Nikon D600 vs Nikon D700

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon D600 and Nikon D700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and D700 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The D600 was introduced 4 years later than the D700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the D600 matches up versus the D700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D600 & Nikon D700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery & Nikon D700 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D600 has got exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Nikon D700 has dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D600 compared to the D700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D600 and D700 is 56 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D600 and D700.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon D600 to resolve extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger D600 will have an edge in sensor technology.