Specifications

Subject tracking
Phase-detection AF
Auto-area AF
3D-tracking
Exposure control
Matrix metering
i-TTL balanced fill-flash
Flicker reduction
Active
D-Lighting
Auto
white
balance
Playback
Playback zoom
of face
Contrast-detect AF
Face-priority AF
Subject-tracking AF
Subject tracking
Subject
identification
Highlight analysis
Light source
identification
Face detection
on image plane
Scene Recognition System for further
metering accuracy
Utilizing the camera’s built-in 2,016-pixel RGB sensor,
Nikon’s Scene Recognition System analyzes each scene’s
brightness and color information, and then uses this
information to further improve accuracy in autofocus, auto
exposure, auto white balance and i-TTL flash metering.
Such accuracy instills a vital dose of condence when using
auto control. This is particularly helpful with autofocus,
where the Scene Recognition System measures subject
identification and tracking information for an enhanced
performance by 3D-tracking and auto-area AF.
Speed that responds to your reflexes
To ensure you catch the right moment,
the D600 shoots up to approx. 5.5
fps in both FX and DX formats —
outstanding speed when you consider
that each image is 24.3 megapixels.
Such speed makes dynamic-area
AF even more effective. The power
switch strategically encircles the
shutter-release button, which means
that once turned on, your finger is
already in position. The camera is ready
to shoot in approx. 0.13 s*, and release
time lag has been minimized to approx.
0.052 s*, close to the Nikon D4’s
approx 0.042 s*. The right-hand
grip has been optimized as well,
complemented by a redesign of the
shutter-release button area for faster
response and less stress to your nger.
* Based on CIPA Guidelines.
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AF capability at f/8 when shooting with a super-telephoto 800mm
AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II +
• Exposure: [A] mode, 1/ 800 second, f/8 • White balance: Auto 1 • Sensitivity: ISO 800
AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III
• Picture Control: Standard ©Florian Schulz
Incredible AF design with compatibility up to f/8
The D600 delivers remarkable AF performance using
39 tightly packed, strategically placed AF points,
which work like a net to find your subject and lock it
into sharp focus. The nine cross-type sensors in the
center give you further accuracy, even when light and
contrast are scarce. If the maximum effective aperture
of your super-telephoto lens gets as slow as f/8 when
attaching a 2.0x teleconverter, you can still count on the
D600’s AF performance with seven active AF points —
a huge benet for sports and wildlife shooters.
Speed and accuracy for fleeting moments
39
aF points
QUICK
RESPONSE
Versatile AF-area modes
Regardless of your photographic passion, the D600 has
AF-area modes optimized to suit your subject matter.
Dynamic-area AF is a powerful tool for tracking moving
subjects using one priority focus point and the supporting
points surrounding it. Switch between 9-point, 21-point
and 39-point coverage, depending on your subject’s size,
speed, and type of movement. The intelligent 3D-tracking
feature allows you more compositional freedom by
continuously following moving subjects that stay within
your 39 AF points. Try single-point AF when you need
pinpoint focus on stationary subjects such as landscapes,
portraits or still lifes. On the other hand, the D600’s
auto-area AF is an ideal choice for candid shooting, as it
automatically detects main subjects.
2,016-pixel RGB sensor
Image sensor
5.5 fps continuous shooting
©Steve Simon
Dynamic-area AF (9-point)
AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4G ED VR +
AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E II
• Exposure: [A] mode, 1/1,250 second, f/5.6 • White balance: Direct sunlight
• Sensitivity: ISO 1000 • Picture Control: Standard
©Florian Schulz
39 AF points:
Compatible with maximum aperture
f/5.6 and faster
33 AF points:
Compatible with maximum aperture
slower than f/5.6 and faster than f/8
7 AF points:
Compatible with maximum aperture f/8
AF capability at f/8
©Steve Simon
AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II + AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III
Available focus points according to aperture
: Perform as cross sensors : Perform as line sensors