This camera is so good that we would say if you are thinking of buying a D800 or 5D Mark III , take a look at the D600 . is more than a small professional camera for amateurs : it is a different tool . It is more efficient DSLR . And that is what most people need.

The Nikon D610 is a 'budget' full-frame DSLR, aimed at enthusiasts upgrading from mid-range models or pros looking for an affordable backup for a higher-end body. Announced in October 2013, it replaces the one-year-old D600 and like that model is positioned roughly between the full-frame D800 and...

24.3 Megapixel FX CMOS sensor; 39-point AF with 9 cross-type sensors; 6fps full-frame continuous shooting; Compatible with DX lenses; 1080p30 and uncompressed HDMI out; Built-in AF motor for non AF-S lenses; Sensor contamination fixed (anecdotal)

Resolution drops to 10.5 MPix with DX lenses; No exposure control during movie recording; Bracketing limited to 3 frames; Wifi and GPS are separate accessories

The D610 is the D600 for all photographic purposes. Image-quality is identical with very slightly improved AWB and speed. Truly, these changes are minimal. The D600 being an excellent DSLR, so is the D610 without a doubt. The Nikon D610 essentially replaces the D600 with an identical twin.

Class-leading image noise; Class-leading dynamic-range; Good color-accuracy after tweaking; Speedy autofocus; Generally fast and responsive; Ultra-short black-out; Flexible self-timer and exposure delay; Very sharp LCD; Highly customizable with plenty of controls; Dual memory cards can provide...

Under-exposure more frequent than usual; Light entering OVF skews metering; Increased softness at ISO 3200; Strong anti-alias filter; EC button placement not ideal; Indistinct ISO button; Poor Live-view; not Exposure-Priority; Bizarre Auto ISO; Exposure Delay mode hidden in menu; No 16:9 guidelines...

The Nikon D610 isn't much of an upgrade over its predecessor, bringing only one actual change to the table, a new mirrorbox. However, the camera has been tweaked to have a better white balance system, a quieter shutter but more importantly, no more oil smudge issues on the sensor.

Silent shutter is rather silent; No sensor issues; Excellent dynamic range

Not really much of an upgrade from the D600; Can't change aperture in movie mode

I just bought this baby 3 days ago and I gotta tell you this thing is a cracker! Valued only at $2,499, it is exceptional and oustanding for its level. It can produce stunning pictures in most conditions and is capable of capturing sharp and detailed images even at 6400 ISO!

Easy to use; Compact; Battery life

Screen size

When it comes to photography, there are two kinds of folks – the ones that are happy to click away using a phone or a point-and-shoot, and the ones that… want more. If you fall squarely in that second category, you'd most likely already own (or are looking to buy, if you can convince the wife) a...

the bleeding fast burst mode; 24.3 megapixel full-frame goodness

Weird clustering of autofocus points; noticeably noisy at expanded ISOs

Nikon's latest consumer pitched full frame DSLR in the D610 updates 2012's D600, and in doing so again offers the largest physical chip size to be found in a digital camera based on a 35mm film SLR, here boasting a top resolution of 24.3 megapixels.

Larger full frame sensor and weather sealed body nudges this DSLR into pro territory; workhorse like build; swift response times; large and bright optical viewfinder

No body-integral Wi-Fi connectivity; expensive if you don't need a full frame DSLR; chunky and bulky compared to consumer level sub £1000 DSLRs

The D610 has a compact size that belies the full-frame sensor it houses within. It's sturdy and comfortable to hold, and it packs the traditional controls and functions you're already used to if you're a Nikon user.

Full-frame sensor; Great low-light performance; Feels comfortable to use

Screen doesn't have a hinge; Some slight chromatic aberration

This is an excellent camera, arguably offering more bang-for-your-buck than any other full-frame DSLR. It doesn't have the image resolution of the D800, but it has more manageable file sizes, a faster shooting speed and two custom user modes.

With the introduction of the D600, Nikon made a full-frame DSLR more accessible than ever before. The D600 was an extremely popular camera, but it had one fatal flaw, a shutter mechanism that became known for shedding particles, dust and oil on the sensor.