Detailed information about nikon d610. Nikon D610 digital camera. Full-frame DSLR Nikon D610 Body for high-quality photo and video shooting

In addition, the Nikon D610 body is perfectly protected from moisture and dust. The location of all rubber gaskets is the same as in the D600. You shouldn’t test the camera’s water resistance in a swimming pool, but you can safely shoot in rain and snow. Just don’t forget that the lens must also have the appropriate degree of protection - not all “glasses” in the Nikon collection can boast of this.

Display, viewfinder, interface

The additional display pleases not only with a pleasant green backlight, but also with information content. In this parameter, it surpasses the similar screen in Canon cameras.

The software interface will not be a novelty, perhaps, for anyone who has ever held any Nikon DSLR. The menu moved unchanged from the Nikon D600, and there was simply no reason for changes. Here we have six main sections - the viewing mode menu, photo and video shooting mode settings, a set of user settings, a general settings menu, an image processing menu and a custom user menu. The menu items are also provided with fairly detailed tips, and the Russification is one of the most literate and understandable.

Description

Full-frame DSLR Nikon D610 Body for high-quality photo and video shooting

The Nikon D610 digital SLR camera with a full-frame 24.3-megapixel CMOS sensor and EXPEED 3 processor allows you to take high-resolution photographs and shoot Full HD 1080p video with excellent detail and light sensitivity in low light conditions up to ISO 25600. The combination of an advanced sensor and a fast processor provides high quality images with a wide dynamic range and high signal-to-noise ratio, resulting in smooth color and tonal gradations with low noise and improved overall image clarity. The fast autofocus system works great both when photographing moving subjects and when shooting video in focus tracking mode. Nikon's D610 is suitable for both beginners and experienced users.

24.3-megapixel full-frame sensor and EXPEED 3 processor

The FX format matrix in combination with a powerful processor allows you to obtain high-quality images with good detail, dynamic range, color accuracy and native ISO up to 6400, software expandable up to ISO 25600. The processor also ensures overall high system speed, support for Full HD video, serial shooting at full resolution at speeds up to 6 fps and continuous shooting in silent mode at 3 fps without raising/lowering the mirror. You can also shoot in DX format - the camera automatically switches to this format when used with DX lenses.

Focus sensor Multi-CAM 4800

The 39-point AF system focuses quickly in a wide range of lighting conditions - from -1 to +19 EV. The Intelligent Scene Recognition system, typically used for exposure metering, also improves focusing performance by analyzing and identifying subjects according to your shooting style. Depending on the situation, you can choose from 9, 21 or 39 point arrays, and the seven central AF points are compatible with lenses with an aperture of f/8 and faster, expanding the AF capabilities of long lenses when combined with teleconverters. When using phase detection, various AF methods are available, including 3D tracking and Dynamic Area AF. In live view, for both stills and video, the Contrast AF system ensures precise focusing and can operate in continuous tracking mode, suitable for moving subjects.


Full HD video

The camera supports Full HD shooting (1920 x 1080) with frame rates of 30, 25 and 24 fps, as well as HD 720p, in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 formats. During recording, manual adjustment of exposure, shutter speed and aperture is available, as well as continuous autofocus with face detection and object tracking.

An external microphone port can be used to improve sound quality, and a headphone jack is also available. There is an HDMI port that allows you to record uncompressed HD video to an external recorder.

Regardless of the lens used, when shooting video, you can select between the FX and DX areas of the sensor for compositional changes and advanced control over depth of field.

Ergonomic design, optical viewfinder and LCD display

Despite the full-frame sensor, the camera body remains relatively compact (141 x 113 x 82 mm) and lightweight (850 grams). The camera uses an optical viewfinder with 100% frame coverage and 0.7x magnification, as well as a 3.2-inch LCD display with a resolution of 921 thousand dots.

Other features of Nikon D610

  • One lithium-ion battery charge is enough for 900 shots.
  • Uncompressed, 12-bit and 14-bit RAW support.
  • Active D-Lighting helps preserve shadow and highlight detail when working in high-contrast scenes, such as backlit scenes.
  • Possibility of shooting time-lapses.
  • The camera body is protected from dust and moisture.
  • Built-in flash (up to 12 m at ISO 100).
  • Dual memory card slot supports SD/SDHC/SDXC formats.
  • Wi-Fi and GPS modules are available as additional accessories.

INTRODUCTION

Nikon D610 appeared on the market quite a long time ago, replacing D600. But to this day it remains one of the very few full-frame non- professional cameras. Moreover, in fact, this was “work on mistakes” - replacing a problematic bolt mechanism that actively collected dirt, and there were very few innovations compared to the 600:

  • New shutter mechanism (actually what the index was updated for);
  • Added Qc silent continuous shooting mode at 3 fps;
  • White balance reworked;
  • The maximum shooting speed has increased from 5.5 to 6 frames per second.

