Nikon D5600 vs Nikon Z9
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5600 and Nikon Z9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon D5600 were released 2016 and Nikon Z9 was released 2021. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D5600 | 2016 |
Nikon Z9 | 2021 |
Type of camera
Nikon D5600 is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D5600 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Nikon Z9 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 ** |
Nikon D5600 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z9 | 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 (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon D5600 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z9 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D5600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon Z9 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon Z9 has a 89 % larger resolution than Nikon D5600. 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 D5600. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Nikon D5600 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D5600 | 100-25600 |
Nikon Z9 | 32-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Nikon Z9 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5600 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5600 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5600
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 D5600 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D5600 | 5 |
Nikon Z9 | 30 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D5600 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 188% heavier than Nikon D5600 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D5600 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Nikon Z9 | 1340 gr 2.95 lb |
Nikon D5600 vs Nikon Z9 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5600 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 D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Name | Nikon D5600 | Nikon Z9 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2016-11-10 | 2021-10-28 |
MSRP | 700 USD | 5500 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | Full Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | EXPEED 7 |
Image |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 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 D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch 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 |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 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 D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1037000 | 2088960 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Frames per second | 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 |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5600 |
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 D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express XQD |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth 4.1 LE and NFC |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy) |
Remote Control |
Yes (MC-DC2 (wired), WR-1/WR-R10 (wireless))
|
Yes (Via app) |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS) |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon Z9 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 970 shots | 740 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 149 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 150 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 1340 gram |