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# 39-point AF with 3D tracking Built-in Wi-Fi & GPS connectivity 24.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor Nikon D5300 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Auto Focus-S DX NIKKOR Zoom Lens (Black)

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** € 674.44
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## Summary

> 📷 Elevate your story — shoot sharp, share fast, and explore every angle!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nikon D5300 24.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Auto Focus-S DX NIKKOR Zoom Lens (Black) by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** € 674.44 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Cinematic Full HD Video:** Record stunning 1080p videos at up to 60fps with full-time autofocus and stereo sound for professional-quality storytelling.
- • **Versatile Vari-Angle LCD:** Shoot creatively from any angle with a 3.2-inch swiveling screen—perfect for selfies, overhead shots, and low perspectives.
- • **Stunning 24.2MP Resolution:** Capture ultra-detailed, lifelike images with a high-res sensor that lets you crop and enlarge without losing sharpness.
- • **Precision Autofocus Mastery:** Never miss a moment with a 39-point autofocus system featuring 3D tracking for razor-sharp focus on moving subjects.
- • **Instant Sharing & Geo-Tagging:** Built-in Wi-Fi and GPS let you share your adventures instantly and map your journeys with precise geotagging.

## Overview

The Nikon D5300 is a compact DSLR powerhouse featuring a 24.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor without an optical low-pass filter for exceptional image clarity. It boasts a 39-point autofocus system with 3D tracking, a 3.2-inch vari-angle LCD for flexible shooting, and built-in Wi-Fi and GPS for seamless sharing and geotagging. Capable of 5 fps continuous shooting and 1080p Full HD video recording, it’s designed for millennials who demand professional-grade quality with modern connectivity in a sleek, ergonomic body.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Dazzling image quality meets modern connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi® for instant photo sharing and remote camera control and built-in GPS with mapping for geotagging and tracking your adventures. An innovative new 24.2-megapixel image sensor captures the purest, most lifelike photos and 1080p Full HD videos imaginable, and a brilliant 3.2-inch swiveling Vari-angle display delivers beautiful views from any angle—all in a compact, sleek design. Capture and instantly share the most vibrant, lifelike images of your life.Meet the first in an exciting new generation of Wi-Fi® enabled, ultra-high-resolution Nikon HD-SLRs: the D5300. With built-in Wi-Fi for instant photo sharing to your smartphone or tablet, GPS and mapping, a cutting edge 24.2-megapixel image sensor, an extra-large swiveling Vari-angle LCD and more, D5300 brings an outstanding new level of image quality and capabilities in a compact, ergonomic design. Pair it with any NIKKOR lens—like the outstanding AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR kit lens—and unleash the full potential of its innovative image sensor. Every photo will be richer, truer to life than most photos you've seen. Every HD video will have a stunning cinematic look, a level of sharpness and clarity that ignites on ultra-high-resolution tablets, laptops and TVs. And the first time you use your smartphone or tablet to instantly share photos from the D5300, you'll realize the game has truly changed. Your life in breathtaking clarityA new level of image qualityThe sharpness, clarity and richness of colors in the D5300's photos and Full HD videos is nothing short of astounding. A recent design innovation allows the D5300's 24.2-megapixel DX format CMOS image sensor* to capture the purest, most lifelike images possible. Enlarge or crop your photos without losing any sharpness or detail—a feat not possible with most smartphones and lesser cameras. Pair that capability with any exceptional NIKKOR lens, marvels of clarity and sharpness in their own right, and you'll experience the image quality your memories deserve.*Exquisite detail reproduction realized by an image sensor unit designed without an optical low-pass filter.Share every stunning image, instantlyA new level of connectivityWith built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, the D5300 is the first in an exciting new generation of connected Nikon D-SLRs. Wirelessly connect to D5300 with your smartphone or tablet,* then browse the photos on D5300's memory card, import your favorites and instantly email them, text them or post them online. While connected, your smart device can also act as a remote monitor for the D5300. See what the camera sees and even fire the shutter—perfect for group shots and self portraits! When travelling, built-in GPS geotags all of your shots. Create exciting travel journals, find nearby Points of Interest and easily share your location data when posting photos on Facebook or Flickr.Take it on every outingCompact, lightweight, rugged and comfortableDon't let the small size of the D5300 fool you—it delivers big-camera quality and capabilities. Like all Nikon D-SLRs, the D5300 was designed for ergonomics—every button and dial was carefully placed for comfortable, efficient operation. Yet it's big in all the right places, like its 3.2-inch swiveling Vari-angle LCD and its 24.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor. You'll take the D5300 on every adventure, which means you'll bring home more stunning views of your travels. Shoot from any angleExtra-large swiveling Vari-angle displayThe D5300's extra-large ultra-high resolution Vari-angle LCD swivels 180° so you can shoot from exciting new angles. Hold the camera overhead for great shots over a crowd. Hold the camera down low for a fun face-to-face perspective of your pet. And create some of your best selfies yet—frame a stunning new profile pic, then upload it right to web, thanks to Wi-Fi connectivity!*Focus exactly where you want itWhether shooting stationary subjects, candid photos, high-speed action or Full HD video, the D5300 keeps everything in focus. Its 39-point high-density autofocus system with 9 cross-type sensors quickly locks onto your subject, and Nikon's unique 3D-tracking uses the 2,016-pixel RGB sensor to recognize and follow it across the frame.Catch exactly the right momentWhen photo-worthy action starts, hold down the shutter button and capture every movement, expression and feeling at 5 frames per second, even when using the Vari-angle LCD. Stop reaching for your smartphone when an important moment happens—except to share the great shot you just caught with the D5300.Storytelling at your fingertipsBring all the image quality the D5300 produces—softly blurred backgrounds, tack-sharp details, vibrant colors—to dazzling 1080p Full HD videos. In Live View, Nikon's full-time autofocus follows your subject and keeps it sharp. A built-in stereo microphone adds high-fidelity sound to your videos, or you can add Nikon's optional accessory ME-1 stereo microphone for the highest quality sound possible. Supplied AccessoriesEN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryMH-24 Quick ChargerDK-25 Rubber EyecupEG-CP16 Audio Video CableAN-DC3 Strap (Black)AN-DC3 Strap (Red)AN-DC3 Strap (Grey)DK-5 Eyepiece CapBF-1B Body CapBS-1 Accessory Shoe CapViewNX 2 Download the user manual.

