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Take your photography to another level with the D600.
From true wide-angle to super-telephoto, the 24.3-megapixel FX-format sensor delivers incredibly detailed images across the camera’s broad ISO range.
The autofocus system is as sensitive as Nikon’s flagship D4 D-SLR, offering precise subject acquisition down to -1 EV and compatibility with lenses up to f/8 combined open aperture. If video is your medium, Multi-area Full HD D-Movie offers all the flexibility you need for broadcast quality footage.
Weather-sealed to the same degree as the professional Nikon D800 and surprisingly lightweight, the D600 is the perfect way to capture the full perspective.
24.3-megapixel FX-format (full-frame) CMOS sensor with excellent signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range. Delivers richly detailed images with smooth tonal gradations.
Highly sensitive autofocus with Multi-CAM4800 39-point AF system: delivers fast and precise coverage across the frame. Sensitive down to -1 EV and compatible up to f/8.
ISO 100–6400: extendable up to 25,600 (equivalent) and down to 50 (equivalent). Enables faster shutter speeds for finely detailed images with minimal noise.
Multi-area D-Movie records FX- and DX-format Full HD (1080p) movies in 30p, 25p and 24p. Max recording time approx. 29 minutes 59 seconds. Offers uncompressed HDMI output to external devices and high-fidelity audio control.
EXPEED 3 image processing engine with 14-bit A/D conversion and 16-bit image processing for superb tonal gradation.
HDR (High Dynamic Range): ideal for high-contrast scenes. Takes two shots within a single shutter release to create an image with an extremely wide dynamic range, low noise and rich color gradation.
Active D-Lighting: capture more detail in high-contrast lighting conditions. Nikon’s Active D-Lighting automatically retains the details in both dark and bright areas for stunning images with natural contrast.
Scene Recognition System: the camera’s image sensor and its 2,016-pixel RGB sensor provide precise data to the Scene Recognition System, which optimizes exposure, autofocus and white balance immediately before the shutter is released for sharply defined images.
Time-lapse shooting: use Interval Timer Shooting to trigger the shutter at preset intervals. Use Time Lapse Photography to save images as movie files and view slow action in fast playback, with playback rates from 24 to 36,000 times faster than normal.
Picture Controls customize the look of your stills and videos by fine-tuning parameters such as sharpness, saturation, and hue before capture.
Precision 8-cm (3.2-in.), 921k-dot, VGA LCD monitor with automatic monitor brightness control. Delivers bright, crisp image playback with a wide color reproduction capacity.
High-performance viewfinder with approx. 100% frame coverage and 0.7x magnification. Offers DX Crop Mode with viewfinder marking.
5.5 fps continuous shooting: capture fast-moving action at five-and-a-half frames per second.
Quiet shooting mode: perfect for discreet photography, the sound of the camera’s mirror return mechanism is noticeably reduced.
Mirror balancer: minimizes the bounce of the mirror’s down movement, extending viewing time and allowing more time for AF operation—one reason the D600 achieves AF and focus tracking even during high-speed continuous shooting.
Compact, light and durable: built to withstand severe conditions, the camera boasts magnesium alloy top and rear covers and weighs only 760 g (without battery). Weather-sealed to the same degree as Nikon’s professional D800 SLR, it offers enhanced resistance to moisture and dust.
Dual-axis electronic virtual horizon: you can confirm the camera's position relative to the horizontal plane and its pitch (forward or rear rotation) using the LCD monitor, or the viewfinder.
Twin SD card slots: two SD memory card slots offer enhanced shooting flexibility. Use the second card when the first is full, or record stills on one and movies on another. SDXC and UHS-I compatible.
Wireless transfer: Nikon’s optional WU-1b Mobile Adapter lets you share images directly from the D600 to a smartphone or tablet, or to control the camera remotely via your smart device*.
* Compatible with iOS and Android smart devices. This feature requires use of a dedicated application that can be downloaded for free from Google Play™ and the iTunes Store®.
