Hands-On Review: Nikon | D5500

[@nads205]

Incredible review. Possibly one of the best product reviews I have ever seen. Period. Many thanks.

[@sibyjoseph1810]

One of the best reviews for Nikon D5500 on you tube , great presentation ...appreciate . i have owned D5500 ,18-55 kit ,nikor 35 f1.8 prime

[@cavalrycome]

4:38 "Nikon has begun delivering cameras with sensors that have no optical low-pass filter" Yes, including the D5300, the predecessor of the D5500. You need a very good lens to tell the difference though. 7:24 "Another wow feature is the built-in wi-fi" The D5300 had built-in wi-fi too, and you could get it on the D5200 by plugging in a cheap wi-fi accessory dongle. In both cases, you could control the camera remotely from a tablet or smartphone in exactly the same way as you've shown here, including the touch focus functionality, etc. 9:55 "I was surprised to learn that the D5500 has a built-in intervalometer." You shouldn't be. All of the D5X00 series cameras have had intervalometers too. The only features that appear to be new on the D5500 are the touch screen and the flat video profile. Both are very welcome additions in my opinion, but it's a bit misleading to focus on all those other features without pointing out that you can get them on the D5300, which was released only a year and a half ago.

[@KocaMetallec]

ha-ha you pwned this review / commercial :D

[@wolfpack2545]

I feel sorry for nikon they really trying to make similar body to the beast Canon 70d and they will not get that level easily, for now R I P nikon

[@arjhonc]

I just bought nikon D5500 as my first DSLR camera. So far i am so satisfied with this camera of choice. But i had a little regret on my lens kit i choose. I bought the double zoom kit 18-55 mm vrII and 55-300mm vr. I have no any knowledge yet when it comes in camera lenses. I think it is much better to choose the camera lens used on this video . I should have choose this one . What do you think?

[@Glenners]

At 8:10 they mention how the screen stays on and is distracting when you look through the viewfinder but they have an auto sensor built in now. On my D5100 I have it set to "auto info display: off" in the setup menu; so after my image review times out the screen goes dark. The screen also remains off if I focus on a subject but then choose not to take a picture and release the button.

[@Hutchoo0]

Low weight means a lot! After lugging around several pounds of gear for years - this is amazing. The functionality is awesome - beyond "entry level". The quality of photos is stunning. Save your $ from a much bigger full frame body and buy a good DX lens. Touch screen makes knobs and buttons seem ancient but the basic controls for shooting are there. There is no accelerometer like a phone so the image orientation locks, but that is easily changed. Great viewfinder too with a decent diopter and shooting display so you don't have to check the screen. Thrilling to use!

[@TheLegendkiller83007]

Just bought this Nikon D5500 camera also bought the 200mm lens I want to start doing some high end mountain pics out here in N.C just so beautiful out here its truly majestic in the fall ,just now starting up the camera so cant tell a true review will update soon as I can cheers .

[@frank1fm634]

I always like B&H tutorials.

[@wesamsaka2437]

Really a great camera that takes amazing images if you know what you are doing. You can even use it for professional or serious photography ( unless you are worried about being labeled as a beginner 🙄)

[@anmoltengalkar5380]

I bought the D5500 a month ago, its my first DSLR and I was very happy with it.... Buuut, on the 6th day of use, the 18-140 lens' zoom ring got stiff [by stiff I mean little harder then it previously was...I could use just my 2 fingers to rotate but not now] so I went to the dealer and told him about the lens, he said 'I don't feel any difference', long story short: After a week I pressurized him to send the lens to repair centre, he finally did. Got a call from the centre asking problem, he checks and says "it's okay", I told "my 70-300 is now feeling more smooth", he replied "you shouldn't compare this with 105 or other, its just how its mechanism works", I asked if he could do anything to smooth-en it up lil bit, he said "I'll see what I can do". A week passed by and I dont have the cam, let's just hope the guy did some magic. If I get the lens as it was I'd be really dissapointed *_*' BTW, it's 'knee-con' not 'naay-con' :]

[@littleacrobatjesse3459]

This is my first dslr kit with 18-140mm i bought a month ago and it is AWESOME!!!!

[@mustafaahmedsumon2589]

+Jonard Natanauan what was the total price?

[@BandH]

+Chris Chiera The D7200 will have the more advanced autofocus system, has the better build, is a faster camera all around. It also has two memory card slots, along with an external microphone jack, and features that make it easier to shoot in manual mode. These would all be significant differences between the cameras. That being said, the D7200 would also have the better overall image quality (especially in terms of color depth and dynamic range). That isn't the D5500 isn't a great camera: it?s simply an introductory DSLR while the D7200 is a more advanced/higher end option. Though, both are capable of capturing great images in real life shooting situations. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@Kuson2]

Do you happen to know how the D7200 manages slightly higher dynamic range and color depth while having the same image sensor as the D5500?

