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Nikon D5500 DX-format Digital SLR w/ 18-55mm VR II Kit (Black)

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  • 24.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter (OLPF)
  • 39-point Autofocus (AF) system
  • 5 frames per second continuous shooting
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • High resolution, vari-angle LCD with familiar, smartphone-like touchscreen for easy use / 1080/60p HD video capabilities allow for capture of fast-moving subjects or creating slow motion effects / Built-in Wi-Fi and smartphone compatibility for instant sharing
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Picture quality
4.6
4.6
4.7
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Auto focus
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4.4
4.3
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LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
display size
3.2 inches
3.2 inches
3 inches
3.2 inches
3 inches
3.2 inches
lens type
zoom
Zoom
Fisheye
Interchangeable
Wide Angle
zoom type
Optical Zoom
Optical Zoom
Optical Zoom
Optical Zoom
shooting modes
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic, Shutter Priority, Aperture priority (A), Manual
Auto, auto (flash off), A (aperture priority), M (manual), P (programmed auto with flexible program), S (shutter priority) and more
Auto, auto (flash off), portrait, landscape, child, sports, close up and night portrait
Landscape, Manual, Aperture Priority, Night Portrait, Portrait, Blossom, Candlelight, Dusk / Dawn, Programmed auto with flexible program (P), Scene Modes, Party / Indoor, Night Landscape, Close-up, Autumn Colors, Sunset, Automatic, Special Effects Mode (Night vision, Color sketch, Toy camera, Miniature effect, Selective color, Silhouette, High key, Low key, HDR painting), Beach / Snow, Food, Child, Shutter Priority, Sports
connectivity tech
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
USB
NTSC, PAL
Wi-Fi

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  • USB Cable
  • Battery
  • Body Cap
  • Product Description

    The Nikon D5500 is a compact DSLR capable of inspiring a new level of creativity. From the moment you flip the touchscreen Vari-angle display and capture an ultra-sharp 24.2-megapixel photo, you'll begin to see your photography in a new light. At the flick of a switch, the D5500 transforms into a versatile Full HD video camera. Record 1080 video at a high speed frame rate of 60p. Break free of the ordinary with star trail images, interval-timer sequences and HDR photography. Add artistic filters and effects and even retouch your shots right in the camera, and then share your creations instantly with built-in Wi-Fi. This outfit also comes with the Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II DX AF-S Zoom-Nikkor Lens.

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    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    242 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, image quality, ease of use, and adjustability of the camera. For example, they mention it's a very good camera, takes excellent pictures, and has a good cost/quality relationship. Some appreciate the touch screen feature and the ability to adjust the settings quickly. That said, opinions are mixed on the size.

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    47 customers mention44 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They say it is a very good camera for someone who is able to shoot on a part-time basis. They also say it has a good cost/quality relationship and exceeds their expectations. Customers also mention that the camera is incredibly well constructed and well designed.

    "...The D5500 feels great in hand, nice and light, but still substantial, with a good amount of grip, and it truly is optimized to help amatuers like me..." Read more

    "...The price point was reasonable, and it was light/small enough to be carried around when traveling...." Read more

    "The camera is a very good camera for someone who is a part time shooter wanting to become an advanced shooter with minimum initial cost...." Read more

    "...very similar bodies, similar feature set, similar functionality, similar outcome...." Read more

    28 customers mention28 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that it takes excellent pictures, produces professional looking photos, and produces high resolution images in low light with little noise. They also appreciate the solid pictures and the video quality of this digital camera. Additionally, customers are happy with the night time photography capabilities.

    "...The D5500 feels great in hand, nice and light, but still substantial, with a good amount of grip, and it truly is optimized to help amatuers like me..." Read more

    "This camera is a great beginner DSLR. The picture quality is top notch as is the video quality...." Read more

    "...Great quality photos, though. Highly recommended!" Read more

    "Beautiful camera and looked brand new but the flash did not work. Called seller and they recommended just returning it so I did." Read more

    18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

    Customers find the camera easy to use. They mention that the controls are intuitive, and the Nikon system is clear and intuitive. The screen makes it easy and quick to change settings, making it super easy to change aperture, ISO, shutter speed, and other settings. The camera is lightweight, making the switch between lenses simple.

