Canon EOS Kiss X6i vs Nikon D600

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Nikon D600. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS Kiss X6i is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D600 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

These two camera models were both released 2012.

Camera Released
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 2012
Nikon D600 2012

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X6i has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D600 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6
Nikon D600 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier

** 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 (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Canon EOS Kiss X6i has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D600 has 24,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 18 MP
17915904 pixels
5184 x 3456
Nikon D600 24,3 MP
24160256 pixels
6016 x 4016

Nikon D600 has a 35 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X6i. 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

Canon EOS Kiss X6i has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D600. Canon EOS Kiss X6i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D600 has 100 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 100-12800
Nikon D600 100-6400

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 Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D600

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X6i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D600 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 5
Nikon D600 5,5

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Nikon D600 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 D600 weighs 760 gr (equal to 1.68 lb) which is 32% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X6i and its 575 gr (or 1.27 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS Kiss X6i 575 gr
1.27 lb
Nikon D600 760 gr
1.68 lb

Canon EOS Kiss X6i vs Nikon D600 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X6i and Nikon D600, 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
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Name Canon EOS Kiss X6i Nikon D600
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Release Year 2012 2012
Release Date 2012-06-08 2012-09-13
MSRP 849 USD 2099 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm)
Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 5184 x 3456 pixels 6016 x 4016 pixels
Megapixels 18 MP 24,3 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 5 EXPEED 3
Image
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
ISO Range 100 - 12800 100 - 6400
White Balance Presets 6 12
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 9 39
Lens Mount Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 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
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3” 3,2”
Screen dots 1040000 921000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type Clear View II TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) 0.7×
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Frames per second 5 fps 5,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 13 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format Motion JPEG
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No Yes
Wireless Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Yes
Optional with WU-1B mobile adapter
Remote Control Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) Yes (Optional, wired or wireless )
GPS Yes
Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Reciever
Yes
Optional with GP-1
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS Kiss X6i
Nikon D600
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 440 shots 900 shots
Width 133 mm 141 mm
Height 100 mm 113 mm
Depth 79 mm 82 mm
Weight 575 gram 760 gram