[@Digmen1]

Of course the D7200 (D7500) is a better camera, but its over twice as dear. A D850 would be even better buts 4 times dearer! We are not all rich or professionals.

[@davidodonovan4982]

The D7200 doesn't offer a variable touch screen which Is a great feature on the D5500.

[@ohad8753]

I love this camera sm hoping to buy it soon

[@alexiology]

great insights on the d5500.

[@AlexS-oj8qf]

I bought this in 2015 and it sat forgotten until now 🤣 Learning how to use it.

[@BenjaminKraft_]

What tripod was the d5500 on in the filming of the kid on the bike?

[@AlanSturgess]

Thoroughly excellent review and demo. Very helpful. I'm hoping you have also uploaded a hands-on for the Canon 760D as that's the other camera on my shortlist.

[@GPTVIBHU]

One of the very Best camera reviews out there on youtube !! Convinced me to get the 70D over the D7100 Great work 👍

[@wolfpack2545]

Yes man canon 70d is fan bloody tastic 👍

[@GPTVIBHU]

:)

[@marcusbrown2640]

+Wolf Pack ive seen all your fanboy comments lol nikon 5500 is better. the only real difference is weather sealed fps and shutter speed, nikon takes the better quality image. snapsort.com/compare/Canon-EOS-70D-vs-Nikon-D5500/detailed

[@DailyDealDashYT]

Awesome video. I just got this camera and am exited to start using it. Thanks for the great vid!

[@DOCWHOK9]

Hey great review, TY. I'm really stuck between the P900 & D5500. My main usage at present is photographing bird-life from a kayak and on foot. I can see the speed benefits of the P900 and the zoom is to die for. But I like the menu system, touch screen and better quality images of the D5500. I'm no professional but quality images are important. I'm leaning toward the P900, but I'll always want that DSLR too. A camera in between would be perfect, as well as some water/dust proofing.

[@ThompterSHunson]

Yeah, i heard you on the intro. It's not cheap though for "entry dslr" at 700-800+

[@Ssansritimmishrra]

Best review of the camera till date!!❤️

[@rounakdas2797]

I want to buy a DSLR now. I can afford D5500 right now but on seeing the D7200 features, I was fascinated. Should I save and buy D7200 or go with D5500. I am a landscape/architectural photographer. It will be my last APS-C camera before I move to full frame, that's why I am confused in choosing between this two. I want the best. Is Nikon D5500 worth the compromise of not having Nikon D7200? Please help me. Thank you in advance.

[@RadicalEarth]

Nice review, thank you. Cash almost saved up for a new D5500, looking like July. Cheers

[@Axiomadb]

it is good to shoot videos for youtube?

[@BandH]

+minhajul islam mithun Hello, Compared to the now Discontinued Canon 7D, the D5500 will outperform it in almost ever facet. If comparing to the current 7D Mark II, the 7D Mark II is higher level of camera. Twice as fast, with a more advanced autofocus system and is ideal for video with used in combination with Canon STM lenses. *Andrea

[@nancyPirrelloMusic]

hi, I am new to this camera, but i cannot find how to change the settings so that i can view the subject on the screen rather than the view finder, just like one would on a mobile. can you help

[@minahalmateen2217]

I own canon eos 40D. Iam switching to nikon but Iam stuck between nikon d5500 and d7100 . I basically want a camera for landscape , macro ,potraits and usual family photography.

[@BandH]

If you are already familiar with DSLRs, I would suggest going with the Nikon D7100. Both the D7100 and D5500 are great cameras, though the D5500 is more geared towards someone starting out with a DSLR. The D7100 has the better build, and is weather sealed. It also has the better autofocus system along with some more advanced features. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@ArslanAhmad1]

I have this awesome Dslr....best in its class...best picture quality and soo much compact ...i am proud to be nikon d5500 :)

[@indorirockybhai]

I want to buy Dslr.I am confuse between Canon 700d and Nikon d5500. Can you please suggest me with reason ?

