Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A
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Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Introduced June 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon D800
- Replacement is Nikon D850
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Launched February 2015
Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the D810 (36MP) and the D810A (36MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe D810 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the D810A which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D810 scores versus the D810A when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810 & Nikon D810A. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D810 Gallery & Nikon D810A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Nikon D810A
D810 | D810A |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Nikon D810
D810A | D810 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | June 2014 | More recent by 7 months |
Common features in the Nikon D810 and Nikon D810A
D810 | D810A | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1229k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D810 offers exterior dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) while the Nikon D810A has specifications of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D810 and the D810A.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D810 and D810A is 54 and 55 respectively.
Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810 and D810A.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older D810 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D810 vs Nikon D810A Specifications
Nikon D810 | Nikon D810A | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D810 | Nikon D810A |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-06-26 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXPEED 4 | EXPEED 4 |
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 | 36 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 980 grams (2.16 lbs) | 880 grams (1.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 97 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2853 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 shots | 1200 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch price | $1,999 | $3,800 |