Nikon D610 vs Sony A900
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Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Revealed October 2008
- Successor is Sony A99

Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon D610 versus Sony A900, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the A900 (25MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The D610 was revealed 5 years after the A900 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D610 grades against the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D610 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery & Sony A900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Sony A900
D610 | A900 | |||
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Revealed | October 2013 | ![]() | October 2008 | More modern by 61 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Nikon D610
A900 | D610 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D610 and Sony A900
D610 | A900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D610 comes with external measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Sony A900 has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D610 versus Sony A900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the D610 and the A900.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D610 and A900 is 56 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D610 and A900.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony A900 to give extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent D610 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

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Nikon D610 vs Sony A900 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon D610 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-10-08 | 2008-10-22 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 25MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6048 x 4032 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 850 gr (1.87 pounds) | 895 gr (1.97 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 94 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.4 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 2925 | 1431 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photos | 880 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch price | $1,600 | $2,736 |