Nikon D5500
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Nikon D5500

Nikon D5500
The Nikon D5500 is a versatile and remarkably lightweight mid-range DSLR that stands out for its 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor designed without an optical low-pass filter to deliver exceptional image sharpness and high dynamic range. As the first Nikon DSLR to feature a fully articulated touchscreen LCD, it provides an intuitive, smartphone-like interface and creative flexibility for both photographers and videographers, complemented by a robust 39-point autofocus system and 1080/60p Full HD video capabilities. Despite its compact carbon-fiber composite body, it offers a deep, ergonomic grip and an impressive battery life of approximately 820 shots, making it an ideal balance of portability and professional-level performance for enthusiasts on the go.
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 3.20" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 5.0fps continuous shooting
  • 420g. 124 x 97 x 70 mm
  • 24MP - APS-C CMOS Sensor

Specifications

Year 2015
Sensor 24 MP · APS-C
Mount Nikon F
IBIS No
Weight 420 g
Launch Price USD 369.95
Current Price USD 344 (Feb/2026)
Battery 820 shots
General
Brand
Nikon
Line or model
D5500
Sensor
Effective megapixels
24 Effective megapixels: usable sensor resolution for images.
Sensor type
CMOS Sensor technology (for example, CMOS, CCD).
Processor
Expeed 4
Low pass filter
No Optical low-pass (anti-aliasing) filter Optical low‑pass filter that reduces moiré and aliasing.
ISO range
ISO 100 - 25600 Range of ISO values available on the camera.
Body
Body type
Compact SLR
Body classification
Dslr
Body dimensions
420 g · 124 x 97 x 70 mm Physical body dimensions (width × height × depth), usually in mm.
Viewfinder
Optical (pentamirror) viewfinder Viewfinder type (optical or electronic) for composition.
Display
Screen size
3.20" Physical size of the screen; measured by the visible diagonal in inches.
Screen resolution
1,037k dots Number of pixels shown on the screen (width × height).
Touch screen
Indicates whether the screen supports touch for menus or focus.
Screen articulation
Fully articulated screen Screen articulation type (tilting, fully‑articulated, etc.).
Video
Video modes
Records in Full HD (1080p) at 60, 50, 30, 25 and 24 fps, as well as HD (720p) at 60 and 50 fps, all in MOV format. Available combinations of resolution and frames per second (FPS) for video recording.
FHD max FPS
60 Maximum frames per second in Full HD.
Connectivity
Wireless connectivity
La Nikon D5500 integra Wi-Fi para transferencia inalámbrica y control remoto vía smartphone, además de puertos USB 2.0, salida Mini-HDMI (tipo C) y entrada de micrófono de 3.5mm. Wireless features available (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi).
Additional info
Mount
Nikon F Lens mount type supported by the camera. If L-Mount Alliance appears, it means the camera uses Leica L mount shared across alliance brands.
Launch price
USD 36,995 In 2015, it is the manufacturer’s suggested price at release.
Current price
USD 344 It is the approximate market value (used or new) as of Feb/2026.

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