For Nikon, the D5000 series of cameras is a way to have multiple entry-level DSLRs to suit all budgets. Rather than upgrading a model and discontinuing the last one, Nikon keeps roughly three D5000-series models going at the same time.

High-resolution sensor with no optical low-pass filter gives good image quality; Quick autofocus system; Great colour rendition

Lacks control buttons; No built-in GPS module

A tempting, beginner-friendly DSLR.

Detailed images; Monocoque design; Articulated touchscreen

Relatively cramped viewfinder

If you're looking for an entry-level D-SLR, then the D5500 should definitely be on your shortlist. It's got all the features you'd expect from a camera in this category, as well as a few pleasant surprises.

The Nikon D5500 is an excellent DSLR in the budget segment. While it is an incremental upgrade over the Nikon D5300, there are different customer groups to whom the D5500 will make sense. For entry-level photographers looking for more lenses, the D5300 will make sense.

Light; compact unit; Fast autofocus; Fluid touchscreen interface; Excellent dynamic range; Massive array of compatible lenses; Wireless connectivity

Light body not ideal for heavy lenses; No antialiasing filter; No in-built GPS

Easy to use; I like the viewfinder as well as the screen; Lightweight

Not yet - I am still getting used to the camera but have no found anything I am not happy with

Nikon D5500 is a compact and lightweight DSLR camera that clicks great quality images and comes packed with features a photography enthusiast would ever need. It lacks aperture control but overall it's a great bet with decent battery backup.

Excellent image quality; compact and light; 3.2-inch fully articulating LCD screen; advanced Auto ISO controls; decent battery life

No aperture control or Auto ISO in movie mode; basic smartphone app

Although many turn to their smartphones today to take photos the Nikon DSLRs are still top quality cameras. The D5500 is the first time I have gotten a feature that I have long wanted; the ability to have a wireless connection to a tablet or other WiFi device.

This is one of the best Nikon's in my opinion. Digital SLR is not for everyone but if that's your thing then this is the one to buy - it has great reviews around the web.

In recent times, we noticed that Nikon has fallen in to a trend of releasing a new version of their DSLR camera almost once every year. But instead of giving the new models a complete design/feature overhaul, these "new" models are mostly a reincarnation of the old ones plus the addition a few new...

Compact and lightweight body; Decent build quality for an entry-level camera; Improved camera grip; Articulating display; Display offers good outdoor legibility and is responsive to touch inputs; Relatively fast autofocus; Addition of new 3D Subject Tracking feature; Good image quality and noise...

Lacked GPS module; Autofocus is quite noisy when shooting video; Mirror slaps during shooting a picture is quite loud

The measure of a camera is not its cost or features or even the size of its sensor. A camera is measured by the images it helps you capture and the depth, scope, and quality of these images. The Nikon D5500 let me capture some unusual moments. But is it the camera I've been looking for?