Nikon D600 vs Canon 6D Specification Comparison

Following the announcement of Nikon D600, Canon announced Canon EOS 6D aimed at identical market segment; full frame camera in small and lightweight body at cheapest price. Canon 6D will be available on market from the beginning of December, 2012. Below is head to head specification comparison of the two cameras. Note that some of 6D features is not complete yet.

Features	Nikon D600	Canon EOS 6D
Price	Body only: $2099/ £1955.99	Body only
	With 24-85mm F3.5-5.6: $2699/ £2443.99	With EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
Announced	September 2012	September 2012
Body
Body type	Mid-size SLR	Mid-size SLR
Body material	Magnesium alloy top and rear, polycarbonate front-plate	Magnesium alloy, polycarbonate top plate
Sensor
Sensor size	Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm)	Full frame (36 x 24 mm)
Sensor type	CMOS	CMOS
Effective pixels	24.3 megapixels	20.2 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	24.7 megapixels	20.6 megapixels
Max resolution	6016 x 4016	5472 x 3648
Other resolutions	4512 x 3008, 3936 x 2624, 3008 x 2008, 3008 x 1688, 2944 x 1968	3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2432, 2736 x 1824, 1920 x 1280, 720 x 480
Image ratio w:h	3:2	3:2
Processor	Expeed 3	Digic 5+
Color space	sRGB, Adobe RGB	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array	Primary Color Filter	RGB Color Filter Array
Light sensitivity	6,400 ISO	25,600 ISO
Light sensitivity (boost)	25,600 ISO	102,400 ISO
Sensor cleaning	Yes	Yes
Pixel size	35.4 µm²	39.1 µm²
Focal length multiplier/Crop factor	1×	1x
Images
White balance presets	12	6
Custom white balance	Yes (4)	Yes
Image stabilization	No	No
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Fine, Normal, Basic	Normal, Fine
File format	NEF (RAW)	RAW
	TIFF (RGB)	JPG
	JPEG
Focus System
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)	Contrast Detect (sensor)
	Phase Detect	Phase Detect
	Multi-area	Multi-area
	Center
	Selective single-point	Selective single-point
	Tracking
	Single	Single
	Continuous	Continuous
	Face Detection	Face Detection
	Live View	Live View
Digital zoom	No	Unknown
Manual focus	Yes	Yes
Number of focus points	39 points, 9 cross-type	11 points, single center cross-type
Lens mount	Nikon F mount	Canon EF mount
Lens focus motor	Yes	Yes
Screen
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fixed
Screen size	3.2"	3"
Screen dots	921k	1,020k
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD monitor	Clear View II TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder type	Optical (pentaprism)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage	100%	97%
Viewfinder magnification	0.7×	0.71x
Shutter
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/4000 sec	1/4000 sec
Shutter Life	150,000 cycles/actuations	100,000 cycles/actuations
Exposure modes	Program (P)
	Shutter-priority (S)
	Aperture priority (A)
	Manual (M)
Flash
Built-in flash	Yes (Pop-up)	No
Flash range	12 m (at ISO 100)
External flash	Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless)	Yes, (Hot shoe)
Flash modes	Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Flash X sync speed	1/200 sec	1/180 sec
Performance
Drive modes	Single-frame [S] mode
	Continuous low-speed [CL]
	Continuous high-speed [CH]
	Mirror-up [Mup]
	Quiet Shutter Release
	Self-timer
Continuous shooting	Yes (5.5 fps)	Yes (4.5 fps)
Self-timer	Yes	Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Metering modes	Multi	Multi
	Center-weighted	Center-weighted
	Average	Spot
	Spot	Partial
Exposure compensation	±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)	±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	(2, 3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)	±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes (2 or 3 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 mired)	Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis)
Video/Movies
Video Format	MPEG-4	H.264
	H.264
Microphone	Mono	Mono
Speaker	Mono	Mono
Video Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps)	1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps)
External mic jack	Yes	Yes
Storage & Connection
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots	2 slots	1 slot
USB	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
HDMI	Yes (Mini Type C)	Yes (HDMI Mini)
Wireless	Optional (WU-1b WiFi transmitter) controllable via Android or iOS devices	Built-in
Remote control	Yes (Optional, wired MC-DC2 or wireless ML-L3)	Yes (Remote control with N3 type contact, Wireless Controller LC-5, Remote Controller RC-6)
Battery	Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger	Lithium-Ion LP-E6 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life	900 shots	Unknown
Battery Grip	MB-D14	Unknown
Form Factor
Weight (inc. batteries)	850g (1.9 lb)	770 g (1.70 lb)
Dimensions	141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.23")	145 x 111 x 71 mm (5.71 x 4.37 x 2.8")
Waterproof	No	No
Weather sealed	Yes	Yes
Other Features
Orientation sensor	Yes	Yes
Timelapse recording	Yes	Yes (by cable and PC)
GPS	Optional (GP-1A GPS)	Built-in (Image tagging and tracking mode)
Panorama	No	Unknown
HDR	Yes	Unknown
3D	No	No
Photo editing	Built-in picture editing tools	Unknown
	In-camera RAW editing	Unknown
	19 scene modes	Unknown

