FX format makes a difference – here’s how
The D610’s FX-format CMOS image sensor
will transport your photography to new heights.
Boasting a larger pixel than you’ll get in other
formats with the same pixel count, it’s able to
capture more light. This technical advantage
has a huge impact on dynamic range and
image quality at high ISOs, resulting in richer
gradation and reduced noise. Having 24.3
megapixels at your disposal means more
flexibility when printing at large sizes and in cropping during
post-production. FX format also offers shallow depth of field
with beautiful bokeh, creating portraits with a new sense of
depth – especially when used with fast FX NIKKOR prime
lenses. With its FX-format sensor housed in a compact body,
the D610 is a portable powerhouse. If you haven’t experienced
the difference of FX format, here’s your chance.
Vital elements for a formidable machine:
FX-format sensor, EXPEED 3, Picture Control
and NIKKOR
The D610’s innovative FX-format CMOS sensor, image-
processing engine and lenses work together to deliver the
exceptional quality you demand in your stills and videos.
NIKKOR lenses realize the sensor’s full potential, achieving
exquisite sharpness with minimized aberration,
while rendering spectacular bokeh for a three-
dimensional look that’s true-to-life. The D610
takes full advantage of Nikon’s EXPEED 3,
the same image-processing engine found in
the D4 and D800 series, meaning it can swiftly
manage the large data files that an FX-format
sensor produces. During image processing,
Nikon’s original Picture Control technology makes
it simple to tailor the look and feel of your stills
and videos by fine-tuning their parameters using preset options.
And with enhanced auto white balance accuracy for common
shooting scenarios, the D610 reproduces colors naturally and
precisely. These exclusive technologies produce
a quick, complete finish for
your images that’ll satisfy your
photographic impulses.
6-fps continuous shooting:
FX-format quality at full-
throttle speed
It’s easier than ever to nail key moments
with the D610. The camera boasts even
faster continuous shooting than its
predecessor, at up to approx. 6 fps* in
FX and DX formats – amazing when you
consider that the former is recording
24.3 megapixels with each shot. That’s
thanks to the speed of the EXPEED 3
image-processing engine, and a stand-
alone driving mechanism that drives the
mirror independently.
*
Based on CIPA Guidelines.
Qc shutter-release mode[
for quiet operation [NEW]
The D610’s new Qc (quiet
continuous) shutter-release
mode reduces mirror noise while still offering
up to 3 fps, for maximum discretion in situations
such as ceremonies and school plays, or when
taking pictures of wildlife and insects.
See how FX format impacts your photography Indispensable features for FX-format imaging – and no compromises
The bright, clear
glass prism of the
D610’s optical
viewfinder covers
approx. 100% of
the image area, an
invaluable asset for accurate framing. The
approx. 0.7x* magnification – the same
as the D4 and D800/D800E – means
it’s easy to see all the visual elements
in the viewfinder, while the optional grid
line display enhances composition for
landscape and architecture photography.
* With a 50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m
-1
.
The D610’s AF system gives you absolute
confidence when capturing moving
subjects by using 39 strategically placed
focus points, with nine powerful cross-type
sensors in the center to maintain accuracy
even when light and contrast are low. Most
impressively, you can still use seven active
focus points when the effective aperture
is as slow as f/8, with the telephoto lens
attached via a teleconverter.
The D610’s
double SD card
slots provide
multiple options
for recording and
storing large files:
you can write RAW and JPEG data to
separate cards, copy from one card to
another, or select a slot according to the
remaining capacity during video shooting.
The slots are UHS-I compatible, and can
transfer data faster thanks to the camera’s
EXPEED 3 image-processing engine.
The D610’s rugged
body utilizes a
durable magnesium
alloy for the top and
rear frames, and
its weather-sealing
gives it the same dust- and moisture-
proof reliability as the D800 series. The
shutter unit has been rigorously tested
for 150,000 cycles on the body with the
driving mechanism, so you can keep
shooting for as long – or as hard – as your
creativity demands.
The D610’s built-in flash makes Advanced
Wireless Lighting with Nikon Speedlights
even easier and more portable. Turn the
flash to commander mode and you can
wirelessly trigger your remote Speedlights
(SB-700 or SB-910) with ease, producing
creative and comprehensive lighting that’ll
go wherever your imagination takes you.
The D610 can record 1080p Full HD video
at 30p in H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, with a
choice of both FX- and DX-based movie
formats, plus comprehensive audio control
including a dedicated stereo headphone
connector. It enables you to watch
simultaneous live view output on external
monitors and record uncompressed video
via HDMI. You can also create time-
lapse photography through simple menu
operations, with no need for elaborate
calculations and editing.
Approx. 100% frame coverage
Dependable body and shutter
Double SD card slots
Full HD D-Movie and time-lapse feature
39 focus points and f/8 compatibility
Built-in flash to trigger remote Speedlights
AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
A versatile, high-powered 11x zoom
lens with VR enhancement of up
to 3.5 stops*. Delivers outstanding
image integrity throughout the broad
zoom range. Best suited for travel
photography.
AF-S NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
An agile 5x super-telephoto zoom lens with
VR enhancement of up to 4.0 stops*. Boasts
superior optical performance thanks to its one
Super ED and four ED glass elements, and
Nano Crystal Coat to reduce flare and ghost.
Offers unparalleled image quality, especially
for sports, wildlife and travel.
AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
A compact, lightweight standard
prime lens, with aspherical elements
to correct aberration, yielding
stunning sharpness and bokeh.
The lens handles low-light situation
especially well. Lends itself to
virtually any subject matter – from
portraits and still lifes to landscapes.
AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G
A fast mid-range prime lens,
delivering crisply sharp images
from a surprisingly light and
compact body. Take advantage of
the impressive bokeh for creative
portrait work.
AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED
A compact, lightweight zoom lens
that complements the D610’s agility.
Incorporates multiple ED glass and
aspherical lens elements for clear
images with minimal aberration at a
0.28 m minimum focus distance,
perfect for close-up nature
photography.
AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR
A compact and versatile lens that
covers the most frequently used zoom
range. The Vibration Reduction (VR)
enhancement of up to 4.0 stops*
improves your handheld capability,
opening up a wide range of subject
matter – from portraits and still lifes to
landscapes.
DX format
FX format
AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR AF-S TELECONVERTER TC-20E III
A telephoto zoom with impressive VR enhancement of up to 4.0 stops*,
offering increased opportunities for handheld shooting. Its 1.0 m minimum
focus distance produces beautiful bokeh, while the Nano Crystal Coat
minimizes flare and ghost. Most importantly, it produces convincing
autofocus results even when used handheld with a 2x teleconverter at
400 mm and f/8. (See above for details.) Useful in a broad range of
shooting scenarios, from action sports to candid portraits.
State-of-the-art NIKKOR lenses: maximizing the potential of FX format
FX
format
24.3
megapixels
4
key
assets
6
fps
CMOS sensor
EXPEED 3
Compatible with f/5.6 Compatible with aperture
slower than f/5.6 and
faster than f/8
Compatible with f/8
* Based on CIPA Standard. The value is achieved when attached to an FX-format digital SLR camera, with zoom set at the maximum telephoto position.
(
Perform as cross-type sensors)