Nikon
Nikon D5500
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | data not available | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 57.8 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 52.5 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | data not available | |
Age adjustment: ×0.85 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Nikon D5500 is a lightweight DSLR, notable as the first Nikon DSLR with a touchscreen, with 3637 sample photos on SampleShots. It's a good entry-level option for beginners learning photography. Its age means it lacks some of the advanced features found in newer cameras.
📸 Browse 4,528 real-world sample photos taken with this camera by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Release Year | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 24.2 Megapixels |
| Sensor Size | 23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Max Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| ISO Range | Auto, 100 - 25600 |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920x1080 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p) |
| Weight | 420 g |
| Dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70 mm |
| Special Features | First Nikon DSLR with a touchscreen, enhancing user interface and ease of use. |
Last updated: June 10, 2026
🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Nikon D5500, sourced from SampleShots.
🛒 Where to Buy the Nikon D5500
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🔌 Compatible Lenses
Native Nikon F Mount
Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 35-70mm f/2.8D
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G
Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4-5.6G
Zeiss Makro-Planar T* 2/50 ZF.2
Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II PZD Macro
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.8G
Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED
Tamron SP AF 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 272NII
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G
Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
Nikon Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX (IF)