To date Nikon D610 is the most affordable full-frame DSLR camera. The closest “main competitor”, represented by the Canon EOS 6D, is slightly more expensive (prices were compared on Hotline.ua), while in terms of characteristics there is also a certain parity - each has its own pros and cons.

APPEARANCE and DESCRIPTION Nikon D610

D610 is an advanced amateur DSLR in a classic form factor. All controls are much closer to cameras with a 4-digit designation (D5300, D7100) and differ from professional ones, Nikon D4s.

The body is grippy, durable, without backlash or other “roughness”. Naturally, the camera is not light and is quite large (in comparison with non-full-frame analogues and mirrorless cameras). At the same time, unlike the same D800/D810, the body is only half metal, the front part of the camera is plastic. And by the way, the D610 is currently the only full-frame Nikon camera assembled outside of Japan.

Convenient - the usual (for an amateur) dial for switching shooting modes with the “cherished green icon” AUTO and a set of automatic presets - SCENE. For me, these modes are useless, but they save a lot of nerves when you need to give the camera to a person who is far from photography, without doing his/her theoretical photo preparation. In addition, I am glad that this very disk is blocked from accidental scrolling by a key. As, incidentally, the wheel that surrounds it for selecting shutter operating modes is also blocked - which is also convenient and protects nerve cells.

Among the features - mode , allowing you to shoot a “silent series” at a speed of 3 frames/sec. The sound from his work is really muffled, so you can take the camera for reporting to places where you cannot attract attention to yourself. There are also no complaints about the rest of the “dispersion” of buttons and controls, everything is familiar and as it should be. Just to be nitpicky, I would still separate the buttons AF-L/AE-L. It is clear that this is an amateur camera, but on the other hand there is plenty of space on the body and nothing prevented us from placing them side by side rather than combining them into one.

It is also worth noting that the body is dust/moisture-resistant, so I used the camera with a clear conscience (with the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lens, also protected) even in the drizzling rain, without fear for its “health.”

Screen D610- 3.2 inches, it is, of course, not touch-sensitive or rotary. And while seasoned professionals may not need such a “body kit,” mere mortals really miss it. Shooting from the floor, like shooting from a crowd - holding the camera above your head - could be much more convenient.

It seems that either the dissatisfied grumbling of users, or the pleas were heard, and later the screen was already rotating.

U D610 a huge, chic and very bright viewfinder with 100% frame coverage and a magnification of 0.7x. In addition to standard shooting parameters, it can display a digital level and a digital grid. It is very convenient to have a second monochrome display - all information is always in sight.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS and FUNCTIONALITY Nikon D610

The camera has an autofocus module - Nikon Multi-CAM4800 with TTL phase detection and 39 focusing points, including 9 cross-shaped ones. You can configure operating modes with display of 11 or 39 points, you can set zone focusing to one, 9, 21 and 39 points. Moreover, 7 central cross sensors can focus with lenses with an aperture of less than F/8, which makes it possible to focus in very low light conditions. It (the module), with minor processing, migrated from the “crop segment”, respectively, the main disadvantage is the small frame coverage - in fact, only the central part.

Yes, the speed of its work did not cause any complaints, and to “catch” someone rushing towards high speed the car was no problem. But if you turn on tracking autofocus, then the coverage area is no longer enough... I would like to have phase sensors located throughout the frame.

In mode LiveView Only contrast focusing works, and it is very slow. Additionally, the camera does not have any manual focus assist functions in LiveView- there is no focus picking or zebra crossing. The only thing is an increase in the focusing area, with a zoom of up to 16 times. Taking into account the amateur positioning, some of the “helpers” could be added.

CONCLUSIONS:

Nikon D610- an excellent full-frame “DSLR”, which, like all cameras, Nikon equipped with a “screwdriver” necessary for normal operation A.F.-lenses and supports the entire fleet of old manual optics for the mount F. For the “advanced” amateur there are the usual convenient controls. A professional who needs a camera that is not as heavy and massive as D810 or D4S, will appreciate the excellent picture quality, low noise and wide dynamic range, in other words - all the advantages of a classic full-frame SLR camera.

Even during the local Ukrainian presentation of the new product, an employee of the Russian representative office of Nikon directly stated that there are revolutionary cameras, and there are evolutionary ones - and the Nikon D610 belongs to the second type. Indeed, making a revolution just a year and a half after the introduction of an iconic full-frame camera that costs just $2,099 is extremely difficult. However, this very evolution at first glance looks very modest - a quick examination of the declared characteristics turns into a game of “find 10 differences.” Finding them is extremely difficult. But what you can notice is the decreased cost - in one fell swoop by $100. The speed increased by 0.5 frames/s breaks up a boring presentation. burst shooting. Otherwise, the camera is extremely similar to the D600 - it has the same matrix, processor, viewfinder, display, autofocus and exposure metering module, after all, the cameras have exactly the same batteries and bodies. It turns out that this is not even an evolution, but some kind of facelift? Let's try to figure it out.

