Nikon D5500 is a rather modest upgrade of the previous D5300 model, with the touchscreen, a smaller/lighter body, the new Flat Picture Mode, a few more Effects and Scene Modes and a slightly reconfigured control layout. Otherwise the core specs are the same as the previous model, so D5300 owners probably won't find enough to tempt them to upgrade, but just like its predecessor the D5500 offers a compelling mix of excellent image quality, straight-forward handling and quick performance, in an even lighter and more compact body.
Nikon D5500 outperforms the competition with built in Wi-Fi, and a larger 3.2 inch touch-screen, and there is now noticeably improved battery life and noise performance. However, live view focus is still slow, with cameras like the Sony Alpha A65 and Panasonic Lumix G6 offering much quicker performance in live view modes. Combined with the compact 18-55mm VR II kit lens, as well as improved controls and handling, this is one of the best entries into Nikon Digital SLR shooting so far.
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Today I'm a happy man. Bought the D5500. Had the D5200 for 2 years but all I can say about the D5500 is WOW! Definitely a step forward. Image and video quality is detailed and sharp even when sharpness in camera is turned to 0. The noise at high ISO (3200 and up) is something not to worry about at all, looks more like film grain instead of digital.
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