Review: D5300 Continues the Brilliance of Nikon - I upgraded to this camera from a Nikon D40x. I love the D40x. I have had that camera since 2009. I got to where I had an almost Zen-like relationship to it. The only reason I upgraded to the D5300 was I wanted to experiment using some features my D40x did not have. In particular, I wanted to be able to bracket my shots. And, after seeing the pictures I got from a friend whose camera gave 16+ megapixel resolution, I wanted to see how 24+ megapixels resolution helped my photography if at all. My first trip out with my D5300 was a disappointment. The disappointment was not, however, with the camera. It was with me. I did not have the settings defined as I thought I had. This was due in part by the excitement of having a new camera and the fact that the menus on the 5300 are much more involved than those on the D40x. I came home and started taking pictures inside. I watched videos, went back to the camera manual and ran through the camera's menus again. I found some settings that were not where I thought they were and changed them, then started shooting some indoor pictures. This is the same style of photography I used with my D40x. Once I got the settings on my D5300 where I wanted them to be, I was blown away by the images. From a technical standpoint, I found nothing to complain about. Great color. Great resolution. Very good color rendition under different settings. While the D5300 is not as easy to figure out as the D40x, I do not see that as a minus. I have a multitude of new features on this camera that I did not have on the D40x. My only complaint about the camera is that the explanations of some of the menu items are not what they should be. There are still menu items I am not understanding. In time I expect the D5300 will become as much a part of my arm as my D40x feels. It may not be a perfect camera in some people's eyes. But, I did a lot of research into which camera would best suit my needs for the price and the Nikon D5300 won over all the others in contention. I have no regrets in my choice. I hope to be able to return to outdoor shooting soon. I will make sure I am all set up for the adventure this time. And, beyond any doubt, I believe the D5300 will take even more amazing photos than does my D40x, if that is possible. I enjoy photography. Nikon builds cameras that are not only technically brilliant, but fun to use as well. I highly recommend Nikon's D5300 to anyone that is interested in learning the possibilities this camera affords the user. *** Six Month Evaluation *** There are no real technical problems with this camera. However, I have changed my feelings towards it after having used it for six months. Some older reviewers may remember when CDs first came out. While they were amazing from a technological standpoint, the music lacked the warmth of a vinyl album. There was a very definite cold and sterile sound to the music. Even technicians admitted there was something different with a digitized sound versus an analog reproduction. Now, almost anyone realizes that a film photo has more depth and warmth to the image than a digital photograph. Yet, hardly anyone cares. I know I don't. The ease of creating a fine image through digitization is a photographer's siren call. Interestingly, however, as concerns my experience with a comparison of the results from my D40x to my D5300, all digitized images are not the same. With my D40x, with a minimal use of Lightroom, I could manage images that had nuance, warmth and a goodly amount of appeal that comes from that undefinable human connection. From the beginning, I recognized there was something different about the D5300's images. From the aspect of a human connection, there was a major disconnect. I concentrated to make sure I was careful in my settings. I assumed that my images were different because a setting or two was not correct. Goodness knows, the D5300 is all about options of settings. Well, after six months of using the D5300, I now realize that, like the sound of music from a CD, its images lacked the warmth and human appeal that I found so abundant with my D40x. I am a user of Flickr. I belong to the Nikon D5300 group. If one surveys the images posted in that group, it will quite soon become evident that the images are amazingly lacking in true appeal. They may look decent from a technical aspect. But, there is no human emotional presence to be found in the photos. If one doubts that a digital camera can present an emotional presence, go to any group dedicated to the Nikon D90. That camera has a soul that is absolutely amazing. I can look at a photograph and recognize if it was made with a D90 camera. What's my bottom line about this camera now? It lacks soul. It's a machine. Personally speaking, I have not been able to connect with it on anything other than a technical level. Technically it is superb. But, something is missing. And, that missing element becomes very apparent when looking at the images the D5300 makes. I use the term "makes" because it doesn't "take" an image. It "makes" one. There is a difference. Some photographers may not see that there is a difference between making an image and taking an image. Some photographers, alas, are not creative in their approach to photography. I do not always succeed in being creative. But, I do, at least, try. Even under the best of circumstances, my photos rarely connect with others. But, I don't take photos for others. I take them for me. Tragically, the D5300 does not create images to which I feel that human connection. If what I am saying makes sense to anyone, my advice would be to go to a site like Flickr and seriously study the images posted for this camera. Determine for yourself how you relate to the pictures on an emotional level. Then make your decision to either purchase or pass on this camera.
Review: Great camera... caution: a BIG leap from a simple Point-n-shoot (which is to be expected). - Tip #1: turn OFF the beep on your camera... immediately, no questions, just do it. NOW. It just announces to the world that you just bought it, and don't have a clue what you are doing. This may be true, but why advertise that fact, and annoy everyone around you with the annoying "beep...beep. Click. Beep...click. Beep, beep, beep....click". ;) Moving on: Any DSLR is not for the faint of heart, nor for those unwilling to read the user's manual for any mode other than "auto". Yes, you can leave it in the Green "Automatic mode w/ flash" or the "Auto mode without flash" and you'll do fine for snapshots and some great photographs as those moments present themselves. The "scenes" modes are a quick way to shoot various conditions we all find ourselves in often, without having to slow the fun with deep menu changes, just set it for "party" or "beach" or "candlelight" (etc.) and you'll be shooting very good shots. If you want to shoot huge RAW files, go full manual mode, alter the ISO settings, shoot time-lapse sequences, 1080p/60hz video, it is all there for the semi-professional, too. ISO goes to 12800 if you need it without too much noise. 3200 and 6400 ISO are much less noisy than my D70s model. I have the D70s model from a few years back, and I **REALLY** miss the front sub-control wheel. The D5300 has only one control wheel on the back for your thumb to rotate, and the lack of the second one up front is mind-boggling, forcing the user to hunt-n-peck on the LCD screen or with other buttons to switch up a few settings on the fly. The trade-off for that wheel was the flip-out screen and built in Wifi (vs. the more expensive new cameras with two wheels and more controls, so you don't have to use the LCD menu system). Remember, unless you are blowing up your photos to 30"x40", you can come down on the megapixel size to 6mpx or 12mpx without any drop in on-screen resolution. The files sizes are huge (11MP JPGs), so your hard-drive and uploads to facebook, twitter, etc will take much longer... so just shoot in 6MP "fine" or "normal" and you'll get fantastic pictures, without the bloated file sizes. Remember, MP only count if you do a lot of cropping or print enlargements. Google "Ken Rockwell megapixel myth" to learn more from the best about how "megapixels" are mostly hype. My D70s is a 6MP camera, and the pictures are gloriously beautiful (see the D70s group on Flickr). The battery life is about 200 shots for me, but I've been using the LCD screen alot and playing with settings, menus, etc. If/when I just flip the LCD monitor closed, and shoot through the viewfinder...it will probably shoot 500 photos on one battery. I do like that you can customize the "My Menu" for your most used settings, mine being: ISO, White balance, Set Picture Control, Release mode (timer/remote/continuous), Active-D Lighting, Image Size, Image Quality, Auto Information Display (on/off), Wi-Fi (on/off) Nikon has a great little feature so that when you have highlighted a menu item, you can hit the "?" button, and an on-screen paragraph explains the feature and what it does. Spend the few bucks to get a nice strap, camera bag and by all means the Nikon remote shutter control (under $10)...which is totally the best thing for tripod family shots and be in the picture. You can flip the LCD around to make sure you and everyone else is in the picture, hit the remote, and get a 2sec, 5sec or 10sec time delay to the picture (or instant, but then you can't hide the remote in time!). The WiFi option is pretty cool, and when enabled allows you to hook to the camera via your smartphone, download pictures, or even see what the camera sees (!), and use the phone as a remote shutter release. Once on your phone, hop back on the 4G network or your home wifi, and upload to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Pretty sweet. The phone can also act as a temporary backup to your camera memory card. Hope that helps... I'm lovin' it, and still think the flip-out screen is what we needed for selfies and family photos. If you don't need the flip-out screen, need lots of manual controls, and have the budget, move up to a Nikon with dual control wheels. Cheers, Doc Rings

