Nikon D600 vs Nikon Z9

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D600 and Nikon Z9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.

Type of camera

Nikon D600 is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Nikon FX") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Nikon D600 has a 24,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z9 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon Z9 has a 88 % larger resolution than Nikon D600. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Nikon Z9 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D600. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Nikon D600 has 100 to 6400.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D600
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z9

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D600 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Nikon D600 and Nikon Z9 can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Nikon Z9 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 76% heavier than Nikon D600 and its 760 gr (or 1.68 lb).

Nikon D600 vs Nikon Z9 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D600 and Nikon Z9, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Name	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Manufacturer	Nikon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Release Year	2012	2021
Release Date	2012-09-13	2021-10-28
MSRP	2099 USD	5500 USD
Buy it today
Camera Type	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Camera Type	DSLR	Mirrorless
Sensor	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Sensor Size	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	Full Stacked CMOS
Resolution	6016 x 4016 pixels	8256 x 5504 pixels
Megapixels	24,3 MP	46 MP
Image Processor	EXPEED 3	EXPEED 7
Image	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
ISO Range	100 - 6400	32 - 102400
White Balance Presets	12	9
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	Yes (Sensor Shift (Synchro VR with selected lenses))
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	6 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW
Optics & Focus	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	39	493
Lens Mount	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses	Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm	FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm
Screen & Viewfinder	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Tilting
Screen size	3,2”	3.2”
Screen dots	921000	2088960
Touch screen	No	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism)	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.7×	0.8x
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	3686400
Photography features	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Frames per second	5,5 fps	30 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	900 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/32000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	No
Built-in Flash Range	12 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	H.264 H.265
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash Express XQD
Connectivity	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	Yes	Yes
Wireless	Yes Optional with WU-1B mobile adapter	Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy)
Remote Control	Yes (Optional, wired or wireless )	Yes (Via app)
GPS	Yes Optional with GP-1	Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS)
Body & Dimensions	Nikon D600	Nikon Z9
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger	EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
Battery Life (CIPA)	900 shots	740 shots
Width	141 mm	149 mm
Height	113 mm	150 mm
Depth	82 mm	91 mm
Weight	760 gram	1340 gram