    "...The controls were all very intuitive and it only took a day or so to pick up the basics of utilizing the manual modes...." Read more

    "Easy to grab and handle...." Read more

    "...They both recommended this camera for me. I love how easy it is to use..." Read more

    "...As I say, it's more challenging to use (no Focus Peaking!), and as a result, I'm more satisfied when I take a decent exposure...." Read more

    12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

    Customers like the adjustability of the digital camera. For example, they mention the touch screen is a treat, intuitive, and has an articulated design. Some appreciate the rotating screen and the larger touch screen. That said, most are happy with the moderate adjustment features and the ease of use of the menu.

    "...fast (though not as quick in burst mode as the a6000), and the touchscreen is a treat coming from Sony..." Read more

    "...The IQ is great and the touch screen makes it easy and quick to change settings...." Read more

    "...All the menu changes are easily available, at a a touch. The wifi was not easy to set up and I opted for a different app to get it to work...." Read more

    "...Touch screen is icing on the cake." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the digital camera. They mention that the LCD Touch Screen is a wonderful feature, very versatile, useful, and usable. They also appreciate the similar feature set, functionality, and outcome. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Great image quality, very versatile, very useful and very usable - I'm having a lot of fun with it, and won't be replacing it for a very long..." Read more

    "...Technically speaking, they are very similar bodies, similar feature set, similar functionality, similar outcome...." Read more

    "...The IQ is great and the touch screen makes it easy and quick to change settings...." Read more

    "I am not even close to be a good photographer but this camera give you a lot of help. I am still in the process of learning all the settings...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the weight of the digital camera. They mention that it is reasonable, and small enough to be carried. Some say that the camera is light with a good sensor.

    "...The D5500 feels great in hand, nice and light, but still substantial, with a good amount of grip, and it truly is optimized to help amatuers like me..." Read more

    "...The price point was reasonable, and it was light/small enough to be carried around when traveling...." Read more

    "This is a very nice light little SLR. I am just learning all its features and plan to update the review in the future...." Read more

    "...It is very light and fits well in my hand. A definite winner." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the wifi feature of the digital camera. They mention that it works great, is awesome, and does everything really well.

    "...the best (which actually took some Googling to figure out) is the wireless feature...." Read more

    "...and the WiFi feature is freaking awesome...." Read more

    "...works great with my older speedflash from the 5100 though, so no problem!..." Read more

    "...Lots of good on the D5500 as it does everything really well. Touch screen is icing on the cake." Read more

    10 customers mention6 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the camera. Some mention it's very compact, light, and well-constructed. They say it fits well in their hand and is portable. However, other customers say it seems very tiny and dim.

    "...The price point was reasonable, and it was light/small enough to be carried around when traveling...." Read more

    "...The bag that came with it is pretty bulky, but whatever. I do need to buy another lens because the one that comes with it doesn't zoom far at all...." Read more