[@BandH]

+Yash Sadawana The Canon 700D(T5i) is older than the D5500 and has been out for some time. You’ll find the Nikon D5500 able to outperform the T5i on many levels. Firstly the D5500 has no optical low-pass filter this combined with the added resolution will help provide sharper and more detailed images. Additionally, the D5500 will have a more expanded autofocus system offering 39 points of autofocus as compared to 9 on the T5i. The more expanded native ISO range of the D5500 will also provide better low light performance and has the added feature of Built-In WiFi which the T5i does not offer. *Andrea

[@jollyroger1064]

*Excellent video Larry, very informative. B&H is always on point. Wonderful company to purchase from btw. As a customer I think B&H's service is the gold standard in the Audio/Video retail industry. The staff at B&H put Sam Ash & Guitar Center to shame*. In any event I'm not just commenting to complement, I need an answer to a question that is important to me... I'm really interested in this camera for video, the only thing holding me back from a purchase is the HDMI output... is it clean HDMI? I'm getting conflicting information. Many sites/people that have reviewed the Nikon D5500 have said it does have clean HDMI. However one review I watched on Vimeo (link included) said the HDMI output is not clean, that the LCD overlays are included in the signal output. Has anyone over at B&H tested it's HDMI output for use with an external recorder like an Atomos Ninja or Black Magic Video Assist??? *I would really appreciate any feed back here!*@.@~* I'm on a tight budget and this camera would be perfect for me if the HDMI output was usable with an external recorder. *Here is some examples of the conflicting info I'm talking about:* Tony says yes at about 3:09> kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpfCkqSbmrZroLs Nice Lady says no at about 3:09> kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5PUeXyfbpp5i6M And even Nikon itself seem to be giving conflicting information: cdn-4.nikon-cdn.com/en_INC/o/xFKjr_r3s2Xw1N_-UjTHd2PQf24/PDF/DSLR_Video_Features_Guide_en.pdf

[@jamilachowdhury7278]

But I noticed noise at 1000 ISO (you noticed noise at 3200 ISO?) But it does takes good quality picture. and I love its swivel LCD display, you can take even selfie with it.

[@DaOizComedyTV]

great review

[@Mimi-ux3vr]

I am looking for a good DSLR for video around $200 if you have any suggestions I would appreciate it

[@jdkphotocom]

If starting from scratch lens wise this would be my D5500 Body Only lens options for me: (These lenses would be in the order of when I would buy them based on needs and price.) Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM A Nikon Tokina AT-X PRO SD 11-16 F2.8 IF DX II Nikon Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lenses I own: Nikon 35mm f/1.8 DX Nikon 18-200mm VR (JAPAN) Tokina 11-16mm AT-X Nikon 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 D Nikon 35-70mm f/2.8 D Cameras I own: Nikon D7000 Nikon N90s Speed light Flash I own: Nikon SB-600 (2-Units)

[@automaticchic]

thanks a lot. very informative.and you go straight to the points.

[@RyanLarsonTV]

With an external microphone do you think that the autofocus motor noise would be less noticeable than the on board mic?

[@chinchumaryjose9638]

Wow. What a good review

[@arnaldocolon8104]

debating between this or the pentax ks2

[@calvinreedjr5874]

B and H Product question, what was the tripod that was used @ 6:53 when the young girl was riding her bike?

[@darrenyoung2025]

I bought this cam the other day and I have never taken a photo in my life. I did a short study about aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. After playing around with a few shots I'm already getting professional looking Silver Jewelry shots however eliminating shadows on a white background will take a lot of practice and money for lighting probably? Shooting with black background eliminated the shadows however some friends say they like the shadows because the Jewelry looks real. The focused shot is amazing. can I get some feed back. What do you guys think? Shadows with an amazing shot or no shadows for Jewelry website. I really have no clue what would make the difference in someone purchasing an item and pulling the trigger. Im thinking no shadows however I see even in this video the Nikon D5500 photo had a shadow and it looked great. Please give your feed back guys. Best Camera I ever used hahaha beside my Samsung Galaxy note 4

[@TCR144]

I've been using D5100 for like probably 3 years, since its a beginners class, I'm looking for a medium class camera, for the last few months I've seen D5500, D7100 and D7200 , but I don't seem to find one that fits my photo shooting enviroment, I've rent a D5300 before and its good, but my friends said that I should not go for D5300, instead they told me to go for the D7000 series, normally I shoot photoes for church activities and wildlife in the jungle so I am kinda lost, don't know what camera should I change to. hope that you would give me some advice. Thx

[@rajendrabag]

Planning to buy Nikon D55oo for Short Film making... kindly let me know the Recording Time Limit on Nikon D5500...

[@JenniferHaftl]

What TRIPOD was used in the video demo? Lovvve the panning ability !!!!

[@BandH]

Jennifer Haftl Fluid Head - Manfrotto 502HD head Tripod Legs - Manfrotto MVT502AM B&H actually sells them in a bundle together - www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=1044490&gclid=CKCM2-OqsMcCFc4XHwod1SgL6A&is=REG&m=Y&Q=&A=details

[@yoink6299]

What would be an upgrade after this camera

[@udaysagar9696]

hi am beginner so which i have to choose between nikon D5500 and canon 70D

[@likh9n]

what should i pick between nikon D7100 & D5500 as a beginner? please help...

