Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80
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Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 480g - 125 x 98 x 76mm
- Launched February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon D5200
- Renewed by Nikon D5500
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Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Overview
Let's look closer at the Nikon D5300 versus Nikon D80, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and D80 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D5300 was launched 7 years later than the D80 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D5300 matches up vs the D80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D5300 & Nikon D80. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D5300 Gallery & Nikon D80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5300 over the Nikon D80
D5300 | D80 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 90 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon D80 over the Nikon D5300
D80 | D5300 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5300 and Nikon D80
D5300 | D80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D5300 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Nikon D80 has specifications of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D5300 versus Nikon D80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the D5300 against the D80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D5300 and D80 is 68 and 62 respectively.

Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D5300 and D80.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon D5300 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer D5300 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D5300 vs Nikon D80 Specifications
Nikon D5300 | Nikon D80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D5300 | Nikon D80 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2006-09-23 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 480 grams (1.06 pounds) | 668 grams (1.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 83 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.9 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 1338 | 524 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 600 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $429 | $800 |