Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600
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Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Announced February 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 850g - 141 x 113 x 82mm
- Revealed November 2012
- Old Model is Nikon D300S
- Successor is Nikon D610

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D6 (21MP) and the D600 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).

The D6 was revealed 7 years after the D600 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D600 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the D6 scores vs the D600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D6 and Nikon D600. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D6 Gallery and Nikon D600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Nikon D600
D6 | D600 | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | ![]() | November 2012 | More modern by 89 months |
Screen resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+1438k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D600 over the Nikon D6
D600 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Nikon D600
D6 | D600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D6 enjoys physical measurements of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") and a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) while the Nikon D600 has sizing of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") and a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the D6 compared to the D600.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D6 and D600 is 50 and 56 respectively.

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D6 and D600.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D600 to show extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent D6 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D6 vs Nikon D600 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Nikon D600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D6 | Nikon D600 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2012-11-13 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6016 x 4016 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3280000 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 105 | 39 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 5.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1270 grams (2.80 pounds) | 850 grams (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 141 x 113 x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 94 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2980 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3580 photographs | 900 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Pricing at release | $6,496 | $1,900 |