⇡ Technical characteristics declared by the manufacturer

Nikon D610
Image sensor 35.9x24.0mm CMOS sensor (Nikon FX format)
Total number of pixels: 24.7 MP
Effective number of points, MP 24,3
Image saving format Photo frame: NEF (RAW): 12-bit or 14-bit (lossless compressed, compressed or uncompressed), JPEG
Video: MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding)
Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF interface and AF contacts)
Frame size in pixels Photo frame: up to 6016x4016
Video: up to 1920x1080; 30p (progressive), 25p, 24p
Sensitivity, units in ISO equivalent 100-6400 in 1/3 or 1/2 EV increments (ISO 50 and 25600 also available)
Shutter speed range 1/4000 to 30 seconds in 1/3 or 1/2 EV increments, Bulb, Long exposure (optional remote required remote control ML-L3), X200
Exposure metering Matrix, center-weighted, spot
Exposure compensation -5 to +5 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps
Flash Guide Number 12
Self-timer, s 2, 5, 10, 20; 1 to 9 exposures at 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 s intervals
Storage device SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compatible with SDHC and SDXC memory cards
LCD display 8.0 cm (3.2 inches), 921k dot resolution
Interfaces HDMI, USB 2.0, remote control connector, audio output (mini-jack 3.5 mm), microphone connector (mini-jack 3.5 mm)
Nutrition Lithium ion battery EN-EL15.14 Wh
Dimensions (WxHxD), mm 141x113x82
Weight, g 850 with battery and memory card, but without protective cover;
760 camera body only

⇡ Delivery set

Supplied with accessory shoe cover BS-1, rubber eyecup DK-21, monitor cover BM-14, protective cover BF-1B, Li-ion battery EN-EL15 (with protective cover), charger MH-25, eyepiece cover DK-5, strap AN-DC10, USB cable UC-E15, CD with software ViewNX 2. There are five covers alone! The standard kit also includes a universal AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm ƒ/3.5-4.5G ED VR zoom lens. For testing, we got a “carcass” with the well-deserved old man AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm ƒ/2.8G ED, which has been available for testing together with full-frame Nikon cameras for several years now.

⇡ Appearance and ease of use

The camera is not just similar to the previous D600 - externally it is an exact copy, and not only the size and shape have not changed, but also the icons printed on the keys and body. In general, if you close the nameplate on the front panel, as well as the information sticker on the “belly”, then even the owner of the latter will not be able to distinguish the new product from the D600. However, from a subjective point of view, the controls are very convenient, so nothing needed to be changed. Conservatism is not always a disadvantage.

The body materials are naturally of the same quality. And the assembly traditionally pleasantly pleases with the precise fit of the body panels and the absence of squeaks when squeezed. Like its predecessor, the camera under test was assembled at the company's Thai plant. Actually, the D610 is currently the company’s only full-frame camera assembled outside of Japan, but this has not affected the build quality—there’s nothing to complain about.

On the front are the lens mount, face control dial, autofocus assist lamp, IR remote control signal receiver, monaural microphone, and a pair of programmable keys, one of which, by default, is, of course, responsible for preview.

There are no differences from the rear either. To the left of the display there is a row of multifunctional hot keys, above the display there is a viewfinder, as well as keys for switching to viewing and deleting mode. To the right is a rear control dial, an AE/AF lock button, a round eight-way key with an input button in the center and an equally round focus point lock selector around the perimeter. Nearby is a button for switching to LiveView mode, supplemented by a display mode lever (photo/video) when shooting LiveView, as well as a button for changing the display mode of the main display. There is also a system speaker, a recording indicator and a rear IR receiver.

From above - again no differences. To the left of the pop-up flash, complemented by a hot shoe at the base, are the familiar control dials, placed one above the other, both equipped with lock keys. The upper dial is responsible for selecting the shooting mode, and the lower one is for selecting the drive mode. To the right of the flash there is an additional monochrome segment display, keys for selecting the metering mode and video exposure correction, as well as a shutter button, supplemented by a power lever, the extreme position of which is responsible for activating the backlight of the segment display.

Below again, no changes. There is a tripod mount connector (ISO 518), as well as a battery compartment and a connector for connecting the battery grip hidden by a rubber plug.

The left side surface is quite heavily loaded. There is a flash eject button (also known as operating mode selection), a bracketing button, as well as a focus mode selection lever with an autofocus adjustment button in the center. In addition, under three rubber plugs there are hidden connectors for headphones, microphone, USB and HDMI cables, as well as a wired remote control. On the right, there is only a large cover that hides a pair of memory card slots.