Nikon's first affordable full-frame DSLR — 24.3MP with weather sealing, making FF accessible to enthusiasts.
The Nikon D600 was released in 2012 as Nikon's entry-level full-frame DSLR, featuring a 24.3MP FX CMOS sensor, 5.5fps burst, and 1080/30fps video. The D600 is significantly affected by a documented shutter mechanism defect: the shutter shed oil and paint particles onto the sensor, causing dust and oil spots on images typically within the first 3,000 shutter actuations. Nikon issued a free repair program (shutter unit replacement) in February 2014 covering all D600 units.
24.3MP full-frame FX CMOS sensor. 39-point AF (9 cross-type). 5.5fps burst. 1080/30fps video with full manual exposure, external mic and headphone jacks. EN-EL15 battery (~900 shots). Body weight approximately 760g without battery. Dual SD card slots. No weather sealing.
The D600's shutter defect is the most important used-market factor: the original shutter mechanism shed oil droplets and paint particles onto the sensor, visible as recurring spots in images. Nikon's February 2014 free repair program replaced the shutter unit in all D600 bodies — a repaired D600 has the defect-free shutter. Buyers should verify whether the body has been serviced under this program. The D610 (October 2013) is the successor with the corrected shutter.
On the used market the Nikon D600 is affordable as a full-frame Nikon DSLR. Condition checks: shutter unit replacement documentation (critical — verify repair under Nikon's program), EN-EL15 battery health (shared with D7000-D7500, D800-D810 series), dual SD card slot contacts. Compatible with all Nikon F-mount FX and DX lenses.