Sony FX30 vs Nikon D600
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony FX30 and Nikon D600. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony FX30 is manufacturered by Sony but Nikon D600 is from Nikon. Both Sony and Nikon are well known brands though.
Sony FX30 were released 2022 and Nikon D600 was released 2012. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony FX30 | 2022 |
Nikon D600 | 2012 |
Type of camera
Sony FX30 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D600 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony FX30 has a "Sony 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 ** |
Sony FX30 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
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 (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Sony FX30 has a 26 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 |
Sony FX30 |
26 MP
25560576 pixels 6192 x 4128 |
Nikon D600 |
24,3 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Sony FX30 has a 6 % 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
Sony FX30 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D600. Sony FX30 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Nikon D600 has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony FX30 | 100-32000 |
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 Sony FX30
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. Sony FX30 can shoot up to 1 pictures per seconds and Nikon D600 can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony FX30 | 1 |
Nikon D600 | 5,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon D600. Sadly, the Sony FX30 does not support this.
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 18% heavier than Sony FX30 and its 646 gr (or 1.42 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony FX30 | 646 gr 1.42 lb |
Nikon D600 | 760 gr 1.68 lb |
Sony FX30 vs Nikon D600 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony FX30 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 |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Name | Sony FX30 | Nikon D600 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Release Year | 2022 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2022-09-28 | 2012-09-13 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 2099 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6192 x 4128 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 24,3 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ XR | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 6400 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 5.5 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 759 | 39 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (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 |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | N/A | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Frames per second | 1 fps | 5,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Partial Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | N/A | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) |
Yes Optional with WU-1B mobile adapter |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless ) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony FX30 |
Nikon D600 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FZ100
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 570 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 78 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 130 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 646 gram | 760 gram |