Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900
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![Nikon Coolpix P600 front Nikon Coolpix P600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P600/Nikon-P600-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P900 front Nikon Coolpix P900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P900/Nikon-P900-front.jpg)
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Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Released February 2014
- Renewed by Nikon P610
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 899g - 140 x 103 x 137mm
- Released March 2015
- Updated by Nikon P1000
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Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon P600 and Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The P600 was launched 12 months prior to the P900 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the P600 grades against the P900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Nikon Coolpix P900. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P600 Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Nikon P900
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Reasons to pick Nikon P900 over the Nikon P600
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Released | March 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Nikon P600 and Nikon P900
P600 | P900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P600 has got outer dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has specifications of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") and a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).
See the Nikon P600 and Nikon P900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the P600 against the P900.
![Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 size comparison Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P600-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P900-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and P900 is 65 and 52 respectively.
![Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 top view buttons comparison Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P600-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P600 and P900.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The older P600 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 sensor size comparison Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P600-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P600-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon P600 vs Nikon P900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P600 | Nikon Coolpix P900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P600 | Nikon Coolpix P900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2015-03-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 24-2000mm (83.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p) 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Yes |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 565 gr (1.25 lb) | 899 gr (1.98 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") | 140 x 103 x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 360 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $750 | $600 |