- 35mm 861.6mm2
- 24.3 megapixels
- ISO 100 - 6400
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Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: | ||
Successor: |
Nikon D610
D600 vs D610 |
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General | ||
Model Number: | X2 | D600 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | Mid-Sized | SLR |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $1995.00 | $2699.95 |
Street Price: | $1,499.00 | $1,899.95 |
Date Available: | 2012-05-10 | 2012-09-18 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
12.2 oz
(345 g)
includes batteries |
47.6 oz
(1,350 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
Size: |
4.9 x
2.7 x
2.0 in. (124 x 69 x 52 mm) |
5.6 x
4.4 x
3.2 in. (141 x 113 x 82 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Sony | |
Effective Megapixels: | 16.2 | 24.3 |
Sensor Format: | APS-C | 35mm |
Sensor size: | 369.72mm2 (23.7mm x 15.6mm) | 861.6mm2 (35.90mm x 24.00mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 4.79 microns | 5.97 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | n/a | 1.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | |
Self-Cleaning: | No | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 94 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 25.1 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 14.2 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 2,980 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
4944 x 3272
(16.2 MP,
Other), 4928 x 3264 (16.1 MP, Other), 4288 x 2856 (12.2 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 2160 (7.1 MP, Other), 2144 x 1424 (3.1 MP, Other), 1632 x 1080 (1.8 MP, Other) |
6016 x 4016
(24.2 MP,
3:2), 4512 x 3008 (13.6 MP, 3:2), 3008 x 2008 (6.0 MP, 3:2), 3936 x 2624 (10.3 MP, 3:2), 2944 x 1968 (5.8 MP, 3:2), 1968 x 1312 (2.6 MP, 3:2) |
Image File Format: | JPEG, .DNG RAW | JPEG (EXIF 2.3), RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 5.0 | 5.4 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | No | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1920x1080 (30p/25p/24p)
1280x720 (60p/50p/30p/25p) |
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Movie File Format: | MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video with Linear PCM audio) | |
Composite Video Out: | No | No |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | n/a | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | n/a | n/a |
HD Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | HDMI |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | n/a | Nikon F |
Lens: | Leica Elmarit 24mm f/2.8 ASPH, 8 elements in 6 groups with 1 aspherical element | Nikkor AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 36mm | 24 - 85mm |
Focal Length (actual): | 24mm | 24 - 85mm |
Zoom Ratio: | 1.00x | 3.54x |
Aperture Range: | f/2.8 - f/16.0 in 1/3EV steps | f/3.5 - f/22 (wide) / f/4.5 - f/29 (tele) |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity |
38 cm to Infinity 15.0 in to Infinity |
Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | n/a | 72.0mm |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | Yes |
Digital Zoom: | No | |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | Contrast Detection: 1-point, 11-point, spot, face detection | 39-point (9 cross type) TTL phase detection with 3D focus tracking via Nikon Multi-CAM 4800FX; Contrast-detect AF in Live View & Movie modes |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | No / LCD | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | Optional optical or EVF. | SLR type; fixed eye-level pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.70x magnification, 20.6mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.70x | |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.70x | |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | No | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 2.7 | 3.2 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,000 dots | 921,000 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | No |
Selfie Screen: | No | No |
Max Playback Zoom: | 16.0x | |
Top Deck Display: | Yes | |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 12500 | 6400 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 100 |
ISO Settings: | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12500 | ISO 100 - 6400, Lo-1 (ISO 50), Hi-1 (ISO 12,800), Hi-2 (ISO 25,600), Auto (adjustable) |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, halogen, daylight, flash, cloudy, shade, electronic flash, 2 manual settings, manual color temperature setting with fine tuning | Auto, seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting, custom |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/2000 - 30 sec | 1/4000 - 30 sec |
Bulb Mode: | No | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | Smart multi-segment metering, center-weighted metering, selective (spot) metering | 2016-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, Spot (1.5%) centered on selected focus area |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | 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), HDR, Active D-Lighting | |
Self Timer: | 2 or 12 seconds | 2/5/10/20 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | Yes | |
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | Yes |
Flash Modes: | Auto, flash exposure correction, red-eye correction, fill-in flash, slow sync, studio, 1st/2nd curtain sync | Front-curtain sync, Slow sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync; built-in flash supports wireless Commander mode |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | 12.0 m / 39.4 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | n/a | Lens aperture dependent |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/200 (up to 1/250 with reduced flash range) | |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot shoe compatible w/ Leica SF 24D / SF 58 | ISO-type Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | Full TTL exposure | |
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | UHS-I | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | Yes |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | .DNG RAW | RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; RAW+JPEG |
Movie File Format: | MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video with Linear PCM audio) | |
Included Memory: | 110.0 MB | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | built-in memory | |
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | Yes |
Headphone Jack: | No | Yes |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: | No | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | No | Yes |
Remote Control: | No | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional wired or wireless | |
Connections (extended): | Type-C Mini HDMI, Accessory Terminal, Stereo Mic Jack, Stereo Headphone Jack | |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.50 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.51 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 36 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | 0.58 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 5.0 | 5.4 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 8 | 28 |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 5.4 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 14 | |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 5.4 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 12 | |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.26 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | 1.54 seconds | |
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | 0.218 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.054 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.30 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.054 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | OVF: Full AF lag, Auto-area Mode = 0.335s LV: Full AF lag, Sigma 70mm = 1.78s Full AF lag, kit lens = 1.54s Prefocused = 0.218s | |
Startup Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 4.0 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 450 shots | |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 900 shots | |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary | Proprietary EN-EL15, optional MB-D14 battery grip |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium-ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL15 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | Adobe Photoshop Lightroom (free download after registration) | Nikon ViewNX 2 CD-ROM |
OS Compatibility: | ||
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | 24.3MP full frame (35.9 x 24mm) CMOS sensor, EXPEED 3 processor, 5.5 fps burst mode, 150K shutter, locking mode dial, dual SD card slots, UHS-1 compliant, uncompressed Full HD 8-bit video streaming via HDMI, stereo mic jack, headphone jack. |