D500 and Nikon D610. The full galleries are available at Nikon D500 Gallery and Nikon D610 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D500 has got outer measurements of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) and the Nikon D610 has specifications of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

See the Nikon D500 and Nikon D610 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D500 versus the D610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D500 and D610 is 56 and 56 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D500 and D610.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D500 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon D610 will offer you greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer D500 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.