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Nikon COOLPIX L610 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£160Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:240 gBattery life (CIPA):120 shots

Nikon COOLPIX L610 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.7

Overall score

Score
4.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

90%

4.3

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 70% of cameras
4.3

Technical score

Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

3.4

Photo Features

18%

4.5

Video & Audio

14%

5.6

Display & Design

8%

3.1

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 77% of cameras
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 561 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 78% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Nikon COOLPIX L610

Technical score
Technical score
4.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

28%

5.1

Sensor & Image

25%

3.4

Photo Features

18%

4.5

Video & Audio

14%

5.6

Display & Design

8%

3.1

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

4.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on 561 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
9.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 86% of models
Popularity:
Nikon COOLPIX L610 has a popularity score of 9.2, which is higher than 86.4% of cameras.
9.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

60%

4.7

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

6.2
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
Main camera megapixels
16 MP
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 16 MP, which is lower than that of 61.9% of cameras and equal to that of 10.1% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.34 µm
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.34 µm, which are smaller than those in 74.1% of cameras and the same size as those in 14% of cameras.
Base ISO
125
Base ISO
125
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 125 which is higher than that of 72.4% of cameras and equal to that of 8.1% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 3200 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 3,200
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 3,200, which is lower than that of 62.9% of cameras and equal to that of 22.7% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1920 px
Max video resolution
1920 px
â–² Better than 29% of models
This camera supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
15 Mbps
Video bitrate
15 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 15 Mbps which is lower than that of 82.3% of cameras and equal to that of 3.5% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
H.264
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Type
compact
Weight
240 g
Weight
240 g
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 240 g which is lighter than 70.1% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.3% of cameras.
Width
108 mm
Width
108 mm
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 108 mm which is narrower than 69.7% of cameras and equal to that of 1.1% of cameras.
Height
69 mm
Height
69 mm
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 69 mm which is shorter than 55.9% of cameras and equal to that of 1.1% of cameras.
Thickness
34.1 mm
Thickness
34.1 mm
â–² Better than 69% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 34.1 mm which is thinner than 68.9% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
120 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
120 shots
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 120 shots, which is shorter than that of 99.2% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
470 with lithium AA.
Battery capacity
N/A
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Nikon COOLPIX L610 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
    Back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
  • 155 g lighter
    Weight
    240 g
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (240 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    240 g vs 395 g
  • Has anti-flicker mode
    Anti-flicker mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This camera includes an anti-flicker mode, the average camera does not. 20% of cameras include it.
  • 0.03 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.028 GB
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.028 GB vs 0 GB
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Easy Panorama
  • 4.74x more popular
    Nikon COOLPIX L610 is more popular than the average camera (9.15 vs 1.9).
    9.15 vs 1.93
  • 11.9 mm narrower
    Width
    108 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (108 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    108 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 4.74x more popular
    Nikon COOLPIX L610 is more popular than the average camera (9.15 vs 1.9).
    9.15 vs 1.93
  • 155 g lighter
    Weight
    240 g
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (240 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    240 g vs 395 g
  • 11.9 mm narrower
    Width
    108 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (108 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    108 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This camera uses a BSI sensor, the average camera does not. 34.8% of cameras use a BSI sensor.
    Back-illuminated CMOS sensor.
  • Has anti-flicker mode
    Anti-flicker mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This camera includes an anti-flicker mode, the average camera does not. 20% of cameras include it.
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Easy Panorama
  • Supports slow-motion video
    Slow-motion video
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This camera supports slow-motion video, the average camera does not.
  • 0.03 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.028 GB
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.028 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 3.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 210 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    120 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (120 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    470 with lithium AA.
    120 shots vs 330 shots
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 0.3% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
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    Nikon COOLPIX L610
    the average camera
    Nikon COOLPIX L610 has a lower user score than the average camera (7.97 vs 8.000).
    7.97 vs 8
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.34 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.34 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    16 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (16 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    16 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 3,200 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 1 older
    Release date
    2012
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2012 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    August 2012
    2,012 vs 2,013
  • 3.8 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.9 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.9 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.9 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • 26 s shorter maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    4 s
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a shorter maximum exposure than the average camera (4 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    4 s vs 30 s
  • 15 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    15 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (15 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    15 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 210 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    120 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (120 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    470 with lithium AA.
    120 shots vs 330 shots
  • Older HDMI version
    HDMI version
    1.3
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera uses HDMI 1.3, while the average camera uses HDMI 1.4.
    reported as 1.3a
    1.3 vs 1.4

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Third-party reviews

Based on 561 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Nikon COOLPIX L610

  • Compact and lightweight body that is easy to handle and carry
  • Excellent 14x optical zoom range for an entry-level camera
  • Effective optical vibration reduction (image stabilization) for low-light shots
  • Uses widely available AA batteries, making it convenient for travel
  • Great macro performance, allowing focus as close as 1cm
  • Simple, user-friendly interface with an Easy Auto Mode for casual photographers

What we don't like about Nikon COOLPIX L610

  • Short battery life, especially when using standard alkaline batteries
  • Slow shooting performance, making it difficult to capture fast-moving subjects like kids or pets
  • Lack of manual controls for shutter speed and aperture
  • Optical zoom cannot be used while recording video
  • Image quality issues at high ISO settings (ISO 800 and above) including noise and desaturation
  • Flash must be manually popped up to be used
  • Lack of a built-in viewfinder or wireless connectivity

Verdict

The Nikon Coolpix L610 is a user-friendly travel-zoom camera featuring a 16.0-megapixel backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor and a 14x optical NIKKOR ED glass lens (25-350mm equivalent) with an f/3.3-5.9 aperture. Main characteristics include a 3-inch 460k-dot LCD screen, lens-shift vibration reduction for steady shots, and the ability to record Full HD 1080p video with stereo sound at 30 fps. Its primary pros are its simple 'Easy Auto Mode,' a versatile 1cm macro focus capability, and the convenience of using widely available AA batteries for power. However, it lacks manual exposure controls, suffers from relatively slow autofocus and burst speeds (1.9 fps), and does not allow the use of optical zoom during video recording.

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