Nikon D610 vs Sony A99
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Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Announced October 2013
- Old Model is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced December 2012
- Old Model is Sony A900
- Newer Model is Sony A99 II

Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Nikon D610 and Sony A99, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the A99 (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

The D610 was released 10 months after the A99 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the D610 scores versus the A99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D610 & Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D610 Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D610 over the Sony A99
D610 | A99 | |||
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Announced | October 2013 | ![]() | December 2012 | More modern by 10 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Nikon D610
A99 | D610 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D610 and Sony A99
D610 | A99 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D610 features physical dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D610 and Sony A99 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the D610 vs the A99.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D610 and A99 is 56 and 57 respectively.

Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D610 and A99.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photos though you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent D610 provides a benefit in sensor technology.

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Nikon D610 vs Sony A99 Specifications
Nikon D610 | Sony SLT-A99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D610 | Sony SLT-A99 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-10-08 | 2012-12-12 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 19 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 850 grams (1.87 lbs) | 812 grams (1.79 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 94 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.1 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 14.0 |
DXO Low light score | 2925 | 1555 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photographs | 500 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Pricing at launch | $1,600 | $1,998 |