Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90
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Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released February 2015
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 703g - 132 x 103 x 77mm
- Introduced October 2008
- Old Model is Nikon D80
- Successor is Nikon D7000

Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Nikon D810A versus Nikon D90, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and D90 (12MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and D90 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

The D810A was manufactured 6 years after the D90 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the D810A grades against the D90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810A and Nikon D90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D810A Gallery and Nikon D90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Nikon D90
D810A | D90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | October 2008 | More modern by 78 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D90 over the Nikon D810A
D90 | D810A |
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Common features in the Nikon D810A and Nikon D90
D810A | D90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D810A has got outer measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) whilst the Nikon D90 has dimensions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D810A versus Nikon D90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the D810A and the D90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D810A and D90 is 55 and 60 respectively.

Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D810A and D90.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D810A featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon D810A will result in extra detail due to its extra 24MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer D810A provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Nikon D810A vs Nikon D90 Specifications
Nikon D810A | Nikon D90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D810A | Nikon D90 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2008-10-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXPEED 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 4.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 880 grams (1.94 pounds) | 703 grams (1.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 977 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 images | 850 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Dual | One |
Launch price | $3,800 | $1,199 |