Nikon D5500
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The Nikon D5500 is a midrange DX-format that sports a 24MP CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter (OLPF) and the company's latest EXPEED 4 processor. This combination offers an ISO range of 100-25600 and 5 fps burst shooting, while the 39-point AF system can track subjects in '3D'. Other features include a fully articulating 3.2" touchscreen LCD with 1.04M dots, 1080/60p video, and a new 'flat' picture mode designed for post-production. The body is one of Nikon's most compact and weighs just 14.8 oz (420 g).
Body type | Compact SLR |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
Sensor size | APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor type | CMOS |
ISO | Auto, 100 - 25600 |
Lens mount | Nikon F |
Focal length mult. | 1.5× |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2″ |
Screen dots | 1,037,000 |
Min shutter speed | 30 sec |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
Weight (inc. batteries) | 420 g (0.93 lb / 14.82 oz) |
Dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70 mm (4.88 x 3.82 x 2.76″) |
GPS | None |
The D5500 is a compact, lightweight, and very competent DSLR. Its image quality is impressive, feature set is broad, and performance is strong. It's not great for continuous Raw shooting and the lack of a second control dial may put off some enthusiasts, but overall the D5500 is well worth considering.
Good for: Anyone seeking a lightweight, portable DSLR that can serve both point-and-shoot and advanced users. Videophiles who will appreciate a touch LCD and broad feature set.
Not so good for: Those who frequently shoot bursts of Raw images, want full control from their smartphone, or prefer twin dial operation.
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