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Nikon P610 Review

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    Main Features

    • 16MP - 1/2.3" BSI-CMOS Sensor
    • ISO 100 - 6400
    • 24-1440 mm F3.3-6.5 Zoom Lens
    • Optical Image Stabilization
    • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
    • Electronic viewfinder
    • 7.0 fps continuous shooting
    • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video
    • Built-in Wireless
    • Built-in GPS
    • 565g. 125 x 85 x 107 mm
    • Replaced Nikon P600
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    Nikon P610 Overview

    First introduced in February 2015 , Nikon Coolpix P610 is a 16.0MP Small Sensor Superzoom camera with a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor, built-in Image Stabilization , Fully articulated screen and 24-1440 mm F3.3-6.5 lens. Nikon replaced the older P600 with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
    Compare Nikon Coolpix P610 vs Nikon P600

    Nikon P610 Review - Click for Table of Contents

    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Sensor and Photography Features
    4. Physical Specs
    5. LCD and Viewfinder
    6. Connectivity, Storage and Battery
    7. Video
    8. Other Features
    9. Lens
    10. Photography Type Scores
    11. Alternatives
    12. Popular Comparisons
    13. Frequently Asked Questions
    14. Detailed Specifications

    Nikon P610 is a member of Nikon's Coolpix P series of cameras. Below you can see the latest models in this series and how their main specs have changed with each new version.

    Nikon Coolpix P Series History
    Model Release Date Sensor Max FPS Dimensions Weight
    Nikon P950
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    2020 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 7.0 fps 140 x 110 x 150mm 1005g
    Nikon P1000
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    2018 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 7.0 fps 146 x 119 x 181mm 1415g
    Nikon P900
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    2015 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 7.0 fps 140 x 103 x 137mm 899g
    Nikon P610
    2015 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 7.0 fps 125 x 85 x 107mm 565g
    Nikon P600
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    2014 16.0MP - 1/2.3" 7.0 fps 125 x 85 x 107mm 565g

    Check the link below to compare specs of the latest cameras in this series:
    Nikon P950 vs P1000 vs P900 vs P610 vs P600

    Nikon P610 has an Overall Score of 52/100 and ranked #33 out of 113 in DSLR-Like cameras (Top 10 Bridge), and ranked #448 out of 1220 in all Cameras (Top 10 Overall).

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    Nikon P610 Physical Specs
    Nikon P610 weighs 565 g (1.25 lb / 19.93 oz) and has external dimensions of 125 x 85 x 107 mm (4.92 x 3.35 x 4.21″). Considering that the average weight of DSLR-Like type cameras is 591g, its weight is about average in its class. With a thickness of 107mm, it also has an average thickness.
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    Here is the front and top view image of Nikon P610 with the dimensions:

    Nikon P610 Body Size Dimensions
    Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Nikon P610 Camera Body

    In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon P610, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.


    Nikon P610 Body Size Compared to a Credit card and a Battery
    Physical size of the Nikon P610 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery

    Now lets compare the weight and thickness of Nikon P610 with its main competitors:

    Nikon P610 Size Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Weight vs P610 Thickness vs P610
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P600
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    565g equal weight 107mm equal thickness
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B700
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    565g equal weight 107mm equal thickness
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P900
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    899g 334g heavier 137mm 30mm thicker
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B600
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    500g 65g lighter 99mm 8mm thinner
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Canon SX60 HS
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    650g 85g heavier 114mm 7mm thicker
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P950
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    1005g 440g heavier 150mm 43mm thicker
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P1000
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    1415g 850g heavier 181mm 74mm thicker
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B500
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    541g 24g lighter 95mm 12mm thinner

    Weather Sealing

    Nikon P610 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing page.

    Nikon P610 Sensor and Photography Features

    Nikon P610 has a 16.0MP 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm ) sized BSI-CMOS sensor . You can shoot at maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels. P610 has a native ISO range of 100 - 6400 but unfortunately, Nikon P610 doesn't have RAW file support. If you need a DSLR-Like camera with a RAW support, consider Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 or Fujifilm FinePix S1 in the same price range.

    Nikon P610 is not the highest resolution Small Sensor camera. Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 with its 21.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Nikon P610 vs Kodak Astro Zoom AZ651 or take a look at Highest resolution Bridge cameras list.

    Let's look at how the size of the Nikon P610's 1/2.3" sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

    Nikon P610 Sensor Size Comparison
    Comparison image of Nikon P610 Sensor Size with other standard sensors

    Nikon P610 Lens

    Nikon P610 features a 24-1440 mm F3.3-6.5 60x zoom lens. This camera offers exceptional wide angle capacity thanks to 24mm focal length on the wide end and remarkable super telephoto reach at 1440mm.

    Wide Coverage

    DSLR-Like Cameras

    P610
    Widest - Samsung WB2200F
    Average
    Telezoom

    DSLR-Like Cameras

    P610
    Longest - Nikon P1000
    Average

    With a max aperture of f3.30 at 24mm, we can not consider this lens fast on wide end, and it is slow at the tele end with its max aperture of f6.50.

