Nikon D610 vs Nikon Z5

Let's look closer at the Nikon D610 vs Nikon Z5, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the Z5 (24MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The D610 was revealed 7 years prior to the Z5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D610 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the D610 scores against the Z5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D610 and Nikon Z5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D610 Gallery and Nikon Z5 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 provides outer measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Nikon Z5 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

See the Nikon D610 vs Nikon Z5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the D610 compared to the Z5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D610 and Z5 is 56 and 62 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D610 and Z5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged D610 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.