Nikon D5500 Full Review | Affordable Pro Results!

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[@spicnspan320]

I really love the length and style of your videos. I love actually seeing you get out there and doing some shooting to review products. Too often it's just someone talking in a studio and then showing practice shots but we get no practical knowledge or examples.

[@vishalmange112]

I really like your reviews.I just want to you to review the dslrs with their kit lens rather using those expensive ones.

[@ratephi]

Agree. That 24-70 costs twice the price of the camera...

[@Faymusmedia]

ratephi I don't get kits from my supplier.

[@MrChrisr34]

Autofocus Ross what lense would be best for landscape photography as I'm looking at this and the 700D but I agree with what your saying and rather get just the body and the purchase a separate lense

[@MrChrisr34]

Autofocus Ross cheers for the advice originally I was looking at a canon 700d twin kit with a 18-55mm and a 70 -300mm or the d5500 with the 18-105mm and 55 -200mm as I'll be using it mainly at the lake district like Keswick/Ambleside so be like mountains, lakes etc , and filter wise I've been looking at Lee filters told there really good

[@albertr915]

another great video Corey. great to see you back. I was wondering where you was. Lol!

[@moto4fans]

Hi Corey I really like yours reviews ! I watch every single video you do ! Congrats ! And say hello to Brazil !

[@MaCe19]

(title is wrong) glad to see you again on the field!

[@luch1227]

I'm looking for some advice on which DSLR I should get. My budget for the body is around $1000. I am a mountaineer therefore the camera will mainly be used for landscapes. The camera being lightweight and portable is a big plus; along with wi-fi capabilities. I am starting up KZbin Chanel on outdoor lifestyle and outdoor gear reviews. Therefore, the DSLR must have good video capabilities. Which camera do you recommend for me? The Nikon D5500 has caught my eye.

[@stevenmarrero9190]

Kyle Lucherini buy a used d7100 great camera

[@CraigMansfield]

Kyle Lucherini get one with a weather seal. I think the 7000/7100. It's all plus and minus with cameras. Video length is about 10 minutes before it overheats (full hd 50/60fps). Go to a camera compare website and find cameras that have the features you need, and read reviews. Also read what other people use for your purposes. Weather seal would be my top requirement though. Maybe articulated screen. Battery life.

[@Goodezilla]

I'm looking for a new camera for video. I have an old Nikon D40x for stills. Do you think the lack of live view aperture on the Nikon D5500 would make someone using this camera soley for video, look at a Canon T6i instead?

[@Derorilael]

I agree with you so much about aperture control in live view. When I decided to get a DSLR that would do video, I ended up switching back to Nikon from Canon. I bought a D7000. I was disappointed to not have aperture control when shooting video, ended up buying old manual focus lenses with an aperture ring. I also wasn't happy with the grip shape. We should have had the D7100/D610 type grip on the D7000. I really do prefer the Canon grip in some ways, kind of why I went to them from Nikon back in the film days. I've been watching a lot of your videos and recently had the chance to compare the D610 and D750 side by side. Have to say, the D750 is calling my name. I am heading back to the Philippines for three weeks in June, and I am getting one. They finally got everything right for me. I was tempted by the D5500, but the aperture control in live view really is a wonderful feature to have. I saw your video from Disney down here where I live, where you mentioned the Rokinon lenses. I really thought those were going to be my only option for changing aperture while shooting video and not being able to hear the clicks. Especially here in Florida at Epcot and the other parks--where it is so bright and sunny all the time--I would rather be able to change the aperture than to mess with the ISO settings. If I could stop down for sharpness and more depth of field in the sun and then open up the aperture to capture something in the shadows or on a covered stage, I would rather do that than have to boost ISO and get more noise.

[@IKIEGG]

How important is aperture in live view? Is it worth holding off buying a camera until they implement that feature? If not, should I get a D5500 or D7200?

[@atangmahlomaholo983]

so what's the name of the song playing in the background from 23:18 to the end

[@GSingh-04]

Really good review i watched month ago and update from 3100 to D5500 thanks!

[@starchildfan83]

I'm upgrading from a nikon D40 I've had for around 10 years. I've been looking at tests and reviews for months trying to decide what is the best choice for me. Now I think it's gong to be either the D5300, D5500 or the D7100. Leaning towards the D5xxx's right now because of their smaller size and weight compared to the D7100. I'm gong to visit my camera store to get a feel for the different cameras. I'm guessing image quality out of these three is gong to be mostly the same' so it's down to how they feel in the hand. Thanks for doing the review :-) .

