Nikon D5500 vs Nikon D5600

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon D5500 and Nikon D5600, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The image resolution of the D5500 (24MP) and the D5600 (24MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D5500 was unveiled 22 months prior to the D5600 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D5500 scores vs the D5600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5500 & Nikon D5600. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D5500 Gallery & Nikon D5600 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D5500 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Nikon D5600 has specifications of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D5500 versus the D5600.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D5500 and D5600 is 71 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5500 and D5600.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you really should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older D5500 is going to be behind in sensor technology.