[@BandH]

For just a few dollars more the 7100 offers a more sophisticated and accurate focusing system and a Weather-Resistant Magnesium Alloy Body. >Mark

[@likh9n]

thanx :)

[@minhajulislammithun6431]

can u plz tell me which one is best? cannon 7d or nikon D5500 which one i should want to buy?

[@mahnoorfatima5347]

which lens is better for d5500 I want to buy please suggest

[@jasonlam8588]

Hi, I'm choosing between Canon 70D and Nikon D5500 for music videos (classical music), which one would be the better choice? But do I really need an external recorder like Zoom? Im looking to buy the Rode NTG 2 to record Thanks

[@anulearntech]

How does the D5500 compare with the Canon T6s/760D. I've read, the D5500's Live view AF is sluggish, but your review suggests it does okay. Is it because the 18-140 Kit len was use. Many reviewers had used the 18-55 collapsible Kit lens, which is considered pretty average, & supposedly doesn't do justice with the Nikon's Sensor. Maybe the Nikon D5500's Auto focus (especially in the live view) looked more slow & noisy because of the 18-55 kit lens. what are your thoughts about this? Thank.. !! :-)

[@BandH]

+anu l The Nikon D5500 will have the better overall image quality and low light performance compared to the Canon T6s. The T6s will have the better autofocus performance during video/live view. No kit lens will be overly amazing. I do find the Nikon kit lenses to be a bit better than the Canon kit lenses. However, I don't know that the kit lens will have much impact on the autofocus during video for Nikon. Nikon?s AF system, while excellent for stills, uses contrast detection for AF during video. This will never be as accurate or fast as phase detection AF. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@guyanesebai19]

Do you think this would work well in subzero temperatures? I want to capture the northern lights in Finland. Any advice?

[@makeuplover7997]

I'm getting the d5500 with kit lens 18-55mm. Heard that the lens not good, which upgraded lens would you recommend? Need a compact all around lens for portrait, sports, landscape etc.

[@BandH]

If you are looking for something that would have better optical quality, you might look at the Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Zoom Lens for Nikon DSLRs with APS-C Sensors. It would be a great option for a standard zoom to start out with. You could use this for portraits, landscapes, and sports shots that don’t require an overly telephoto lens. *Christina* [e-mail] bhpho.to/1kF9CMz

[@habibazafar4658]

which lens is attached to ur camera

[@goknair]

Great video. Thanks.

[@calebfree4834]

Thanks this videos so helpful

[@treygrimsley5427]

I'm a student that is into photography. I just have a point and shoot right now, and I want to get a DSLR. I want a DSLR for a good price though, and I am looking at the D5300 and the D5500. I don't know if the added features are worth it on the 5500, but l love the touchscreen on my point and shoot. Which should I get?

[@BandH]

+Trey Grimsley The 2 cameras are the same in terms of their features and specifications, with the exception that the D5500 does not include a GPS function as the D5300 does, and as you pointed out the touch screen feature on the D5500 and not the other. Essentially you'd be paying the extra cost for the touchscreen on the D5500. The touchscreen is a nice addition, and if you'll be doing a lot of video recording it is useful to be able to tap on the screen to control the focus point. Otherwise if you wanted to save some money, the D5300 will take just as good images and a lower cost. - Yossi

[@ZEALFILMSMATRIX]

is the size different from the nikon d5200?

[@bigdobba4]

great helpful vid thanks

[@yashwinning]

How does the camera (especially the video) compare to the canon t5i, t6i or the sony a6000? I've heard some people say that the canon's video is simply better, but the D5500 has a flat colour profile and the canon has none, however I'm guessing they meant the canon's codec is better, so I'd rather ask pros about this and get a better answer. I admit however that I'm a bit biased towards the the sony a6000 but the lack of a microphone input and touch screen really kills it for me, and the sony a6300 is just above my budget :/

[@1RungAtATime]

+The Dead Immortal The auto focus for video on the d5500 kind of sucks because it constantly hunts to keep the object in focus. Plus, you can hear the focus motor while it's doing it, as you can hear in this video. The Canons seem to have a much better continuous focus system for videos. From the research I did before settling on it, the consensus is the Canons are better at videos and the Nikons are better at photos.