[@Faymusmedia]

Just launched my Facebook group "Happy Shooting". Come talk with me, ask questions share your work. Open community. See you there! facebook.com/groups/happyshootingphoto/

[@Faymusmedia]

I shared it one time. I only see one post on this video.

[@upnorthbob410]

+Faymusmedia Thanks

[@Petraeagle]

Love this channel! I'm looking to purchase my first DSLR and these videos' have been so helpful! Currently it's between the D5500 and the D7200. My main use for the camera will be for architect/buildings', I wish to also purchase the Nikon 10-24mm f3.5-4.5 to aid with the capture of buildings'.

[@abellorenzojr1434]

I Agree with you, Nikon is being incremental in the features, That is why I bought Canon 70D. can you review it? or can you review and suggest lens for Canon. Thank you in advance.

[@meinit9114]

Loved you vid. I was looking at the 5300 for my daughter as a new user. But i was concerned about the auto focus on the video being so noisy. Do you have any thoughts what to buy.

[@gio_isabella]

This is the first review I have ever seen of yours, but it was done perfectly! You just helped me wonders, thank you so much!

[@ruff1draft]

Not long ago bought the Nikon D5500 as my first DSLR. And for street photography it is good when walking around London

[@ballXmusicXlaughter]

which lense is good for the 5500 for street photography?

[@autofocusrossswansea9362]

We are all different in our approach to street photography. Many times you'll find the light is a problem, moving around a city, you are in shade, in sun, in shade again etc. For that reason, unless you hike your ISO you'll want to use a prime lens. You will find that prime lenses are smaller than zooms of similar focal length, so the camera is not 'quite' as intimidating to your subjects. This means you can be more discrete and get shots without attracting too much attention. It comes down to 2 lenses. First, the 35mm, if you don't mind getting up close and personal too much, as it has a 'normal' angle of view, like your eye at 45 degrees. If you prefer more distance, the 50mm comes in useful, and you can shoot from about x1,7 the distance of a 35mm for the same shot*. There is also the 85mm which allows you to shoot from even further away, approx x2.5 compared to the 35mm. Again, for the same shot*. So you could, depending on style, go for a 35 & 50, or a 50 & 85. The 18-140mm kit zoom is quite good, apart from distortion, which is very easy to correct, and in street photography, sometimes adds interest to a flat photo anyway. Whatever you get, make sure it is not an AF-D lens as these will not autofocus on D3000 and D5000 series cameras. You must get the AF-S versions, as they have focus motors built into the actual lens. *when we say same shot, say, 35mm vs 50mm from further away, be aware of the compression effect of increasing focal length. If a person is standing in front of other people, a few feet away, the 35mm gives the correct perspective of the distance between subject and background. 50mm pulls the background closer, 85mm closer still. At least with a prime (all of these are available in f1.8) when used wide open, you not only gain shutter speed, but also, you de-focus the background as the depth of field is quite narrow at f1.8, so you do have to watch where you focus, to avoid losing your subject in blur. With people, usual advice is to focus on the eye nearest the camera. With objects, the part of the object closest to the camera. The zoom lens is good if you don't mind upping the ISO and being more conspicuous. It is all a matter of what style of shooting you are comfortable with. You can be less visible with a prime lens, but if you are making it obvious you are shooting, the advantage is lessened, and if you involve people you are shooting, then maybe the zoom is the answer. So you can see, there is no obvious choice, it comes down to what you find you like doing with the camera, and your style. At least with the D5500 you have the pixels to crop out subjects hastily composed to get a better result.

[@ScoutBobrman862]

Great review as always!! Thanks for all you do for us budding photogs...Peace bro!! Continued success! I've now made up my mind on my next camera!

[@gorila1958]

Question What is your Opinion on The Flip Screen ? I have heard that it is one more thing that can Break or have problems with it ! Or are they Durable enough with no Electrical Problems .....

[@NickTrop]

Nice thorough review. Went with a D5300 over this because, well, refurbed I got mine for $380 (body only). Big fan of the D5XX Nikons, mainly because they push down the most features from their higher end models than competitors, the Nikon "lens" ecosystem, and they (again, imo) have the best sensors. On the video thing, I downloaded flat picture profiles for video via the picture control feature along with several film curve emulations. I haven't used it and don't shoot much video but wouldn't that render your main reason for upgrading past or from the 5300 moot unless you want touch screen (which is admittedly nice)?