Source:

• Canon USA
• Canon Australia
• DPReview.com
• SnapSort.com

Nikon D600 Test Shots at Various ISO

D600 test shot finally online on Flickr. Here are sample photos from user generalaffairs92 using Nikon D600 + AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G at various ISO setting (50 - 25600). From my observation at 1024 x 684 resolution, overall image quality is fantastic, noise starts at ISO 6400. At ISO 12800 clearly notable especially on dark areas. Pumped to ISO 25600, you see it by yourself. However I bet the quality is beyond those APS-C or DX cameras :p View the image set and EXIF info on Flickr. Available resolution up to 6016 x 4016. Right click - Open image in new tab to view the 1024 x 684 version.

You may also want to check out the standard lab test by Imaging Resource, as well as comparing D600 image quality with over other 100 cameras.

D600 test shot at ISO 50 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 100 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 200 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 400 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 800 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 1600 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 3200 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 6400 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 12800 by generalaffairs92

D600 test shot at ISO 25600 by generalaffairs92

Movie Shot using Nikon D600

This is sample of short movie shot with Nikon D600. The video available in 1080p and lower resolutions.

Nikon D600 Images

Nikon D600 FX camera body only with 35.9 x 24 mm CMOS sensor

Nikon D600 with Nikkor 24-85mm F3.5-5.6 kit lens

Full frame DSLR Camera Nikon D600 features HDMI, USB, external mic jack and wireless connection (optional)

Full frame camera Nikon D600 24.3 megapixels effective pixels

Nikon D600 camera rear view with 3.2 inch TFT LCD screen

D600 with  MB-D14  battery grip supports EN-EL15 or six AAA batteries

Nikon D600 Full Specification

Nikon D600 DSLR with 24-85mm Nikkor lens kit

Nikon has officially announced the D600 full frame DSLR camera on 13 September 2012. The D600 will be the smallest, lightest and most affordable FX camera on the market, aimed to the enthusiast looking to take their dedication to the next level. D600 will strengthen Nikon as the market leader after launching a monster full frame camera, D800 and D800E, earlier this year. FX is Nikon branding for their full frame class camera. D600 specification is below.