[@BandH]

+The Dead Immortal - While I am a Nikon shooter myself, I would likely go with the T6i if video is your main use for the camera. The Nikon DSLRs use contrast detection AF for video, which won’t be nearly as fast or accurate as the phase detection AF during video in the Sony a6000 and Canon T6i. The a6000 is an amazing camera, but you will have more accessory options with the T6i. So, if you are on a budget, I think it would be easier to get a simple rig together around the T6i. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@yashwinning]

B and H I don't really care about a fast focusing system for video, since manual focus is really the way to go for video, and I won't be shooting fast subjects, but what I do want is a good video codec/format that I'll be able to edit really well and color grade (since I wanna get into that), and the D5500's flat profile to me offers an advantage over the t6i. But do you know anything about magic lantern on the t5i unlocking better (and gradable) video?

[@ChicagoBandHead]

Do movies record to MP4 or MOV on the D5500?

[@BandH]

ChicagoMarchingBands The D5500 records into a MOV file using H.264/MPEG-4 compression. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@vokso11]

B and H What is the best value DSLR between the D610 and the D7200 since the prices are almost the same ? Need to upgrade.

[@wolfpack2545]

Sir you if you have Nikon bodies and you wanna upgrade so the 7100 it's very good camera it's 98% identical to the new 7200 , it's the same story it's happened before with canon it's the 7d and 70d it's very similar ,,, or if you have canon bodies you will find the 70d very good camera and it's beast in focus for stills and videos

[@bluegas]

Totally different cameras: one has full frame (better image quality) 7200 is a crop sensor (less quality than a full frame). If you have already lenses, make sure you don't need to buy new ones to get the full potencial of a full frame camera, otherwise it will increase ur upgrade costs.

[@marilyndamian28]

would you please help me to fix the noise it makes when focusing. I just bought this camera. I'm a beginner and have no idea what to do

[@NGB-1]

Marilyn Damian need to buy AF-P lenses.....the lenses u r using r AF-S lenses....NIKOR AF-P lenses comes with pulse motor inside it which help it to focus smoothly n silently....

[@gbudavid]

Will my D5100 lenses fit?

[@knightangel041085]

i just bought d5500 with 18-55mm kit lens,and im very impress with the quality of the camera itself but im not satisfied with the lens ...im planing to buy another lens for better performance of the camera.which is better 55-200mm vr II or 55-300mm vr?...pls help...

[@BandH]

+knightangel041085 Both the 55-200mm VR II and the 55-300mm lens are good quality optics. Both are telephoto zooms suitable for subjects that are further away. The 55-300mm lens would be a better choice if you are constantly going to be working at taking pics of subjects that are far away, such as wildlife or sporting events for instance. Between the two that would be my choice as the more versatile option to use with the camera. - Yossi

[@christianmulenga2436]

Hey I have a problem with my Nikon D5500, when i take pictures they come out all black. Kindly advice?

[@BandH]

We’re sorry to hear that you’re having trouble. It's possible that there wasn't enough light to make the proper exposure, which will result in a black frame. If you haven't done so already, you may want to try the manual exposure setting on the camera.

[@AbyssalTentacle]

Does the body feel too plastic like? i know the body is made from carbon fiber reinforced plastic , but does it feel....hollow/cheap? im really fond of the way Canon's dslrs feel with their materials

[@BandH]

+AbyssalTentacle No, not at all. The D5500 is a well designed and constructed camera, and it does not inspire a feeling of cheap quality when holding it. I find it to be on par with the feeling of holding a Canon and other well constructed models. - Yossi

[@IgorLazikj]

I purchased my first DSLR (Nikon D5500), but am little bit worried that the aperture cannot be changed in live view while recording a video. Does this have impact in shooting everyday videos or it is something that DSLR videographs don't change often?

[@BandH]

+Igor Lazikj For this type of camera system and their lenses, not being able to adjust the aperture whilst shooting is common due to the fact that the change in the aperture would be very noticeable and would not be visually pleasing to make the transition during the recording. If you need to make an adjustment to the aperture simply end the shot, reset the lens, and continue filming. Its only really when you get into your higher end cinema type cameras and lenses where the lenses have a seamless ability to make an aperture adjustment that is not identifiably noticeable during recording. Bottom line is you don't really need to worry about it having a negative impact on your recording. - Yossi

[@majdfayad5653]

Nice review! So you're telling me that if i have to capture photos in raw i have to add that thing?or i won't have the ability to capture in raw?

[@BandH]

Majd Fayad You don't need any additional accessories in order to shoot RAW with the D5500. Though, you will need some sort of software that can recognize and/or convert the D5500 RAW files in order to open them up in your computer and work on them. If you are using adobe software, Camera Raw 8.8 is now available, which is compatible with the Nikon D5500 RAW files. Otherwise, you can use the Nikon View NX2 Software that is included with the D5500 to view/process/convert the RAW files. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@pratikpatadia6065]

hello, I want to buy new dslr,i have two option 1)nikon d5500 2)canon t6s. which one is better and why? i loved to take photos of nature,sun,moon,wildlife,architecture.

