Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Launched October 2013
- Replaced the Nikon D600
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Released December 2009
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-x, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and K-x (12MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and K-x (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe D610 was released 3 years later than the K-x and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D610 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D610 scores versus the K-x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D610 & Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D610 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Pentax K-x
D610 | K-x | |||
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Released | October 2013 | December 2009 | Fresher by 47 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Nikon D610
K-x | D610 |
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Common features in the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-x
D610 | K-x | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D610 provides exterior dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Pentax K-x has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the D610 and the K-x.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D610 and K-x is 56 and 69 respectively.
Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D610 and K-x.
As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D610 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D610 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern D610 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Nikon D610 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D610 | Pentax K-x |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2013-10-08 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 16.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 pounds) | 580 grams (1.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 94 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | 1900 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,600 | $600 |