Canon 5D vs Nikon D600
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Canon 5D vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
- Launched November 2005
- Later Model is Canon 5D MII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Released November 2012
- Older Model is Nikon D300S
- Refreshed by Nikon D610
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Here, we will be looking at the Canon 5D and Nikon D600, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and D600 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 5D was brought out 8 years prior to the D600 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 5D matches up vs the D600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D and Nikon D600. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 5D Gallery and Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Nikon D600
| 5D | D600 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Canon 5D
| D600 | 5D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2012 |  | November 2005 | Fresher by 85 months |
| Screen size | 3.2" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 5D and Nikon D600
| 5D | D600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon 5D vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D has exterior dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Nikon D600 has dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 5D compared to the D600.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D and D600 is 55 and 56 respectively.
Canon 5D vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 5D and D600.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon D600 to provide extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 5D will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 5D vs Nikon D600 Specifications
| Canon EOS 5D | Nikon D600 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 5D | Nikon D600 |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Launched | 2005-11-12 | 2012-11-13 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic II | Expeed 3 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 6016 x 4016 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 39 |
| Cross focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.5 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 895 grams (1.97 lb) | 850 grams (1.87 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 71 | 94 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | 25.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 14.2 |
| DXO Low light score | 1368 | 2980 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 800 photos | 900 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BP-511A | EN-EL15 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
| Card slots | 1 | Dual |
| Price at release | $2,780 | $1,900 |