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| Type | Single-lens reflex digital camera |
| Lens mount | Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) |
| Effective pixels | 24.3 million |
| Image sensor | 35.9 x 24.0 mm CMOS sensor (Nikon FX format) |
| Total pixels | 24.7 million |
| Dust-reduction System | Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required) |
| Image size (pixels) | FX (36 x 24) image area: 6,016 x 4,016 (L) 4,512 x 3,008 (M) 3,008 x 2,008 (S); DX (24 x 16) image area: 3,936 x 2,624 (L) 2,944 x 1,968 (M) 1,968 x 1,312 (S); FX-format photographs taken in movie live view: 6,016 x 3,376 (L) 4,512 x 2,528 (M) 3,008 x 1,688 (S); DX-format photographs in movie live view: 3,936 x 2,224 (L) 2,944 x 1,664 (M) 1,968 x 1,112 (S) |
| File format | NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed or compressed; JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression (Size priority); Optimal quality compression available; NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats |
| Picture Control System | Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls |
| Media | SD (Secure Digital) and UHS-I compliant SDHC and SDXC memory cards |
| Double slot | Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage or for separate storage of copies created using NEF+JPEG; pictures can be copied between cards. |
| File system | DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) 2.3, PictBridge |
| Viewfinder | Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder |
| Frame coverage | FX (36 x 24): Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical; DX (24 x 16): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.7 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1) |
| Eyepoint | 21 mm (-1.0m-1; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) |
| Diopter adjustment | -3 - +1 m-1 |
| Focusing screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed) |
| Reflex mirror | Quick return |
| Depth-of-field preview | Pressing depth-of-field preview button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (other modes) |
| Lens aperture | Instant return, electronically controlled |
| Compatible lenses | Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses (using DX 24 x 16 1.5x image area), AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (A and M modes only). IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses can not be used. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the center 7 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster and the center 33 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/6.8 or faster) |
| Shutter type | Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter |
| Shutter speed | 1/4000 - 30 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb, time (requires optional ML-L3 remote control), X200 |
| Flash sync speed | X=1/200 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 s or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/200 and 1/250 s) |
| Release mode | Single frame, continuous low speed (CL), continuous high speed (CH), quiet shutter-release, self-timer, remote control, mirror up |
| Frame advance rate | 1-5 fps (CL) or 5.5 fps (CH) |
| Self-timer | 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s |
| Remote release modes | Delayed remote, quick-response remote, remote mirror-up |
| Exposure Metering | TTL exposure metering using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor |
| Metering method | Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data; Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame. Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle or average of entire frame); Spot: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used) |
| Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20 °C/68 °F) | Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0-20 EV Spot metering: 2-20 EV |
| Exposure meter coupling | Combined CPU and AI |
| Mode | Auto (auto; auto (flash off)); scene (portrait; landscape; child; sports; close up; night portrait; night landscape; party/indoor; beach/snow; sunset; dusk/dawn; pet portrait; candlelight; blossom; autumn colors; food; silhouette; high key; low key); programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M); U1 (user settings 1); U2 (user settings 2) |
| Exposure compensation | -5 - +5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Exposure bracketing | 2-3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV |
| Flash bracketing | 2-3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV |
| White balance bracketing | 2-3 frames in steps of 1, 2, or 3 |
| ADL bracketing | 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3 frames using preset values for all frames |
| Exposure lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | ISO 100 - 6400 in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 25600 equivalent) above ISO 6400; auto ISO sensitivity control available |
| Active D-Lighting | Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, Off |
| Autofocus | Nikon Multi-CAM 4800 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, 39 focus points (including 9 cross-type sensors; the center 33 points are available at apertures slower than f/5.6 and faster than f/8, while the center 7 focus points are available at f/8), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft 8 in.-9 ft 10 in.) |