[@BandH]

+pratik soni - The two cameras have virtually the same specifications and features. They both offer the same pixel count and ISO ranges as well as the same HD Video resolution and burst rates. The one advantage the Nikon has is a greater amount of focus points which will help with active subjects and tracking their movement. That and currently the Nikon is priced considerably lower than the Canon would be my reasons for choosing it over the Canon. - Yossi

[@pratikpatadia6065]

+B and H thank you very much for priceless guidance....

[@BandH]

+pratik soni You're welcome!

[@Kamla.simdif]

Canon 750D or Nikon D5500...? Which one is better ...???I want to buy but I'm confused b/w them

[@sheelamahendran6905]

D5500

[@mukeshghimire1dharmikmanch]

how long video can we record???

[@guitarstalkandtech9085]

धार्मिक मन्च mukesh ghimire 20 min on 32gb card. I have the camera and card.

[@ILLUMINATIONS94]

Does the D5500 have "exposure smoothing" for the time lapses just like the D7200?

[@BandH]

Yes, the D5500 also features Exposure Smoothing during time lapse recording modes. - Yossi

[@sadasidha08]

Which one would you recommend between D7100 and D5500? BTW Nice review! Thumbs Up.

[@BandH]

Which camera to go with would depend on what you are looking for in a camera. The D7100 has the better build, is faster, has the better AF system, and has two card slots instead of just one. The D5500 is the more user friendly option of the two. It’s also a newer camera, with newer sensor tech, and has the slightest edge in terms of low light performance and dynamic range. If you have any specific questions about the cameras, you might send us an email. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@sadasidha08]

I am new to dslr photography actually this would be my first dslr. What I want is a camera to capture my outdoor trips as well as some day to day snaps. Can d7100 being an old model create any issue? Or the newer sensors in D5500 would create any significant difference? Thanks in advance.

[@BandH]

The D7100 would have a few advantages including a more expansive auto focus system making continuous focus faster and more accurate. The faster frame per second rate as well as the more robust body build would position this for more active use sports/events and would not have any kind of Nikon AF lens limitations. Though that may not necessarily all be needed. For more causal, family type usage the D5500 would be more than suitable. *Andrea

[@craiglundin8301]

Would this be a good camera for a beginner that is into astrophotography? And staying under $800. Any help would be appreciated.

[@BandH]

If you do not currently have any lenses or any brand preference, I would recommend the Nikon D5600 DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens, B&H # NID56001855, for your usage needs. It would have the best low-light performance, widest dynamic range, and most color depth of all cameras in its price range. The lens included may not be the best for astrophotography, but you may either purchase a new lens, or if you own a telescope, you may purchase a T-mount adapter or other adapter to connect the DSLR to your telescope for your usage needs. The Nikon D5500 is the older version of this camera, so if you want a more economical option, the Nikon D5500 DSLR camera will still be a good option for your usage needs.

[@wasimjaan3300]

that was true review...thanks

[@ThuyNguyen-xd6nt]

How many dola?

[@reliableindian421]

useful video.

[@nabingautam7072]

which one do you think is better. canon t6s or nikon d52oo or nikon d53oo

[@BandH]

+Nabin Gautam - Of the 3 models the Nikon D5300 would be my selection. It has the best combination of features and abilities of the 3 models you've inquired about here. - Yossi

[@problemslayer3538]

Wonder how this compares to the Sony A65

[@BandH]

+T-75 Proto - Personally I would opt for the Nikon D5500 over the Sony A65. The D5500 features a better AF engine and many more AF points for more accurate focusing, it features a higher ISO which will allow it to perform better in low light. Plus it features Wi-Fi to transmit images and control certain features on the camera remotely. The touch-LCD screen also allows for more precise focusing when recording video. The one feature the A65 has over the D5500 is its burst rate for continuous still shooting. It can shoot at up to 10 frames per second, vs 5fps in the D5500. If you were going to be shooting sports for instance, the A65 would be the better choice. Overall I'd go with the D5500 personally. - Yossi

[@syedfakharalishahkazmi3906]

what is different between D5300 and D5500

[@wesamsaka2437]

Lighter and really smoother. I like the shooter button better on the d5500. Both are good camera though

[@shubhamtrivedi5554]

what lenses you recommend with Nikon 5600 18-140 or 18-55 & 70-300 af-p??

[@BandH]

Depends on what you are shooting, and how you like to shoot. The 18-140mm lens would be a great travel lens and would be suitable for most subject matter while providing the convenience of not having to change lenses or carry an extra lens. However, if you are specifically shooting wildlife, sports, or anything that will require a far reach, than the 18-55 +70-300mm would better suit your needs. *Andrea

[@RokPodaro]

can you use sony e mount lenses and if is yes pls tell me what kind od adapter need to use them thank you very much?

