Nikon D6

The ultimate flagship DSLR for professional sports

Nikon D6
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 18
Durability 20
Price 8
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1621

Key Features

SENSOR 20.8MP Full-frame CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR EXPEED 6 image processor for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS 105-point all cross-type AF system with subject tracking
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated AF sensor module with -4.5 EV sensitivity
VIDEO 4K UHD at 30p, 10-bit HDMI output
STABILIZATION None (lens-based stabilization only)
BURST RATE 14 fps with full AF/AE tracking, 10.5 fps in Live View
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.72x magnification
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 2.36m-dot touchscreen, fixed
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 1000BASE-T Ethernet, USB 3.1, HDMI, Mic/Headphone
MEMORY CARD Dual CFexpress Type B / XQD slots
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body, extensive weather and dust sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 3,580 shots per charge (EN-EL18c)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D6

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Uses Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited 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 D6

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Nikon D6 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 D6

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame CMOS
Resolution 20.8 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-102,400 (expandable to 3,280,000)
Autofocus 105-point phase detection
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 14 fps
Video 4K UHD 30p
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 3.2-inch fixed touchscreen
Memory Card Dual CFexpress Type B
Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB-C
Battery Life 3,580 shots
Weight 1450g
Dimensions 160 x 163 x 92 mm