Abstract: In late 2015, many (if not most) consumers are likely to shop based on price and capability, rather than according to whether a certain model contains a mirror, or not. We think this is a good thing; with all the increased competition, cameras are improvi...
Published: 2015-06-10, Author: Randy , review by: geekdad.com
Abstract: The new Nikon D5500 boasts an impressive 242 million effective pixels, 39 focus points, and a blah blah blah — OK, look This is a blog about geeky parents, not a photography blog If you came to this article just for technical specs about this camera, let...
High image quality, Compact and feather-light, Lots of options, Part of a large system; many lenses and accessories available, Good price-to-quality ratio
No GPS, No extra protection against dust and water, AF in LiveView is slow
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The Nikon D5500 is an excellent entry-level and enthusiast-on-a-budget DSLR. The camera is not overly intimidating for new users and offers plenty of features to move you along as you learn. The experienced enthusiast will benefit from the impressive feat...
Published: 2015-04-15, Author: Jack , review by: shutterbug.com
The measure of a camera is not its cost or features or even the size of its sensor. A camera is measured by the images it helps you capture and the depth, scope, and quality of these images. The Nikon D5500 let me capture some unusual moments. But is it t...
Published: 2015-04-02, Author: Jeff , review by: dpreview.com
Excellent image quality with wide dynamic range, Compact and light yet wellbuilt body with perfectly designed grip, 3.2" fully articulating LCD ideal for video and tripod use, Touchscreen makes menu navigation and rack focusing easy, Impressive focus trac
Fine detail in JPEGs can get smudged at higher ISOs, Lacks second control dial found on most of competition, Limited buffer memory affects continuous shooting and bracketing when using Raw, No aperture control or Auto ISO in movie mode, No exposure simula
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, ...
Published: 2015-03-27, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Hard-core Nikon fans aren't likely to find too much here to get excited about, especially as the company has traded the touchscreen LCD for the built-in GPS of the D5300. Now D5500 users will have to budget $250 extra for the GP-1 and have it take up the...
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Published: 2015-03-26, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Omits optical low-pass filter. Sharp vari-angle touch display. Solid detail at high ISOs. 5fps continuous shooting. 39-point AF system. Quick startup. 1080p60 video. Integrated Wi-Fi. External mic support.
Smaller body means controls are somewhat cramped. Pentamirror viewfinder. No GPS. Will not autofocus with screw-drive lenses. Limited Wi-Fi remote control. Self-timer deactivates after use. Lacks depth of field preview
The Nikon D5500 D-SLR delivers images that are just as good as the D5300 it replaces, and manages to do so in a smaller body....
