Nikon Coolpix B600 Detailed Review

In additional Coolpix B600 has a Compact CMOS sensor with size of 6 x 5 mm² (0.24″ x 0.18″).

Also Coolpix B600’s image sensor has an effective resolution of around 16 megapixel. The resolution is somewhat below average but will be sufficient for most purposes. Photos with this resolution can easily be printed to A3 size.

The Nikon does not support recording RAW images. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computeand involves one extra processing step but will almost always result in superior image quality.

The Coolpix B600 does not come with a built-in viewfinder. The camera’s display is used to compose the photo. That can be cumbersome in broad daylight.

The Coolpix B600’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 25s.

The Coolpix B600’s sensitivity goes from 125 ISO und 6400 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The Coolpix B600 supports all general exposure modes.

The Nikon allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The Coolpix B600’s auto focus processor uses 1 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. in low light).

The Nikon doesn’t support manual focussing. That can be an issue if the auto focus has problems with your subject or lighting.

The Coolpix B600 features a built-in flash with a range of up to 7m (23 ft.). That range will work for most situations.

A hotshoe is missing from the Nikon.

The Coolpix B600 features a monitor with a diagonal of 75.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.92 megapixel. That’s about average.

Unfortunately, the Coolpix B600’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies.

The Coolpix B600 does not feature a touch screen.

Display characteristics at a glance:

Coolpix B600 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel.

ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone.

Nikon Coolpix B600 Video parameters:

The Coolpix B600 has Wifi connectivity already built-in. Use Wifi to transfer images to a smartphone or computer and to remote control the camera. With NFC, camera and smartphone can be paired without the need for passwords.

For photo transferring users may use Bluetooth option.

Connect the Nikon to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Nikon supports USB 2.0.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Nikon Coolpix B600 works with a EN-EL12 battery. The battery lifetime is an average 280 shots. That’s on the lower side of things for a full day, consider a spare battery for the Coolpix B600.

The battery can be charged over USB while in camera. Very useful, especially on vacation when most people bring a USB charger for their smartphone anyway.

The Coolpix B600’s battery battery parameters:

The Nikon Coolpix B600’s dimensions are 121.6 x 81.5 x 99.2mm³. (4.8″ x 3.2″ x 3.9″). This includes the lens. The camera’s weight is a reasonable 500 grams (16.1 oz.), lens included.

Here is front and top view of the Coolpix B600:

For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image.