Full Specification

Price	Body only: $2099/ £1955.99
	With 24-85mm F3.5-5.6: $2699/ £2443.99
Announced	September 2012
Body
Body type	Mid-size SLR
Body material	Magnesium alloy top and rear, polycarbonate front-plate
Sensor
Sensor size	Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm)
Sensor type	CMOS
Effective pixels	24.3 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	24.7 megapixels
Max resolution	6016 x 4016
Other resolutions	4512 x 3008, 3936 x 2624, 3008 x 2008, 3008 x 1688, 2944 x 1968
Image ratio w:h	3:2
Processor	Expeed 3
Color space	sRGB, Adobe RGB
Color filter array	Primary Color Filter
Light sensitivity	6,400 ISO
Light sensitivity (boost)	25,600 ISO
Sensor cleaning	Yes
Pixel size	35.7 µm²
Focal length multiplier/Crop factor	1×
Images
White balance presets	12
Custom white balance	Yes (4)
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Fine, Normal, Basic
File format	NEF (RAW)
	TIFF (RGB)
	JPEG
Focus System
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)
	Phase Detect
	Multi-area
	Center
	Selective single-point
	Tracking
	Single
	Continuous
	Face Detection
	Live View
Digital zoom	No
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	39
Lens mount	Nikon F mount
Lens focus motor	Yes
Screen
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	3.2"
Screen dots	921k
Touch screen	No
Screen type	TFT LCD monitor
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder type	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage	100%
Viewfinder magnification	0.7×
Shutter
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/4000 sec
Shutter Life	150,000 cycles/actuations
Exposure modes	Program (P)
	Shutter-priority (S)
	Aperture priority (A)
	Manual (M)
Flash
Built-in flash	Yes (Pop-up)
Flash range	12 m (at ISO 100)
External flash	Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless)
Flash modes	Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Flash X sync speed	1/200 sec
Performance
Drive modes	Single-frame [S] mode
	Continuous low-speed [CL]
	Continuous high-speed [CH]
	Mirror-up [Mup]
	Quiet Shutter Release
	Self-timer
Continuous shooting	Yes (5.5 fps)
Self-timer	Yes
Metering modes	Multi
	Center-weighted
	Average
	Spot
Exposure compensation	±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	(2, 3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes (2 or 3 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 mired)
Video/Movies
Video Format	MPEG-4
	H.264
Microphone	Mono
Speaker	Mono
Video Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps)
External mic jack	Yes
Storage & Connection
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots	2 slots
USB	USB 2.0
HDMI	Yes (Mini Type C)
Wireless	Optional (WU-1b WiFi transmitter) controllable via Android or iOS devices
Remote control	Yes (Optional, wired MC-DC2 or wireless ML-L3)
Battery	Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life	900 shots
Battery Grip	MB-D14
Form Factor
Weight (inc. batteries)	760 g (1.68 lb / 26.81 oz)
Dimensions	141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.23")
Waterproof	No
Weather sealed	Yes
Other Features
Orientation sensor	Yes
Timelapse recording	Yes
GPS	Optional (GP-1A GPS)
Panorama	No
HDR	Yes
3D	No
Photo editing	Built-in picture editing tools
	In-camera RAW editing
	19 scene modes

Nikon D600 Camera Review

Nikon finally presents a full frame power of 24.3 megapixels with its D600 FX camera. With its modernized HD-SLR compact body design and FX format CMOS sensor, D600 can provide its users with promising images along with 1080p videos. D600 is sure to delight enthusiast photographers with its smallest and least expensive full frame DSLR. This unique product from Nikon comes packed up with many unique features of D800, which is more expensive.

What makes D600 a good choice for enthusiasts?

If photography is your passion and you wish to take this passion of yours to a next level, D600 can give you more than you could ask for. This full frame HD-SLR is apt to meet all your photography needs. The camera is all set to delight you with its professional level performance. With Nikon D600, you will get the power to enjoy:

• Spectacular images produced by full frame sensor.
• 1080p videos compatible with cinema quality.
  
• Advanced performance even in low light.
  
• Fast framing and burst rates.
  
• Cordless sharing of photos.
  
• Built in HDR

In addition to the above, the camera offers ISO sensitivity that ranges from 100 through 6400 and you can go to as low as 50 and expand to a level of 25600.

Body & Dimensions of D600

This FX camera, aimed at enthusiast, has a body that features a full frame 24.3 megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor in a compact form. The camera is slimmer than the traditional HDSLR variants in the category. The camera comes available in black, silver, and white finishes. The camera presents an optimum combination of size and weight. The D600 weighs 760 g / 1.68 lb / 26.81 oz with the batteries. The body material consists of magnesium alloy top and rear along with polycarbonate front-plate. The body measures 4.5 x 5.5 x 3.2 inches which makes it larger than D800 and closer to APS-C D7000.

Quality of Images

Nikon D600 comes with very best and precise Auto Focus system to provide you with advanced sharpness. The Auto Focus system of the camera works effectively to beautify every detailed aspect of your image. You would be delighted to discover the ability of this compact camera to produce infinite compositional options. The camera comes with 39 autofocus points and 9 cross type points that collectively work to add to the functionality of the extended Auto Focus system. The smart AF system offers the responsiveness to detect the contrast for accurate auto-focussing. It works actively to ensure that each moment that gets captured has optimum sharpness. View D600 test shots available here.

ISO Range

The camera has a native ISO range of 100-6400 which is quite adequate for 99% of its applications. The ISO range of the camera is one step more than the D700. Besides the ISO range, the camera also bets to provide more clarity than the D700 from the company.

Handling of Camera

The D600 comes with sturdy and lightweight body that has top and rear panels constructed of magnesium alloy. The rest of the body comes made up of polycarbonate material. The camera is tough to fight moisture and dust. In the hand, D600 feels robust due to its premium build quality. Controls are comfortable to locate and use when holding the camera in both horizontal and vertical modes.

