Nikon D5500 vs Nikon D750

Here, we are comparing the Nikon D5500 versus Nikon D750, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D5500 (24MP) and the D750 (24MP) is fairly well matched but the D5500 (APS-C) and D750 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The D5500 was manufactured 4 months later than the D750 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the D5500 scores versus the D750 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5500 & Nikon D750. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D5500 Gallery & Nikon D750 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D5500 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Nikon D750 has measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5500 versus Nikon D750 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the D5500 against the D750.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D5500 and D750 is 71 and 57 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D5500 and D750.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor measurements. The D5500 has got the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh more difficult.