Canon 6D vs Nikon D600
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Released February 2013
- Newer Model is Canon 6D MII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed November 2012
- Old Model is Nikon D300S
- Replacement is Nikon D610
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon 6D vs Nikon D600, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 6D (20MP) and the D600 (24MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Photography GlossaryThe 6D was announced 4 months after the D600 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 6D grades against the D600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 6D and Nikon D600. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 6D Gallery and Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Nikon D600
6D | D600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Canon 6D
D600 | 6D | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon 6D and Nikon D600
6D | D600 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | November 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 6D comes with physical dimensions of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) whilst the Nikon D600 has sizing of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 6D compared to the D600.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 6D and D600 is 59 and 56 respectively.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 6D and D600.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon D600 to offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.
Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 6D vs Nikon D600 Specifications
Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 6D | Nikon D600 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-02-12 | 2012-11-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6016 x 4016 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 39 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames/s | 5.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 pounds) | 850g (1.87 pounds) |
Dimensions | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | 94 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.1 | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 2340 | 2980 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1090 images | 900 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Retail pricing | $1,699 | $1,900 |