[@espresso4eva]

You're talking about upgrading from D5300 because of flat profile... But why when you can simply download or make your own flat profile? D5300 supports custom profiles and I just downloaded mine. So why upgrade?

[@creycee]

espresso how to download it?..

[@espresso4eva]

Jeff pilot You can get it here: www.similaar.com/foto/flaat-picture-controls/download.html Now you have D5500 :)

[@abhilashkumar1908198]

APERTURE CONTROL IN LIVE VIEW.......is that an issue while filming video only or you got the same issue in shooting stills as well...please advise... getting stuck between the d5500 and sony a6000 .... this may be the deciding factor

[@RockwoodJoe]

Anyone know how the d5500 flat profile compares to a hacked d5200 using flaat_12 for video? Thanks!

[@bdp1966]

Dude you are making me nervous using it without a strap.

[@hhh2641]

What lens did you use for this video? Like your photos a quite impressive

[@hirschkuh1982]

Can't decide if to buy the D5500 or the D7100. Doing wildlife most of the time and a bit macro.

[@ishansharma4219]

Hey! Please review the canon t6S. I am really confused which one to get,the D5500 or the t6s.

[@XSindyXAurora]

I hope you'll answer this, I'm looking for a camera that can take good photo's on moving objects. Has this camera that you can tap (or with an another option) on the screen and it will follow the moving object with the focus?

[@12x]

its unbelievable they havent put aperture control in live view. my sony nex5 from 2012 has it.

[@AntonLevshunov]

Ha-ha! Welcome back! Looks good. I'm an owner of d5300 and I like this new control wheel, touch screen - yes, good. Go away from the gps - YES it's a correct way, gps never worked as expected on my d5300. I'm an android user and I have my location history from the phone, and it's easy to sync foto with my approx location. I do not need the exact point, I need mostly town name and maybe street name. Thank you for the review.

[@espresso4eva]

***** The correct way would be to improve gps instead going away from it.

[@saibhargavkarne6946]

hey please tell me one thing, forget about the price and tell me which one is best cannon 700 d or Nikon d5500

[@CraigMansfield]

e global central, have great deals. I'm buying mine from there. Just sold my D3300 because it has noise at low ISO. I'm buying the D5500 for better image quality and the articulated touch screen. Using old Nikon manual lenses, for sharp, beautiful results. Can't wait.

[@sandeepvk]

i loved this review ! thanks mate i am however i am now confused, if the absence of aperture change on live would make it good camera ? Please advice

[@jasonsampaga2214]

Sir, Can I use the flat profile feature for taking pictures using 5500?

[@sdjourney9544]

Hey.. actually im confused between Nikon d5300 nd canon 700d.. can you please help me out.. for photography

[@nihithderby9999]

How to turn on exposure preview in live view in nikon d7200??????

[@celestemcguire5494]

I want to go into family photography would the Nikon d5500 be a good starter dslr? Also, any lens recommendations?

[@ely9932]

Mari Demure go get the fix lens AF-S 50mm F1,8

[@CraigMansfield]

look at that guy at 40 seconds in, walking into a truck when he's waving at the camera hahahaha

[@franklinacosta3743]

I really like your videos and I want your advice. I'm planning on getting my first dslr and I have narrowed my options to this two: Nikon d3400 with 2 lenses (AF-P DX 18-55mm G VR and 70-300mm G ED) ($649) or Nikon d5500 with one lens AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II ($699) Which one do you think it would be better to get?, thanks!

[@CraigMansfield]

Franklin Acosta d5500

[@pixelsbysid]

Hi... It was an interesting video... I am looking for good new DSLR..from which i can start up in photography...now i have some experience in that but not too much So can you guys suggest me which one should i pick out of below mentioned camera Nikon D7000 Nikon D5500 I love to play around with focus and lowlight as well. My budget is under 1000$

[@lifewithahmed81]

what the hell those guys are doing at 4:10

[@PSfreek3]

asking the real question

[@thisarattr]

Can I get live histogram on VF or live view mode 5500?

[@cretuoctavian8114]

Hello, the 24-70 mm f 2.8 can be atached to the nikon d3300 ? :)

[@bibeknandi4701]

Sir i luv al ur videoz !! thnx for ur beautiful reviewz ... !! Sir i wnt ask u dat m intrested to do photography ... whc z best entry level camera for beginners ... D5500 or D5300.. frm diz 2 whc shud i buy.... plZ kindlY suggest !!

