Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000
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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 465g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Launched November 2016
- Old Model is Nikon D5500
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 132 x 105 x 77mm
- Announced November 2010
- Old Model is Nikon D90
- Replacement is Nikon D7100

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D7000, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are sold by Nikon. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the D5600 (24MP) and D7000 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The D5600 was announced 6 years after the D7000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D7000 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the D5600 scores versus the D7000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5600 and Nikon D7000. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D5600 Gallery and Nikon D7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5600 over the Nikon D7000
D5600 | D7000 | |||
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Announced | November 2016 | ![]() | November 2010 | More modern by 73 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+116k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7000 over the Nikon D5600
D7000 | D5600 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5600 and Nikon D7000
D5600 | D7000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D5600 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Nikon D7000 has specifications of 132mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D5600 versus Nikon D7000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the D5600 compared to the D7000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D5600 and D7000 is 70 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D5600 and D7000.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon D5600 to offer you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer D5600 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D7000 Specifications
Nikon D5600 | Nikon D7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D5600 | Nikon D7000 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-11-10 | 2010-11-30 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Expeed 2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 39 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 465 gr (1.03 lbs) | 780 gr (1.72 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 132 x 105 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 84 | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | 13.9 |
DXO Low light score | 1306 | 1167 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 820 photographs | 1050 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Retail price | $597 | $1,049 |