    Max Aperture at Wide

    DSLR-Like Cameras

    P610
    Fastest - Sony RX10 III
    Average
    Max Aperture at Tele

    DSLR-Like Cameras

    P610
    Fastest - Olympus 1
    Average

    P610 is also equipped with Optical image stabilization system which is very handy especially at lower shutter speeds. Nikon P610's lens also has a Manual Focus Mode.



    Nikon P610 LCD and Viewfinder

    Nikon P610 has a Fully Articulated 3" LCD screen with a resolution of 921k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.



    Nikon P610 back view and LCD

    For those of you who loves shooting selfies, self or group photos, Nikon P610 will make your life easier with its Selfie friendly screen. Another group of users who will take advantage of P610's LCD screen are Vloggers and any video creators who are working in a single-person setup.


    P610 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder, making it easier to shoot in direct sunlight and in other situations where it might be difficult to view the LCD monitor.

    Nikon P610 Connectivity, Storage and Battery

    Thanks to the built-in wireless (Wi-Fi) connectivity feature, Nikon P610 lets you transfer your photos directly to compatible devices without any physical connection. With its NFC feature, P610 can communicate with devices such as smartphones which are also equipped with this technology by simply touching each other.One other feature that we like is the ability to use our smartphone as a remote to control our P610. You can change camera settings, release shutter, view LCD screen and tranfer files using remote control app.

    You can connect P610 to compatible devices via its HDMI port or USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port.

    Battery

    Nikon P610 is powered by battery which provides a shooting life of 330 according to CIPA standards. Considering that the average battery life of DSLR-Like type cameras is 353 shots, its battery life is about average in its class but it would still be wise to invest in some spare batteries for long photo trips.

    Battery Life Comparison in Small Sensor Superzoom Cameras

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    Fujifilm HS35EXR with its 600shots is the model with longest battery life among Small Sensor Superzoom cameras. Check the comparison of Nikon P610 vs Fujifilm HS35EXR or take a look at Longest Battery Life Bridge cameras list.

    Nikon P610 Features Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Max Video Battery Life Wi-fi Bluetooth NFC
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P600
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    1920 x 1080 330shots Yes No No
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B700
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    3840 x 2160 350shots Yes Yes Yes
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P900
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    1920 x 1080 360shots Yes Yes Yes
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B600
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    1920 x 1080 280shots Yes No No
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Canon SX60 HS
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    1920 x 1080 340shots Yes No Yes
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P950
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    3840 x 2160 290shots Yes Yes No
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon P1000
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    3840 x 2160 250shots Yes Yes No
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Camera Nikon B500
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    1920 x 1080 600shots Yes Yes No

    Nikon P610 Video Features

    With Nikon P610, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 60i,50i,30p,25p fps and save in MPEG-4 and H.264 formats. Full HD resolution of Nikon P610 will be adequate in most of the situations. But if you are after the highest resolution videos available, see our list of Top Cameras with 4K (Ultra-HD) Video.

    P610 has a built-in Stereo microphone and a Mono speaker.
    Nikon P610 doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones. If you need a DSLR-Like camera with external microphone connectivity, consider Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 or Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 in a similar price range.

    Nikon P610 Other Features

    Max Shutter speed

    Nikon P610 can shoot continuously at max speed of 7.0 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/4000 sec.

    Flash

    Unfortunately P610 doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.

    Focusing

    Nikon P610 features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

    Nikon P610 also features Face detection AF where it intelligently detects the faces in the frame and locks the focus automatically.

    Nikon P610 PROs and CONs Review

    Now let's get in to more details of our Nikon P610 review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

    PROs
    Built-in Wireless (Wi-fi)
    NFC Connectivity
    Image Stabilization
    Articulating Screen
    Full HD Video
    Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
    Built-in GPS
    Face Detection Focusing
    921k dots LCD Resolution
    1/4000s High Shutter Speed
    7.0fps Shooting w/ Mechanical Shutter
    Long Battery Life (330 shots)
    Manual Focusing
    Manual Exposure
    Timelapse Recording
    24mm Wide Angle Lens
    1440mm Good Tele Lens
    60.0X Optical Zoom
    AE Bracketing
    Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
    Remote control with a smartphone
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    CONs
    No External Flash Shoe
    No Touch Screen
    No RAW Shooting
    Heavy Body: 565
    No Environmental Sealing
    Slow Lens at Wide: f3.30
    Slow Lens at Tele: f6.50
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    What type of Photography is Nikon P610 Good for?
    In this section, we review and score Nikon P610 in 5 different photography areas.

