Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600
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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Launched November 2016
- Earlier Model is Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed November 2012
- Superseded the Nikon D300S
- New Model is Nikon D610

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D600, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the D5600 (24MP) and the D600 (24MP) is fairly similar but the D5600 (APS-C) and D600 (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

The D5600 was brought out 4 years after the D600 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D600 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D5600 matches up versus the D600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5600 & Nikon D600. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5600 Gallery & Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Nikon D600
D5600 | D600 | |||
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Revealed | November 2016 | ![]() | November 2012 | More modern by 49 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Nikon D5600
D600 | D5600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Nikon D600
D5600 | D600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Same display measurements |
Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D5600 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and 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).
Compare the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the D5600 and the D600.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D5600 and D600 is 70 and 56 respectively.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5600 and D600.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The D5600 includes the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The younger D5600 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D600 Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Nikon D600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D5600 | Nikon D600 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-11-10 | 2012-11-13 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4 | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6016 x 4016 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 39 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 5.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 465 grams (1.03 pounds) | 850 grams (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 84 | 94 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 1306 | 2980 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 photographs | 900 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Cost at launch | $597 | $1,900 |