| Detection range | -1 - +19 EV (ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) |
| Lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status; Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
| Focus point | Can be selected from 39 or 11 focus points |
| AF-area mode | Single-point AF; 9-, 21-, or 39-point dynamic-area AF, 3D-tracking, auto-area AF |
| Focus lock | Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button |
| Built-in flash | Auto, portrait, child, close up, night portrait, party/indoor, pet portrait: Auto flash with auto pop-up P, S, A, M, food: Manual pop-up with button release |
| Guide Number | Approx. 12/39, 12/39 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) |
| Flash control | TTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering |
| Flash mode | Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, red-eye reduction, slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain with slow sync, rear-curtain sync, off; Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported |
| Flash compensation | -3 - +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Flash-ready indicator | Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output |
| Accessory shoe | ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock |
| Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with built-in flash, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash and SB-600 or SB-R200 as remotes, or SU-800 as commander; built-in flash can serve as master flash in commander mode; Auto FP High-Speed Sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS-compatible flash units except SB-400; Flash Color Information Communication and FV lock supported with all CLS-compatible flash units |
| Sync terminal | AS-15 sync terminal adapter (available separately) |
| White balance | Auto (2 types), incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 4 values can be stored), choose color temperature (2500 K-10000 K), all with fine-tuning |
| Live view modes | Live view photography (still images), movie live view (movies) |
| Live view lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time servo AF (AF-F); Manual focus (M) |
| Live view AF-area mode | Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF |
| Live view autofocus | Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) |
| Movie metering | TTL exposure metering using main image sensor |
| Metering method | Matrix |
| Frame size (pixels) and frame rate | 1,920 x 1,080: 30 p (progressive), 25 p, 24 p; 1,280 x 720: 60 p, 50 p, 30 p, 25 p; Actual frame rates for 60 p, 50 p, 30 p, 25 p, and 24 p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively; options support both high and normal image quality |
| File format | MOV |
| Video compression | H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding |
| Audio recording format | Linear PCM |
| Audio recording device | Built-in monaural or external stereo microphone; sensitivity adjustable |
| Other options | Index marking, time-lapse photography |
| Monitor | 8-cm/3.2-in., approx. 921k-dot (VGA), low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with approx. 170 ° viewing angle, approx. 100% frame coverage, and automatic monitor brightness control using ambient brightness sensor |
| Playback | Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, GPS data display, and auto image rotation |
| USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| HDMI output | Type C mini-pin HDMI connector |
| Accessory terminal | Remote cord: MC-DC2 (available separately); GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately) |
| Audio input | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter; plug-in power supported) |
| Audio output | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter) |
| Supported languages | Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal and Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian |
| Battery | One rechargeable Li-ion EN-EL15 battery |
| Battery pack | Optional MB-D14 multi-power battery pack with one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15 Li-ion battery or six AA alkaline, Ni-MH, or lithium batteries |
| AC adapter | EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately) |
| Tripod socket | 1/4 in. (ISO 1222) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 141 x 113 x 82 mm (5.6 x 4.4 x 3.2 in.) |
| Weight | Approx. 850 g (1 lb 14.0 oz) with battery and memory card but without body cap; approx. 760 g (1 lb 10.8 oz; camera body only) |
| Temperature | 0-40 °C (+32 - 104 °F) |
| Humidity | 85% or less (no condensation) |
| Supplied accessories | EN-EL15 rechargeable Li-ion battery (with terminal cover), MH-25 battery charger, BS-1 accessory shoe cover, DK-21 rubber eyecup, BM-14 monitor cover, BF-1B body cap, DK-5 eyepiece cap, AN-DC8 strap, UC-E15 USB cable, ViewNX 2 CD |
Battery Charger MH-25
Charger for the Nikon EN-EL15 lithium-Ion battery.
Body Cap BF-1B
Can be placed on the camera body when no lens is attached to protect your camera from dust and moisture.
LCD Monitor Cover BM-14
Clear plastic clip-on cover, protects the LCD monitor from accidental damage.
