We go hands-on with the new Nikon Coolpix P600 - the new ultra zoom camera with a 60x optical zoom. Updated with sample photos.
| Nikon Coolpix P600 in Compact Cameras
We have a hands-on look at the Nikon Coolpix P600, with an impressive 60x optical zoom lens equivalent to 24-1440mm in 35mm terms, the camera features built in Wi-Fi, a 3inch vari-angle screen, and built in electronic viewfinder (EVF).
Key Features
- 16 megapixel backlit CMOS sensor
- 60x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 24-1440mm
- Vibration Reduction (optical VR)
- 3inch vari-angle screen
- Electronic ViewFinder
- FullHD video with stereo sound
- 1cm macro mode
- ISO100 to ISO6400
- 7fps continuous shooting
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- 330 shot battery life

Using the full 60x optical zoom on the Nikon Coolpix P600, we were able to get a photo of the butterfly on the screen, and despite hand-holding the camera we were able to get a sharp shot.

Updated 26/03/2014: We have taken sample photos with a production version of the Nikon Coolpix P600, which can be seen below:
Nikon Coolpix P600 ISO test images
Nikon Coolpix P600 White-balance test images
Nikon Coolpix P600 Hands-On Photos of Equipment
Nikon Coolpix P600 Specifications
Manufacturer | Nikon | |
Lens | ||
Max Aperture | f/3.3 - f/6.5 | |
35mm equivalent | 24mm - 1440mm | |
Optical Zoom | 60x | |
Image Sensor | ||
Pixels | 16Mp (Megapixels) | |
Pixels (W) | 4608 | |
Pixels (H) | 3456 | |
Sensor Type | Back-lit CMOS (B.S.I.) | |
Sensor Size | 1/2.3inch | |
Sensor Size (width) | No Data | |
Sensor Size (height) | No Data | |
Aspect Ratio |
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LCD Monitor | ||
LCD Monitor | 3in | |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | |
Touch Screen | No | |
Focusing | ||
Min Focus | 1cm | |
Focusing modes |
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Exposure Control | ||
Shutter speeds shortest | 1/4000sec | |
Shutter speeds longest | 15sec | |
Bulb mode | No Data | |
Exp modes |
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Metering |
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ISO sensitivity | 100 - 6400 | |
White balance |
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Exposure Comp | +/-2 | |
Shooting Options | ||
Continuous shooting | 7fps | |
Video | ||
Movie mode | Yes | |
Video Resolution |
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Video FPS | 30p, 25p | |
Stereo Sound | Yes | |
Optical Zoom with Video | Yes | |
Other Features | ||
Image Stabilisation | Yes | |
Interface | ||
HDMI | Yes | |
USB | USB 2 | |
Wi-Fi | Yes | |
Storage | ||
Card Type |
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File Type |
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Power Source | ||
Battery Type | Lithium-Ion | |
Battery Life (CIPA rating) | 330shots | |
Box Contents | ||
Box Contents | Camera Strap, Lens Cap LC-CP29 (with cord), Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL23, Charging AC Adapter EH-71P, USB Cable UC-E21 | |
Dimensions | ||
Weight | 565g | |
Width | 125mm | |
Height | 85mm | |
Depth | 106.5mm |
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