    "...It is very light and fits well in my hand. A definite winner." Read more

    "...But for me it was too small and light." Read more

    The Camera I've Been Waiting For
    5 Stars
    The Camera I've Been Waiting For
    This is the camera I've been looking for.My interest in photography goes way back, but it wasn't until I got my first iPhone (the 4S) that I was able to start exploring. From there, I bought a Fuji HS30EXR, which was very highly recommended, and had awful image quality; next, I purchased a Sony NEX-6, which was light-years ahead of the Fuji, but I always felt like something was missing. So I bought the Sony a6000 and suffered immediate buyer's remorse (though I eventually bought its little brother, the RX100 m2, which is my much-loved coat-pocket camera). I was always looking for that missing something. And not being trained at all in photography, never having taken any classes, and having to learn everything on my own from books and websites, I could never put my finger on what that something was. Until I discovered the D5500.The D5500 takes great pictures. It's also harder to use than the a6000. But it feels like a real camera. It's comfortable in my (somewhat large) hands. Compared to the CSC Sony cameras I've owned, it feels more like a tool than a toy. As I say, it's more challenging to use (no Focus Peaking!), and as a result, I'm more satisfied when I take a decent exposure. And it is sharp, in part because modern Nikons lack anti-aliasing filters. An Anti-Aliasing Filter serves to soften your images to prevent moiré- a sort of banding that occurs in high-contrast patterns (think a striped dress) when recorded by a digital sensor. (You may have seen these patterns on an old tube t.v. screen when you were a kid, too.) In my opinion, the benefit of having 24mp is not that you necessarily get a "better" image- you get more room to crop. I like to take pictures of the moon, and it's nice to be able to zoom in and inspect the surface. The Sony's were way too soft when zoomed in at 50%, let alone 100%. This may not be the case for the full-frame Sony cameras, but the APS-C models leave a lot to be desired. As far as those cameras are concerned, 24mp is about 16mp wasted.The D5500 feels great in hand, nice and light, but still substantial, with a good amount of grip, and it truly is optimized to help amatuers like me get the shot they want. It's fast (though not as quick in burst mode as the a6000), and the touchscreen is a treat coming from Sony (menus within menus within menus within menus...), making it super easy to change aperture, ISO, shutter speed, etc. The lens selection is fantastic, whether you go Nikon or third-party (I've already added the AF-S 35mm and the 55-200mm VRII to my bag), although there is an obvious emphasis on pro gear.The D5500 is the camera for me. Every single box (image quality, feel, looks) is neatly checked. I find myself spending less time in Lightroom and more time with a camera in my hands, and I find that leaving things like ISO up to the camera (unthinkable on Sony's APS-C cameras, which render unusable images after ISO 6400 or so) not only renders great images, but makes it that much easier (and enjoyable) for me to bungle my way through this silly, expensive hobby of mine. I would recommend this camera to everyone who wants to go beyond smartphones and point-and-shoots.Side note- I chose the D5500 over the D7200 for several reasons that you may or may not agree with, but here they are:1. The D5500 and the D7200 have the same sensor. IQ should be the same.2. The D7200 is $400 more. Although I love my D5500, I will probably not be as fond of it in three or four years. But the lenses could conceivably last for decades with proper care. As better photographers than me have said, buy only as much camera as you need, and spend the rest on lenses.3. Simpler exterior. I'm not ready for all the buttons and dials yet. Stepping up to the D7000 series will be next, but that's several years from now. I felt it was better to become accustomed to the DSLR form factor before dropping $1100 on the camera body alone.As far as the Nikon vs. Canon debate is concerned, I'm uninterested. I chose the D5500 over the comparable Canons for a couple of reasons.1. Nikon bodies seem to cost less than their Canon counterparts, but are rated more highly; the Canon t6s is more expensive and does not perform as well. Ditto the 70d.2. Nikon has legacy lens support unmatched by Canon. Will I ever take advantage of it? Who knows, but I like the idea.3. Canon DSLR's don't render color as well, in my opinion, Easy fix, I know- but still.That being said, I'm certain that a skilled photographer could get great pictures from just about anything, so don't get yourself bogged down in fruitless Nikon vs. Canon, DSLR vs. Mirrorless/M43, Android vs. Apple type debates. Just take pictures!
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    This is the camera I've been looking for.

