Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II
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Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Launched October 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 599g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released November 2014
- Old Model is Sony A7
- New Model is Sony A7 III

Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

The D610 was announced 13 months earlier than the A7 II making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D610 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the D610 matches up vs the A7 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D610 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Sony A7 II
D610 | A7 II | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 II over the Nikon D610
A7 II | D610 | |||
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Released | November 2014 | ![]() | October 2013 | More modern by 13 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D610 and Sony A7 II
D610 | A7 II | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 enjoys physical measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
See the Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D610 versus the A7 II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D610 and A7 II is 56 and 69 respectively.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D610 and A7 II.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged D610 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Nikon D610 vs Sony A7 II Specifications
Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha A7 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha A7 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-10-08 | 2014-11-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 117 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
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 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 pounds) | 599 grams (1.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 94 | 90 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 2449 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Launch cost | $1,600 | $1,456 |