[@BandH]

+Nikola Nikoloski It would not be possible to use Sony E-mount lenses on a Nikon camera, no. Beyond having different mounts, the Nikon?s register is far larger than that of the Sony E-mount; so an E-mount lens would sit at a much greater distance from the sensor than it was optically designed for if mounted on a Nikon camera. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@RokPodaro]

thank you very much for your fast and honest answer :) really appreciate your response....

[@karthiknb5376]

Really helped me to buy this great camera over the C***** *** DSLR Camera Thank you Did a great job

[@SBPL2022]

nikon d5500 or sony alpha a6000 which one you recommend

[@BandH]

sittu sandip I lean toward the SONY if you want a camera that is super easy to use, very compact, takes awesome video and features a super bright OLED viewfinder and extremely fast, accurate focusing. This camera is especially appealing to the shooter with smaller hands and the traveler who needs to pack light.. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: [e-mail] >Mark

[@medomaster01]

compared to the canon 760D which is better ?!

[@BandH]

+Mohammed Azzoz - The main features and specifications on the two cameras is basically the same. The current final price is about the same on them also. Between the two I personally prefer the Nikon. I feel their menu system is much easier to navigate through and is much more user intuitive. - Yossi

[@cryptotutorials417]

Hey can anyone tell Does that lens also come with the d5500?

[@BandH]

+farman elahi There are D5500 kits that come with the 18-140mm lens, yes. *Christina* [e-mail]/1QN3Vvd

[@EuskadiMia]

Can you set the exposure to fully manual while recording with this model? I Heard you can´t change it mid-video but does it stay fixed on the one you chose or automatically vary during video?

[@BandH]

Mia Aranguren The settings can only be set prior to initiating a recording. Once the camera has begun recording the settings cannot be changed until after you have stopped recording. - Yossi

[@EuskadiMia]

Thanks! My main concern is that it won´t change the lighting during a shot.

[@markandapps]

Are rokinon and Tokina lenses compatible?

[@BandH]

+MarkAndApps As long as the Rokinon and Tokina lenses in question have a Nikon F-Mount, they will be compatible. In the case of Tokina specifically, the lens would need to have an internal focusing motor to ensure full autofocus compatibility with the D5500. *Andrea

[@shehzadmuhammed2491]

i wanna buy this chap D5500 but I have no experience with DSLR. should i buy this or any other? plz recommend me any 😍😍

[@guitarstalkandtech9085]

Shehzad Deora I just bought the d5500 at Best buy for 600 and it came with a extra 400 dollar lens for free. This is a great camera for starting and learning. The battery life is very very good, auto focus is nice. The touch screen is just awesome lol. You can use buttons or touch screen picture quality 8/10 touch screen 10/10 Learning controls and use 6/10 battery 10/10 Overall I give this a 8/10 make sure to always use Raw settings for best quality and download the software which is free to view the raw photos.

[@shehzadmuhammed2491]

Ty bro . you're love 😂😂😂😍😍

[@RufusDinaricus]

Hi, do you prefer this camera or Panasonic's G7? cheers

[@BandH]

+RufusDinaricus - For still photography the cameras are relatively close to each other in their performance specifications. The D5500 has a higher pixel count, and will handle details in highlight and shadow areas much better. The G7 however has a faster burst rate for continuous still shooting, so thats better for sports or animal shots or active children. In regards to video capture the G7 can capture at a higher resolution level called 4K which would make it the better choice for video work. - Yossi

[@SavageInstitute]

QUICK, EVERYBODY!!!! Canon T6i or Nikon D5500?

[@girlperson1]

SavageInstitute Canon SL1 (100D)

[@girlperson1]

***** My Canon SL1 has a touch screen.

[@girlperson1]

***** In what regard? what exactly is "intuitive and responsive"? What are you referring to?

[@wolfpack2545]

My opinion go with the devil canon 70d it's just fan bloody tastic

[@cheta586]

better image quality nikon d5500 or t6s/t6i??

[@ruff1draft]

can I put Sony lenses on this camera

[@BandH]

+ruffdraft - The Nikon D5500 has the Nikon F-mount and will not be compatible with Sony lenses. *Christina* [e-mail]

[@d1giw0rld]

Could someone explain what touch shutter is?

