Nikon D600

Full-frame performance in a compact DSLR body

Nikon D600
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1521

Key Features

SENSOR 24.3 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR EXPEED 3 image processor for fast processing
AUTOFOCUS 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors
PHASE DETECTION Multi-CAM 4800FX autofocus sensor module
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 30/25/24 fps
STABILIZATION None (lens-based stabilization required)
BURST RATE 5.5 frames per second continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 100% frame coverage
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 921k-dot fixed LCD monitor
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, HDMI mini, mic/headphone jacks
MEMORY CARD Dual SD card slots (SDHC/SDXC UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy top and rear covers, weather-sealed
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 900 shots per charge (EN-EL15)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D600

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Controlled via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Controlled via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon D600

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Nikon D600 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon D600

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame CMOS
Resolution 24.3 MP
ISO Range 100-6400 (expandable to 50-25600)
Autofocus 39-point AF system
Shutter Speed 1/4000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 5.5 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p)
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism, 0.7x magnification
LCD 3.2-inch fixed, 921k dots
Memory Card Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 900 shots
Weight 850g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 141 x 113 x 82 mm