Specifications
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Live view selector makes
switching between still and
movie modes smooth and
intuitive
D-movie
live view
Broadcast quality video at your fingertips
Microphone sensitivity menu Time-lapse photography menuSound level indicator Time-lapse playback display
Cinematic experience with Full HD quality video
Whether you want to record nature, exotic locations or just
the magic moments of daily life, Nikon’s broadcast-quality
D-Movie demonstrates exquisite moving image integrity,
due in part to its 24.3 megapixels and large FX-format
sensor. By using the B frame data compression method,
the D600 can record 1080p Full HD video at 30p in H.264/
MPEG-4 AVC format for up to 29 min. 59 s* of recording
in a single clip. The camera’s intelligent image sensor
reads out movie images at faster rates than ever. Thanks
to EXPEED 3, Nikon’s latest image-processing engine, you
can expect exceptionally smooth gradation, with minimum
block noise and beautifully natural movement rendered
sharp and clear. Your movies will take on a distinctive look
of their own, even when shot in dimly lit locations. Combine
these benets and you’ll begin to realize what new creative
opportunities are possible for photographers and video
enthusiasts alike.
* Total time dependent on frame rate, frame size and movie quality settings.
Multi-area mode Full HD D-Movie
for cinematic freedom
With two formats in one camera, the D600 is designed to
explore a variety of moods and perspectives. The camera
gives you exquisite Full HD image quality in both FX- and
DX-based movie formats. Video enthusiasts will love the
shallow depth of eld that the large FX-based format can
deliver. Action and wildlife shooters can take advantage
of the DX-based format and its telephoto effect for
extra reach when they need it. Combine the
benefits of both formats with an arsenal of
NIKKOR lenses and you can begin
to see what an incredibly
versatile movie-making tool the
D600 truly is.
Comprehensive audio recording control
The D600 is designed for crisp stereo recording with
a built-in external stereo microphone input. Attach the
compact ME-1 Stereo Microphone to record clear sound
while signicantly reducing mechanical noise. An external
headphone connector enables you to effectively monitor
and control audio in isolation. While the sound level
indicator offers visual confirmation of audio level, the
microphone sensitivity can be controlled precisely in 20
incremental steps.
Optimized live view controls for stills or movies
The D600 comes with independent live view controls
that have been designed specifically for both stills and
movie shooting. During still photography shooting, live
view is capable of fast contrast-detect AF, operating at the
same speed as the D4 and D800 series. It also displays
your images with up to approx. 19x magnifying capability
for accurate focus confirmation. When shooting movies,
on the other hand, the camera’s specialized exposure
controls enable smooth exposure transitions for moving
subjects. Use live view mode for a clear and accurate
way to confirm both the image area and the shooting
information so you can
concentrate on the shot.
Time-lapse photography made easy
Creating a time-lapse photography piece once required
elaborate calculations and editing, but not any more. Simply
designate the interval and duration times through the menu
and the D600 does the rest: each series of frames you
shoot will be automatically converted and saved as a movie
file, ready for your review. Whether it’s traffic, passing
clouds or something more creative, the D600 makes it easy
to show slow-moving activity at dramatic speeds*.
View simultaneous live view output on external
monitors and record uncompressed video via HDMI
In addition to the camera’s LCD monitor, the D600 lets you
watch the camera’s output on an external monitor* in real
time using an HDMI connection. And for those who need
the purest video output for professional quality editing, you
can now record uncompressed live view movie footage
directly onto an external storage device via HDMI interface.
Note: Options support both high and normal image quality.
Note: The image here shows two image
area options (aspect ratio 16:9) on an FX-
format image area for viewnder shooting
or live view photography.
Frame size Frame rate
1,920 x 1,080
30p (29.97 fps)
25p (25 fps)
24p (23.976 fps)
Frame size Frame rate
1,280 x 720
60p (59.94 fps)
50p (50 fps)
30p (29.97 fps)
25p (25 fps)
* Replaying rates can be set from 24 times to 36,000 times faster than normal.
Note: Movie les of time-lapse photography will be saved in 16:9 aspect ratio.
* When video is output through HDMI interface simultaneously with SD card
recording, output image through HDMI interface will be smaller than 1,280 x
720.
DX-based format
FX-based format