[@BandH]

As the Nikon D5500 DSLR camera has a rear LCD Touch Screen similar to the LCD touch screen on current smartphones/tablets, the Touch Shutter is a feature on the camera that allows you to touch the subject you wish to focus on directly on the screen, and the camera can automatically focus and release the camera's shutter, all without using the camera's shutter button (Touch Shutter does not work when the camera is in Manual Focus Mode). As shown on the link below, you would first tap on the Touch icon on the rear LCD screen when the camera is in Shooting mode, then you touch the monitor to position the focus point so the camera may autofocus on the selected subject, and when you are ready to take the image, you simply release your finger from the LCD screen and Touch Shutter will automatically release the shutter and capture the image for you. bit.ly/2Egor91

[@d1giw0rld]

B&H Photo Video oh cool! Can you set a timer to it?

[@pranaygawas709]

which is better this or canon EOS Rebel T6i and T6s?

[@BandH]

+Pranay Gawas While it would depend on your usage needs, if you are simply viewing image quality, the Nikon D5500 DSLR camera has better dynamic range, color depth, and low-light performance compared to the Canon T6s/T6i DSLR cameras, and would have better image quality. Manzell L

[@romansten9]

B and H I've seen many samples between the 2 cameras. most amateurs (as the camera is geared for) and even many professionals....have not been able to tell a noticeable difference between images from the 2 cameras, except maybe at high ISO. better specs on paper doesn't mean better images. the user friendly Canon with easier controls, better focus, more great and cheaper lens options, even better app control is more likely to produce better images for a beginner. since it has always had much more to do with the control of the camera and the person than the technology.....especially with so many great camera options today.

Hi! ONE QUESTION! what does "Full time auto-focus video" mean? thanks

[@BandH]

+BeñatLarru - Full-time AF (AF-F mode) is a feature that will memorize the subject, and as the subject moves it will continuously maintain focus/refocus as needed to keep the subject sharp. If the subject happens to momentarily leave the frame and then come back, the camera will resume focusing on it. - Yossi

B and H That's great! thanks

[@sogron007]

yes same type of DX lense.

[@Narinjas]

can i get all what is in the 18-55mm nikon kit for d5500 but the 18-140mm? (in romania/europe?)

[@BandH]

B&H does carry the D5500 kit with the 18-140mm lens. Though, due to a restriction from Nikon USA, B&H cannot ship any of Nikon’s digital cameras, lenses, or flashes outside of the USA. So, unfortunately, we would not be able to ship the D5500 to Romania. *Christina* [e-mail] bhpho.to/1HVJ3vN

[@Narinjas]

i meant in the kit to have all that the nikon kit 18-55 has: en-el14a,camera bag,software for raw and jpeg and video... in the 18-140 kit. and if is any way to find any of that in romania.

[@BandH]

I don’t know what types of D5500 kits might be offered in Romania. You would need to visit a local dealer. You might try contacting Nikon directly to see who carries their products in your area. *Christina* [e-mail] www.nikon.ro/ro_RO/

[@Narinjas]

if where you are (as place) is any of the ... sooo you buy an nikon d5500 standard kit you add an 18-140mm on your kit but remove the 18-55mm ... so you get a completed nikon kit but with a better kit lens ... you got it?

[@chitji]

Can you use this camera while it's raining?

[@BandH]

+Panda-chan This camera is not particularly weather sealed but shooting in a light drizzle would be fine. However, shooting in any kind of moderate to heavy rain however would not recommended with use of a least a rail sleeve. *Andrea

[@chitji]

B and H Thanks!

[@MuhamedAhsan]

Hi can you suggest me cheap and best performance DSLR camera??

[@BandH]

+Ahsan Haneefa The D5500 would be a great option, if you were looking for more something more cost effective you could also look at the D3300. The Nikon D3300 DSLR Camera is a compact and versatile camera featuring a DX-format 24.2 megapixel CMOS sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor. The sensor and processor combine to realize high-resolution imaging, notable low-light sensitivity to an expandable ISO 25600, continuous shooting to 5 fps, and Full HD 1080p video recording capabilities. Additionally, the sensor design omits the traditional optical low-pass filter in order to gain the utmost sharpness and resolution from both photos and videos. These imaging assets are complemented by an 11-point autofocus system, which provides quick and accurate focusing capabilities to suit working with a variety of subject types in nearly any lighting situation. A range of shooting modes and features are also available to help creatively accentuating your imagery, including an Easy Panorama mode as well as Picture Control settings for in-camera adjustment of the color and contrast qualities of your photos and movies. bhpho.to/1L0Kpuh >Mark

[@MuhamedAhsan]

+B and H Thank you so much well explained

[@wasimjaan3300]

doest it support slow mo?😊

[@BandH]

+Wasim Pervez - The D5500 can shoot full HD 1080p at 60fps, so it is capable of slow motion. *Christina* [e-mail]