The Screen & Viewfinder

The camera comes with a 3.2 inch LCD screen on the back. The camera also offers a huge viewfinder, which is as big as Nikon D800. The viewfinder is able to offer 100% coverage along with precise HDMI output, which increases its likelihood to be appreciated by masses. If you are thinking about upgrading from D7000 or any other DX version, D600 is worth the consideration.

The Exposure Mode Dial

The user modes U1 and U2 on the dial will act as huge time savers for the photographers when it comes to bouncing between varied environments like outdoors with natural light to indoors which come with comparatively low light. The dial also facilitates easy switching between stills and videos. The scenic mode dials have been designed in a way to enhance comfort during shoots.

Wi-Fi Compatibility and photo sharing

D600 makes photo sharing even easier with its Wi-Fi Control. You just need to connect it to your wireless adapter WU-1b WiFi transmitter and can enjoy the fun of sharing photos to your tablet, Smartphone, or an attuned Wi-Fi-enabled device. Then you can e-mail your favorite shots to your friends or upload them to your social networking site right away. You can choose to remotely control this smart camera by simply installing Nikon’s free wireless mobile adapter utility.

Explore the Optional Lightning Studio – Built in Flash

The D600 comes with a built in pop-up flash that opens up dynamic shooting possibilities. The advantage is not only limited to low light conditions but even the well-lit subjects can take the advantage of fill flash in view of the dimension and additional flash offered by the camera. With optimum integration of flash with i-TTL system, the device commands and communicates the important information to 2 groups of remote flashes that runs across three channels to provide you with outstanding results and precise lighting.

Advantages of Nikon D600 vs Canon 6D

Read also head-to-head specification comparison of the two camera.

• D600 has a quicker AutoFocus. The phase detection can catch candid moments with relative ease in comparison to the contrast detection in 6D.
  
• Nikon’s D600 has 39 focus points over 11 offered by Canon 6D. This helps the camera to auto focus faster and more accurate.
  
• The number of cross type focus points in D600 is 9 which is considerably better than 6D which just has single cross type focus point. This ensures that the camera grabs focus even in the most difficult conditions.
  
• With 24.3 MP, D600 stands on the top in contrast to the 20.9 MP offered by 6D. This will provide superior image resolution making your photographs look 20% more clearer and detail oriented.
  
• D600 stands out with its better viewfinder coverage which is 100%. 6D stands at 97%, which is almost the same.
  
• Nikon D600 has two storage slots in comparison to one offered by Canon 6D. This will enable you store more of your data without the need to change memory cards.
  
• With 5.5 fps, D600 shoots faster image and will provide you with nearly 20% faster non-stop shooting. The Canon 6D has 4.5 fps.
  
• D600 offers a built in flash which is not there in 6D. This will help you take clearer images in the indoor or low light situations.

Battery and Power

The D600 contains a single Nikon EN-EL 15 rechargeable Lithium-ion battery as used in Nikon’s D800 and D7000. According to CIPA testing standards, the camera has the power to take 900 pictures in still mode or nearly 60 minutes of video recordings. The camera comes compatible with Nikon EH-5b/EP-5b adapter (240-110V).

Price for Nikon D600

Despite deriving its DNA from its larger siblings, D600 (body only) has been affordably priced at MSRP $2099/£1955.99. You can order via Amazon (body only) and with 24-85mm kit lens.

What will come in the Box?

Nikon D600 (Body only)

• EN-EL15 Lithium-Ion 1900 mAh Battery
  
• Rubber eyecup
  
• LCD monitor cover
  
• Body cap.
  
• Hot shoe cover.
  
• EG-D2 Audio/Video Cable
  
• UC-E15 USB Cable
  
• Quick charger MH-25 for EN-EL15 Battery.
  
• DK-5 Eyepiece Shield
  
• AN DC8 Strap
  
• CD ROM NikonView NX2
  
• BM-14 LCD Monitor Cover

Nikon’s D600 offers a presentable choice in view of its impressive features, size, and weight. The camera offers easy adjustment in shooting settings without the need to delve into the main menu system. With its fast focus, clever design, and full manual control over exposure, smart autofocus, and 19 scene modes of autofocus, the camera offers a delightful choice in the category. Photography is a passion that grows with time. The D600 has the capability to add joy to your passion and will help you to tread your way towards quality photography. Marked by its affordability and genuine approach towards high definition picture clarity, D600 is all set to set new trends in the field.

D600 Full Specification