Nikon introduced its D5500 DSLR camera at CES in January, skipping a number in its modest update to the D5300 , which we reviewed in January 2014. Most of the changes affect secondary controls, leaving the main components unchanged.

Published in D-Photo Issue No. 65, we printed that the Nikon D5500 DSLR was 740g in weight (body only). This was an error and should have read 470g (body only). Here's the corrected review for you to see what Nikon's latest DSLR can achieve.

Nikon's mid-level DSLR line gets a solid upgrade in the form of the D5500, now the smallest and lightest DSLR yet made by Nikon. But don't let the small form factor fool you, as there's a lot of firepower packed inside this little gem.

Amazingly small for a DSLR; Great image quality for its class, including superb low light and high ISO performance; Generous JPEG buffer depth; High resolution, Amazingly lightweight and compact for a DSLR, Great image quality for its class, Excellent dynamic range, Excellent high ISO performance...

Buffer depths are shallow when shooting RAW; Lacks GPS from the predecessor; No AA filter means it's susceptible to aliasing artifacts, Auto and Incandescent white balance settings too warm in tungsten lighting, Shallow buffers when shooting RAW, Burst mode slows down with 14-bit RAW? files,...

Nikon has been introducing DSLRs at a fairly steady pace, releasing the D810, then the D750 and now the D5500. The D5500 is the mid-range model in the lineup and is different from the lot, simply because the camera comes with a fully articulating touchscreen, which also necessitates having a button...

Amazingly small; very well designed grip; touchscreen features are welcome; feature-packed

Viewfinder image could be larger; battery life is good but not great

If you buy it with 18 - 140 MM, you can save some money there compared to if you buy it with traditional 18=55 MM lens. Plus, 18-140 mm serves your all time purpose. Also, keep a room for buying that 35 mm Prime lens for that awesome portrait photography.

Touch Screen option to click pictures

Outdated Wi-Fi Nikon App

The D5500 refines the existing Nikon entry-level DSLR design with several notable improvements while keeping a very consistent feature-set. While external changes are easy to spot, the worthy upgrade is its revised 24 MP APS-C CMOS sensor which manages to deliver a full stop improvement in...

Low image noise; Very good sharpness; Great dynamic-range; Accurate AF system; Short shutter-lag; Excellent time-to-first-shot; Full HD video with autofocus; Quite usable with gloves on; Good battery-life

Some over-exposure; Below average AWB; AF on the slow side; Odd Live-View preview; Odd Auto ISO behavior; Self-timer resets after each use; No mechanical AF coupling

Upgraded from the D-3200 to the D-5500 and what a great camera! The transition from the 3200 to the 5500 was VERY easy. The tilt feature of the rear screen is the best. Also the lighter /slimmer body style is great for heavier lens (55-300mm in the bundle).

Upgraded from the D-3200 to the D-5500 and what a great camera! The transition from the 3200 to the 5500 was VERY easy; The tilt feature of the rear screen is the best; Also the lighter /slimmer body style is great for heavier lens (55-300mm in the bundle)

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Sturdy build but light weight; Performed perfectly out of box

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The camera came quickly. I put it into action and it took great pictures. It is sharp and the color looks great.

Souq delivered the product very next day which is really fab service. The product is as described and worth for the price it's being offered. Great deal!! Very much liked it

Great product at great price; Picture quality is really nice

Memory card not included