[@deeno6067]

wouldn't the D7000 be a better option though than either the 5300 or the 5500 as far as price and value ? The D7000 is only $500 now. Great Review as always. Keep them coming. You have some of the best reviews on KZbin.

[@MLeoM]

Really Very Helpful Video!! Thanks Man!

[@vishalkrishna5227]

what lens using for D5500 video capturing

[@paulonacionales5984]

I am thinking of getting my very first dslr and have been looking at the nikon D 5500. As I am a first time user, do you suggest that I get the d5500 over the less expensive D 5300?

[@onepeoplemusic]

+Paulo Nacionales skip the 5300 and go to 5500. touch screen is great for pinching a photo and see if its in focus. only go with 5300 if gps is a must.

[@paulonacionales5984]

Thanks. I bought the 5500 a lil over a month ago. I love it.

[@kimapurado7085]

What lens did you use in this video?

[@boermed]

I heard it was because 4 is a bad luck number in japan . but have no idea if that's the truth . but they did do a D4 and a D4s

[@GTCarro]

Nice review!

[@RomaniaDeAzi]

can you change your aperture without live view? if yes then why is it suuuuuuch a big deal ?

[@aeroalex2735]

You are leaving out one aspect: the time lapse D5300 has a time lapse with 999 shots and the D5500 has 9999 shots, a big difference for me since I adore time lapses Nevertheless great review!

[@slflack]

Can you do a video on the Sony A77ii?

[@interstink]

I DO want the touch screen, and GPS is nice, but rarely turn it on (On my D5300). GPS is turned on MANUALLY so it never affects battery life without you knowing it. You say body style is completely different? Doesn't look much different at all...

[@valkari67]

Great Video. Very informative. Noticed you like to repeat yourself. Sort of irritating to hear how the similarities between the 5500 & 5300 are the same (over and over). We got the hint the first 10 times you mentioned it! Great vid though. You are the man. Thank u.

[@Eaze54]

I'm really thinking of going from my crappy Samsung Galaxy S5 camera to Nikon D5300 and I'm not a big fan of touchscreens and whatnot, but does the 5300 shoot in the same quality as the 5500 or is the 5500 a bit better? I'm not a big movie shooting guy, I'm more for photography, so any advice on these features that I just mentioned, would be really appreciated.

[@Faymusmedia]

Eaze54 The video shows that the D5300 has better video quality by far.

[@Eaze54]

Is that by taking photos than the D5300? Thanks for taking your time to reply, btw.

[@espresso4eva]

Eaze54 Images above iso 6400 will be a little bit less noisy on d5500, but not by far. They tweaked the algorithm for processing photos on D5500, hence the difference. But D5300 also has good high iso performance.

[@Eaze54]

I have the D5300 now, and and after watching Faymus Media's review and other reviews about the D5500, there really isn't much difference from D5300, except the touchscreen and the better filming, which I don't use and I don't like touch screens, so annoying. Lol. :P But thanks for the advice, though. Really appreciated. -Eaze54

[@mazinbashar4140]

+Faymusmedia the d5300 has better video quality? :o 😱

[@Vin093]

which is the best canon 750d oe nikon d5500

[@Vin093]

plase review for canon 750d

[@dotconnections5090]

Aperture control in live view depends on lens. E lenses have it.

[@juanpabloisidori7469]

Doctor Who Reference!!! Love it!!!

[@Shot_by_anishbalaji]

which is best nikon 5500 d or canon 700d

[@Munzer1977]

Kindly let me know what lens system you using on this camera, cost..! This camera obviously is a failure and a disappointment from nikon but am not really surprised. Any ways I will wait for the next version of same camera dimensions but with 12fps and a full-frame features

[@Munzer1977]

because nikon is mean in terms of specs. sony is far more advanced latino girl

[@Anunay_xyz]

13:42... anyone notice?

[@Diogene_Balbeur]

13'15'' : the Liège waffels, yeah ! Not everyday I hear about my city in american photographic KZbin channels ;-)

[@CarSick]

I clicked this video because the jacket, and i want a 5500, and maybe the hair.

[@100nni]

I'm confused. I have a D5100 and I can change the aperture in live view :o

[@Faymusmedia]

***** You can't. None of the consumer DSLRS do it.

[@100nni]

Faymusmedia Everyone says that but when I spin the wheel the F number changes... Maybe I'm stupid (or my camera is :D) but thats what it does.