    Nikon P610 for Portrait Photography

    Nikon P610 has a score of 42 for Portrait Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Bridge Cameras for Portrait Photography list.
    Image Stabilization
    Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
    Manual Focus Mode
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
    Average Ergonomics&Handling
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No RAW shooting capability
    No External Flash Shoe

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon P610 for Portrait Photography

    Nikon P610 for Street Photography

    Nikon P610 has a score of 73 for Street Photography which makes it a GOOD candidate for this type of photography. If you are looking for a camera that is better suited to Street Photography, we recommend you to check our Top 10 Bridge Cameras for Street Photography list.
    Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
    Manual Focus Mode
    Live-view
    Face-Detection Focusing
    Fully Articulated LCD Screen
    Image Stabilization
    24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    Medium sized Body
    No RAW shooting capability
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon P610 for Street Photography

    Nikon P610 for Sports Photography

    Nikon P610 has a score of 49 for Sports Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Sports is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Bridge Cameras for Sports Photography list.
    Fast Continuous Shooting: 7.0fps
    Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
    Wireless Connection
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
    Image Stabilization
    1440 mm Tele Lens
    Average Ergonomics&Handling
    Environmental Sealings
    Focus Points
    No External Flash Shoe
    Slow Lens at Tele: f6.50
    No RAW shooting capability

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon P610 for Sports Photography

    Nikon P610 for Daily Photography

    Nikon P610 has a score of 52 for Daily Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Daily is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Bridge Cameras for Daily Photography list.
    60.0X Optical Zoom
    Medium size Body
    565g
    Body Thickness 107mm
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No RAW shooting capability

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon P610 for Daily Photography

    Nikon P610 for Landscape Photography

    Nikon P610 has a score of 30 for Landscape Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape We strongly recommend you to check our Top Bridge Cameras for Landscape Photography list and consider these alternatives over theP610.
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    Built-in GPS
    24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
    Average Resolution Sensor: 16.0MP
    No RAW shooting capability
    Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
    No Environmental Sealings

    Read the details of how we scored Nikon P610 for Landscape Photography
    Nikon P610 Alternatives
    In this section, we analyse how Nikon P610 compares with other DSLR-Like cameras within a similar price range.
    Read a more detailed analysis of Nikon P610 alternatives.

    Popular Comparisons of Nikon P610

    Here is the eight most popular comparisons of Nikon P610 amongst Camera Decision readers.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Nikon P610
    Does the Nikon P610 have Image Stabilization?
    Does the Nikon P610 have RAW support?
    Does the Nikon P610 have Weather Sealing?
    Does the Nikon P610 have built-in GPS?
    What is the Max ISO of Nikon P610?
    What is the Sensor Size of Nikon P610?
    is the Nikon P610 a Full Frame (FF) camera?
    Does the Nikon P610 have Touch Screen?
    Does the Nikon P610 have built-in Wireless?
    What is the Max Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) of Nikon P610?
    What is the Weight of Nikon P610?
    What are the Dimensions of Nikon P610?
    Nikon Coolpix P610 Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Nikon
    Model Nikon Coolpix P610
    Announced 2015-02-10
    Body Type SLR-like (bridge)
    Lens
    Manual Focus
    Lens Mount fixed lens
    Number of Lenses
    Lens Focal Range 24-1440 mm (60x)
    Max Aperture F3.3-6.5
    Macro Focus Range 1cm
    Screen
    Screen Type Fully Articulated
    Screen Size 3"
    Screen Resolution 921k dots
    Live View
    Touch Screen
    Viewfinder
    Viewfinder Electronic
    Viewfinder Resolution n/a
    Viewfinder Coverage n/a
    Viewfinder Magnification n/a
    Photography Features
    Min Shutter Speed 15s
    Max Mechanical Shutter Speed 1/4000s
    Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps
    Shutter Priority
    Aperture Priority
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Exposure Compensation Yes
    Custom White Balance
    Image Stabilization
    Built-in Flash
    Flash Range 7.50 m
    Flash Modes TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes
    External Flash
    AE Bracketing
    WB Bracketing
    Exposure Modes
    Multi-Segment
    Average
    Spot
    Partial
    AF-Area
    Center Weighted
    DxO Sensor Scores
    DxO Overall Score not tested
    DxO Color Depth not tested
    DxO Dynamic Range not tested
    DxO Low Light ISO not tested
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    Sensor
    Sensor Type BSI-CMOS
    Sensor Size 1/2.3"
    Sensor Dimensions 6.17 x 4.55 mm
    Sensor Area 28.07mm2
    Sensor Resolution 16 megapixels
    Max Image Resolution 4608 x 3456
    Max Native ISO 6,400
    Min Native ISO 100
    RAW Support
    Autofocus
    AF Touch
    AF Continuous
    AF Single
    AF Tracking
    AF Selective
    AF Center
    AF Multi Area
    AF Live View
    AF Face Detection
    AF Contrast Detection
    AF Phase Detection
    Video Features
    Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p)
    Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080
    Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264
    Microphone Port
    Headphone Port
    Connectivity
    Wireless Connectivity Built-In
    HDMI
    USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    Physical
    Environmental Sealing
    Water Proof
    Dust Proof
    Shock Proof
    Crush Proof
    Freeze Proof
    Weight 565g
    Physical Dimensions 125 x 85 x 107mm
    Battery Life 330 shots
    Battery Type Battery Pack
    Battery Model EN-EL23
    Other Features
    Self Timer Yes
    Timelapse Recording
    GPS BuiltIn
    Storage Type SD/SDHC/SDXC
    Storage Slots 1


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