Canon 30D vs Nikon D600
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Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Introduced November 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D300S
- Replacement is Nikon D610

Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon 30D versus Nikon D600, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the 30D (8MP) and D600 (24MP) and the 30D (APS-C) and D600 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

The 30D was revealed 7 years prior to the D600 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 30D matches up versus the D600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 30D & Nikon D600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 30D Gallery & Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 30D over the Nikon D600
30D | D600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Canon 30D
D600 | 30D | |||
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Introduced | November 2012 | ![]() | April 2006 | Newer by 80 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 30D and Nikon D600
30D | D600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 30D has got outer measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") along with a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) while the Nikon D600 has specifications of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Check the Canon 30D versus Nikon D600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 30D against the D600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 30D and D600 is 58 and 56 respectively.

Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 30D and D600.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 30D having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Nikon D600 will resolve more detail because of its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 30D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 30D vs Nikon D600 Specifications
Canon EOS 30D | Nikon D600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS 30D | Nikon D600 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-04-04 | 2012-11-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 6016 x 4016 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 39 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 326 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 5.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 784 grams (1.73 lb) | 850 grams (1.87 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 59 | 94 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 14.2 |
DXO Low light score | 736 | 2980 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 900 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Launch price | $773 | $1,900 |