Nikon D610 vs Phase One XF 100MP

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Nikon D610 vs Phase One XF 100MP

35mm 861.6mm²
24.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 6400

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Medium format 2,169.5mm²
101.1 megapixels
ISO 50 - 12,800

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How does it shoot? Phase One XF 100MP in the real world.
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Differences

Nikon D610 advantages over Phase One XF 100MP

Bigger pixels
~ 5.97 vs 4.63 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Fast startup
~0.30 vs 10.0 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Thinner
82 mm vs 160 mm
Thinner
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Higher max flash sync
1/200 vs 1/125 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Yes vs No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Faster RAW shooting
5.9 fps vs 0.6 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Phase One XF 100MP advantages over Nikon D610

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Larger sensor
Medium format vs 35mm
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
More pixels
101.1 vs 24.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Longer exposure
3600 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Bigger RAW buffer
Unlimited vs 15 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Pentaprism viewfinder
Both provide
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Eliminated sensor dust-and-oil spot issue from D600; Great controls for amateur or pro; Comfortable ergonomics and weight; Excellent image quality and low-light performance; Very good dynamic range; Excellent battery life; Built-in lens correction.
Not drastically different from D600; Moire with certain subjects; Auto WB still too warm in incandescent light; Slow AF in live view mode; Aliasing in videos.
Read our Nikon D610 Express Review

We haven’t finished our review of the Phase One XF 100MP, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Phase One XF 100MP Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Canon 6D

Nikon D610

Canon 6D

$1271
35mm

Fast startup
Higher effective ISO

$1699
35mm

Built-in Wi-Fi
Built-in GPS

Compare Nikon D610 vs Canon 6D

Phase One XF 100MP

Canon 6D

$48990
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$1699
35mm

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

Compare Phase One XF 100MP vs Canon 6D

Compared to Nikon D600

Nikon D610

Nikon D600

$1271
35mm

Faster RAW shooting

$1900
35mm

Compare Nikon D610 vs Nikon D600

Phase One XF 100MP

Nikon D600

$48990
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$1900
35mm

Bigger pixels
Fast startup

Compare Phase One XF 100MP vs Nikon D600

Compared to Pentax 645Z

Nikon D610

Pentax 645Z

$1271
35mm

Lens selection
Less expensive

$4845
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Nikon D610 vs Pentax 645Z

Phase One XF 100MP

Pentax 645Z

$48990
Medium format

Larger sensor
Touchscreen

$4845
Medium format

Tiltable Screen
Fast startup

Compare Phase One XF 100MP vs Pentax 645Z

Compared to Nikon D750

Nikon D610

Nikon D750

$1271
35mm

Fast startup

$1698
35mm

Tiltable Screen
Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Nikon D610 vs Nikon D750

Phase One XF 100MP

Nikon D750

$48990
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$1698
35mm

Bigger pixels
Tiltable Screen

Compare Phase One XF 100MP vs Nikon D750

Compared to Leica S (Typ 007)

Nikon D610

Leica S (Typ 007)

$1271
35mm

Lens selection
Internal flash

$19995
Medium format

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Nikon D610 vs Leica S (Typ 007)

Phase One XF 100MP

Leica S (Typ 007)

$48990
Medium format

Larger sensor
Touchscreen

$19995
Medium format

Less expensive
Bigger pixels

Compare Phase One XF 100MP vs Leica S (Typ 007)

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