Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D5500

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D5500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the D5300 (24MP) and the D5500 (24MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D5300 was launched 10 months earlier than the D5500 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D5300 matches up versus the D5500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5300 & Nikon D5500. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5300 Gallery & Nikon D5500 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon D5300 offers external measurements of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Nikon D5500 has sizing of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the D5300 versus the D5500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D5300 and D5500 is 68 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D5300 and D5500.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older D5300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.