Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10
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Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2013
- Superseded the Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Raise to 1600)
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Released March 2004
- Superseded the Sigma SD9
- New Model is Sigma SD14
Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon D610 and Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the D610 (24MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the D610 (Full frame) and SD10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D610 was announced 9 years after the SD10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D610 matches up vs the SD10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D610 & Sigma SD10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D610 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Sigma SD10
D610 | SD10 | |||
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Released | October 2013 | March 2004 | Newer by 117 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.4") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 130k | Crisper display (+791k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Nikon D610
SD10 | D610 |
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Common features in the Nikon D610 and Sigma SD10
D610 | SD10 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D610 offers physical measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Sigma SD10 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D610 and Sigma SD10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the D610 against the SD10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D610 and SD10 is 56 and 54 respectively.
Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D610 and SD10.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D610 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon D610 will show greater detail with its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher D610 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D610 vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon D610 | Sigma SD10 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-10-08 | 2004-03-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 3 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 39 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 lb) | 950 grams (2.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 94 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2925 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,600 | $198 |