Hot shoe cover BS-1
Fits into the hot shoe of all Nikon SLR cameras and helps to keep out dust and moisture from the hot shoe.
Battery EN-EL15
Compact, high-capacity, rechargeable lithium-Ion battery.
USB Cable UC-E15
USB data cable for specific Nikon cameras.
Strap AN-DC8
Shoulder strap from woven fabric with embroidered Nikon logo.
Eyepiece Cup DK-21
The DK-21 minimizes the amount of stray light that enters the viewfinder and enables more comfortable viewing.
DK-5
When using the self timer or remote release it is recommended to remove the viewfinder eyepiece cup and attach the DK-5 eyepiece cap. This will prevent light entering the viewfinder from affecting the exposure in auto exposure modes.
Magnifying Viewfinder DG-2
Commander Kit R1C1
Unique Wireless Speedlight system kit for fully automatic Close-up photographic exposures. The kit comprises of two SB-R200 Remote units attached to the lens and a SU-800 Commander unit attached to the cameras i-TTL metering system.
Capture NX 2
Powerful, intuitive image-processing software for refining and perfecting your photographs.
Remote Cord MC-DC2
Shutter release cable, activates the shutter release of specific Nikon SLR cameras from a distance.
Camera Control Pro 2
Stand-alone camera control software that allows full remote control of most Nikon digital SLR settings from a computer.
Speedlight SB-910
Powerful and versatile professional i-TTL Speedlight. Part of the Nikon Creative Lighting System
and compatible with Nikon FX- and DX-format SLRs, it offers extensive opportunities for on-camera or wireless flash photography.
Fieldscope Digital SLR Camera Attachment FSA-L1
Turn your Fieldscope into a super-telephoto lens for your Nikon digital SLR.
Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D14
The MB-D14 multi-power battery pack extends autonomous operating time and facilitates more comfortable handling when shooting in portrait mode.
Infrared remote control ML-L3
Wireless remote control, controls the shutter release of specific Nikon D-SLR, Nikon 1 and Nikon COOLPIX cameras cameras from a distance.
Ever-ready Camera Case CF-DC5
Use the CF-DC5 semi-soft Ever-ready camera case to protect your camera during travel.
WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter
The WU-1b Wireless Mobile Adapter is a USB dongle that lets you establish a wireless connection between specific Nikon digital cameras and a smart mobile device. You can use the adapter to transfer photos and movies directly to a smartphone or tablet, or to control your camera remotely via your smart device.
DK-20
Eyepiece shield made from comfortable soft rubber. Minimizes the amount of stray light that enters the viewfinder.
Eyepiece Adapter Cup DK-22
The Eyepiece Adapter Cup DK-22 is an adapter for viewfinder accessories that connect to round viewfinder oculars.
Right-angle Viewfinder DR-6
Speedlight SB-700
Versatile, easy-to-use i-TTL Speedlight, compatible with Nikon FX and DX format SLRs, and the Nikon Creative Lighting System. Boasts a range of advanced functions in a compact body.
ME-1 Microphone
Dedicated stereo microphone designed to expand the sound recording capabilities of compatible Nikon cameras.
Speedlight SB-400
Ideal for entry-level users, the new SB-400 is a compact and lightweight Speedlight that is perfect for enhanced twilight shots or for adding impact to daylight images.
Body Cap BF-1A
GPS UNit GP-1
Global Positioning System, attaches to specific Nikon cameras and records the exact location of the camera when a picture is taken.
AC Adapter Connector EP-5B
Power connector for use with specific Nikon cameras.
Fieldscope Digital SLR Camera Attachment FSA-L2
Digiscoping adapter with zoom function. Lets you capture super-telephoto images using specific combinations of Nikon Fieldscopes and Nikon digital SLR cameras.
TTL Sync Cord SC-28
TTL Multi-Flash Sync Cord that can be easily clicked onto the camera and the external flash.
TTL Sync Cord SC-29