    My interest in photography goes way back, but it wasn't until I got my first iPhone (the 4S) that I was able to start exploring. From there, I bought a Fuji HS30EXR, which was very highly recommended, and had awful image quality; next, I purchased a Sony NEX-6, which was light-years ahead of the Fuji, but I always felt like something was missing. So I bought the Sony a6000 and suffered immediate buyer's remorse (though I eventually bought its little brother, the RX100 m2, which is my much-loved coat-pocket camera). I was always looking for that missing something. And not being trained at all in photography, never having taken any classes, and having to learn everything on my own from books and websites, I could never put my finger on what that something was. Until I discovered the D5500.

    The D5500 takes great pictures. It's also harder to use than the a6000. But it feels like a real camera. It's comfortable in my (somewhat large) hands. Compared to the CSC Sony cameras I've owned, it feels more like a tool than a toy. As I say, it's more challenging to use (no Focus Peaking!), and as a result, I'm more satisfied when I take a decent exposure. And it is sharp, in part because modern Nikons lack anti-aliasing filters. An Anti-Aliasing Filter serves to soften your images to prevent moiré- a sort of banding that occurs in high-contrast patterns (think a striped dress) when recorded by a digital sensor. (You may have seen these patterns on an old tube t.v. screen when you were a kid, too.) In my opinion, the benefit of having 24mp is not that you necessarily get a "better" image- you get more room to crop. I like to take pictures of the moon, and it's nice to be able to zoom in and inspect the surface. The Sony's were way too soft when zoomed in at 50%, let alone 100%. This may not be the case for the full-frame Sony cameras, but the APS-C models leave a lot to be desired. As far as those cameras are concerned, 24mp is about 16mp wasted.

    The D5500 feels great in hand, nice and light, but still substantial, with a good amount of grip, and it truly is optimized to help amatuers like me get the shot they want. It's fast (though not as quick in burst mode as the a6000), and the touchscreen is a treat coming from Sony (menus within menus within menus within menus...), making it super easy to change aperture, ISO, shutter speed, etc. The lens selection is fantastic, whether you go Nikon or third-party (I've already added the AF-S 35mm and the 55-200mm VRII to my bag), although there is an obvious emphasis on pro gear.

    The D5500 is the camera for me. Every single box (image quality, feel, looks) is neatly checked. I find myself spending less time in Lightroom and more time with a camera in my hands, and I find that leaving things like ISO up to the camera (unthinkable on Sony's APS-C cameras, which render unusable images after ISO 6400 or so) not only renders great images, but makes it that much easier (and enjoyable) for me to bungle my way through this silly, expensive hobby of mine. I would recommend this camera to everyone who wants to go beyond smartphones and point-and-shoots.

    Side note- I chose the D5500 over the D7200 for several reasons that you may or may not agree with, but here they are:

    1. The D5500 and the D7200 have the same sensor. IQ should be the same.
    2. The D7200 is $400 more. Although I love my D5500, I will probably not be as fond of it in three or four years. But the lenses could conceivably last for decades with proper care. As better photographers than me have said, buy only as much camera as you need, and spend the rest on lenses.
    3. Simpler exterior. I'm not ready for all the buttons and dials yet. Stepping up to the D7000 series will be next, but that's several years from now. I felt it was better to become accustomed to the DSLR form factor before dropping $1100 on the camera body alone.

    As far as the Nikon vs. Canon debate is concerned, I'm uninterested. I chose the D5500 over the comparable Canons for a couple of reasons.

    1. Nikon bodies seem to cost less than their Canon counterparts, but are rated more highly; the Canon t6s is more expensive and does not perform as well. Ditto the 70d.
    2. Nikon has legacy lens support unmatched by Canon. Will I ever take advantage of it? Who knows, but I like the idea.
    3. Canon DSLR's don't render color as well, in my opinion, Easy fix, I know- but still.

    That being said, I'm certain that a skilled photographer could get great pictures from just about anything, so don't get yourself bogged down in fruitless Nikon vs. Canon, DSLR vs. Mirrorless/M43, Android vs. Apple type debates. Just take pictures!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Best camera ever
    Reviewed in India on December 22, 2016
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto solo tengo un inconveniente con el Pago
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