Upgrade Guide

Nikon D3200→Nikon D600

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Nikon

D3200

£44 used

2012

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D600

£172 used (+£128)

2012

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the D3200. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the D600

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	D3200	D600
Price	£44 used	£172 used
Released	2012	2012
Sensor	24.2MP APS-C CMOS	24.3MP full-frame CMOS
Resolution	24MP	24MP	↑
Video	Full HD 1080p/30, 720p/60	Full HD 1080p/30, 720p/60
Autofocus	11-point phase-detect (1 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view	39-point phase-detect (9 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	4fps	5.5fps	↑
Battery Life	~540 shots (CIPA)	~900 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	505g (with battery)	850g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Optical pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.8x	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.7x
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 921k dots	3.2" fixed LCD, 921k dots
Mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)	Nikon F mount
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Dual SD slots

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