Canon 550D vs Nikon D600

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 550D versus Nikon D600, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and D600 (24MP) and the 550D (APS-C) and D600 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The 550D was unveiled 3 years earlier than the D600 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 550D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D600 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 550D matches up against the D600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 550D & Nikon D600. The full galleries are available at Canon 550D Gallery & Nikon D600 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 550D enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Nikon D600 has dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 550D versus Nikon D600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 550D versus the D600.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 550D and D600 is 70 and 56 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550D and D600.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 550D using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon D600 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 550D will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.