Upgrade Guide

Nikon D600→Nikon D610

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Nikon

D600

£172 used

2012

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D610

£152 used (-£20)

2013

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the D600. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the D610

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	D600	D610
Price	£172 used	£152 used
Released	2012	2013	↑
Sensor	24.3MP full-frame CMOS	24.3MP full-frame CMOS
Resolution	24MP	24MP
Video	Full HD 1080p/30, 720p/60	Full HD 1080p/30, 720p/60
Autofocus	39-point phase-detect (9 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view	39-point phase-detect (9 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	5.5fps	6fps	↑
Battery Life	~900 shots (CIPA)	~900 shots (CIPA)
Weight	850g (with battery)	850g (with battery)
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.7x	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.7x
Screen	3.2" fixed LCD, 921k dots	3.2" fixed LCD, 921k dots
Mount	Nikon F mount	Nikon F mount
Memory Cards	Dual SD slots	Dual SD slots

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