Nikon D5500 DSLR Camera

24 Megapixels24 MegapixelsSingle Lens ReflexSingle Lens ReflexHigh ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.High ISO: ISO 6400 or more is available at full-resolution.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveFull 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Manual Controls: Both fully-manual (M) and semi-automatic modes (T and V).Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Night Photography: Reaches shutter-speeds longer than 4 seconds.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Hotshoe: Allows external flash units to be attached.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringAccepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Neocamera detailed reviewNeocamera detailed review

Digital Camera Description

The Nikon D5500 is a Entry-Level DSLR with an APS-C sensor and a Nikon F lens mount. Its 24 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 100-25600 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 100-25600. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in very low-light. With 24 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 25" x 16" at 240 DPI.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/4000 to 30s. Bulb exposures of an unspecified duration are possible with this camera. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/4000, fast action can easily be frozen. Night photography is possible using this digital camera due to its long exposure capability. This camera model offers Full Manual Controls.

The Nikon D5500 features a 39-point Phase-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. A Real-Time Autofocus Tracking System allows focus to follow a moving subject within the frame. Manual Focus is also available.

Nikon D5500
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A single control-dial on this camera makes it easy to use semi-automatic modes by adjusting the current exposure parameter directly This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. Framing on the Nikon D5500 is performed via a medium reflex optical viewfinder with 0.82X magnification and 95% coverage. This magnification is equivalent to 0.52X on a Full-Frame camera.

Model Specifications

BrandNikon ModelD5500
Sensor 24 Megapixels CMOS Sensor Size 24 x 16mm
Anti-Alias Filter No Sensor Aspect 3:2 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization None Dust-ReductionYes
Sensitivity ISO 100 - 25600 Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 30s
Lens MountNikon F No AF-Coupling MountCrop Factor1.5X
Filter DiameterN / A Focus System 39-point Phase-Detect, Assist-lamp *9 Cross-Type AF points. 3D Tracking AF-C. Face-Detect in Live-View.
Viewfinder Type Reflex OVF Viewfinder Size 0.82X - 95% Coverage
Display Attachment Rotating Display Size 1 Megapixels 3.2" LCD 100% Coverage *Touchscreen
Exposure ModesP, A, T, M, B Scene Modes16Autumn, Beach&Snow, Blossom, Candlelight, Child, Close-up, Dusk&Dawn, Food, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Party&Indoor, Pet, Portrait, Sports, Sunset
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing 3 Shots ±1/2 EV
Exposure Compensation ±5 EV, 1/3 or 1/2 EV Flash Compensation -3..+1 EV, 1/3 EV
White Balance Auto, Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning 2 Axis
Continuous Drive 5 FPS, 100 JPEG, 16 RAW *Active D-Lighting Bracketing, 2 shots. Self Timer Yes *2s, 5s, 10s, 20s - 1-9 Shots
Command Dials 1 DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction Yes
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger Infrared, WiFi Eye-Start Sensor Yes
HDR Yes Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer No Multiple Exposure Yes
Image Formats JPEG RAW Flash Ports Hot-Shoe
Built-In Flash YesGuide number 12 in Auto mode, 13 in manual. (GN 12) Flash Sync 1/200s
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 60 FPS 16:9 Sound Input Stereo
Video Format Quicktime H.264 WiFi Yes
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS No
Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Life 820 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2015-01-06 Construction Standard
Size 124 x 97 x 70mm (W x H x D) Weight 420g

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Nikon D5500 Highlights

Nikon D5500
SLR digital camera

Sensor-Size: 24 x 16mm

APS-C Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

24 Megapixels DSLRISO 100-25600
Nikon F Mount
1.5X FLM
Shutter 1/4000-30s
95% Coverage
Medium Viewfinder
Full manual controls, including Manual Focus
Automatic Eye-Start sensorCustom white-balance with 2 axis fine-tuning
Built-in Dust ReductionSpot-Metering
5 FPS Drive, 100 ImagesHot-Shoe
1920x1080 @ 60 FPS Video RecordingStereo audio input
3.2" LCD 1 MegapixelsLithium-Ion Battery
Secure Digital Extended Capacity
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