[@Faymusmedia]

***** It will change. However you will not be shooting in the changed aperture until you turn the live view off and then back on again. Hence no aperture while in live view.

[@100nni]

Ohhh now I get it. They better add that feature soon :/ Thanks for the answer!

[@espresso4eva]

***** Actually, you can change it, just not real time (hence not good for video). But for photos, it works quite well! You need to disable manual movie settings, and you will have the ability to dial the aperture in manual mode. The aperture will change when you take the picture. So no need to get out of live view to change it.

[@boyetjacinto1212]

Thank you for this guide. I went from being computer junkie to a camera noobie.

[@pranavlad5682]

which lens??

[@shashikantt]

right now d5200 is at 599 so does it worth the 200

[@sunny123hk]

Awesome video

[@Digmen1]

Great video. But it seems more of a comparison of the D5500 to others earlier in the Nikon D5000 series. Not a review!

[@cheta586]

nikon d5500 or canon 760d what do you think guys ??

[@blondiehunter4854]

D3400 came out after D5500, how come it's inferior than the latter?

[@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)

[@jdkphotocom]

+Matthias Wong - Yes good choice Matthias !! I am going to live with my D7000 for another year or two and move to the D7100 or D7200. If I would buy today - it would too be the D7100. I do most of my shooting indoors in the winter here and that is 4-5 months/year. I seem to use the wide end the most - given the close quarters. The 85mm F/1.8 is a great portrait lens for both digital and video.

[@lifewithahmed81]

agree with the aperture thing

[@phongt86]

the group of four in the background at 4:00 are hilarious

[@danvanbelk1]

I think the number 4 is unlucky in some oriental countries, that could be why they jumped to the 5500.

[@kelas2ipajakstan632]

I just happen to watch this review LOL (i kno its a year late). It's a nice review tho, and maybe i can help you with the missing thing on D5400, well, Japanese sees at number 4 like european does with number 13, and they believe so much in this stuff, so you know...

[@olegzu]

Aperture control in live view!

[@dan232183]

maybe nikon does not know how that aperture control in live view works,

[@AlvinLuMusic]

the guys in the background early on in the video was just too funny.

[@JoeyRoa30]

i also don't use strap :D........ anyway this is a good scene.. 26:40.. hairs

[@HKarlsson]

Why's it in 360p?

[@HKarlsson]

SgtIcetea yeah I figured it out. Thx though.

[@matthewblessssss]

4:08 Background.. WTF!!! :P

[@micbaelz]

out of 3 videos i watched about d5500 nobody put on their straps and they seem confident holding their cameras with just one hand ! haha xD

[@Daniel_Zalman]

To my eye, many of photos are underexposed.

[@RockwoodJoe]

That's typical for Nikons matrix metering. It's a Nikon thing.

[@itakeyourphoto]

Next time when you come out of hibernation you should comb your hair before you make a video lol. With that lens 24mm when on a apsc its really 36mm but yea I like your reviews!

[@x10e11]

4:05 - 4:26 background WTF

[@princeofd6612]

Elsewhere, "Mysteriously, Nikon decided to skip the D5400; it could be because the numeral 4 is an unlucky number in Japan".

[@OhhhPuzL]

Title is wrong! Must change it!!

[@Diogene_Balbeur]

Ohh PuzL Do know that YELLING and ORDERING don't confer you any form of might. On the contrary, it's a testimony of a very poor life.

[@basujayanta1]

Your videos are good but just tooo.. long!!! Try to be a little more precise with your opinion and don't harp on the same issue again and again and again and...... you get the point !!

[@JasemAlostath]

Please correct the title .. it's (D5500) not (d500)

[@0815DST]

Better correct the "D500" to "D5500" in the title ;)

[@fechetealex7512]

I like to think

[@KZHX]

Video seemed to lack a real sense of direction just kept repeating things :

[@SuperDigitalMe]

Waffles en dinges, i know the owner, im belgian too :) Waffles and dinges it just means, waffles and stuff

[@tomthurston8397]

This video was unwatchable due to the pop up text you put on

[@kennyjohnson4515]

Look at the three gay guys at 4:18

[@anasir3611]

I thought I was the only one who saw that 😅

[@anasir3611]

I thought I was the only one who saw that lmfao

[@anasir3611]

I thought I was the only one who saw that lmfao

[@anasir3611]

I thought I was the only one who saw that lmfao