Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2013
- Old Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Replacement is Pentax K-50
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon D610 versus Pentax K-30, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D610 was released 12 months later than the K-30 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the D610 scores against the K-30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D610 & Pentax K-30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery & Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Pentax K-30
D610 | K-30 | |||
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Revealed | October 2013 | October 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Nikon D610
K-30 | D610 |
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Common features in the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-30
D610 | K-30 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D610 features exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D610 versus Pentax K-30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the D610 compared to the K-30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D610 and K-30 is 56 and 63 respectively.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D610 and K-30.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D610 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon D610 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger D610 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D610 | Pentax K-30 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-10-08 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Prime M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850g (1.87 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 94 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photographs | 410 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,600 | $525 |