## Features

- 24MP DX-format CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter
- 39-point AF system with 3d tracking and 3d matrix metering ii
- 5 frames per second continuous shooting
- ISO 100 - 12800 (expandable to 25600)
- 3.2" vari-angle lcd with 1,037,000 dots
- 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p) and 720 (60p, 50p) HD video (H.264/MPEG-4)
- Built-in Wi-Fi (for sharing and remote camera control) and GPS
- Raw and raw+ jpg shooting
- SD/sdhc/sdxc memory

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00I1CPA0O |
| Aperture modes | A |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 39 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #66,275 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #51 in DSLR Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 14 Bit |
| Brand | Nikon |
| Built-In Media | AN-DC3 Camera Strap, BF-1B Body Cap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover, D5300 DX-format Digital SLR Kit with 18-55mm DX Vibration Reduction II Lens (Black), DK-25 Rubber Eyecup, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, EG-CP16 Audio Video Cable, EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, LC-52 Snap-on Front Lens Cap, LF-4 Rear Lens Cap, MH-24 Quick Charger, Nikon View NX 2 CD-ROM, UC-E17 USB Cable |
| Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
| Camera Lens | 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-P DX NIKKOR Zoom Lens (Nikon F (DX) mount) |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Nikon F (FX), Nikon F (DX) |
| Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (DX), Nikon F (FX) |
| Connectivity Technology | NTSC, PAL |
| Continuous Shooting | 5 |
| Crop Mode | DX-format |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,114) |
| Digital Zoom | 0.82 x |
| Digital-Still | No |
| Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 1037000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 1037000 |
| Effective Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture priority (A), Automatic, Manual, Shutter-priority (S) |
| File Format | JPEG: Fine, Normal, Basic, RAW: 12- or 14-bit, compressed, DPOF compatible, DCF 2.0 compliant |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | UHS-I |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Flash Modes | Automatic, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync |
| Focus Features | Nikon Multi-CAM4800DX |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C), Manual Focus (MF), Single-Servo AF (AF-S) |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact SLR |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00018208015221 |
| HDMI Type | Type C Mini HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Has Self-Timer | Yes |
| ISO Range | Auto, 100 - 12800 (25600 with boost) |
| Image Capture Type | Stills |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Item Weight | 1.06 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Lens Construction | 11 Elements in 8 Groups |
| Lens Type | Interchangeable |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 Seconds |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | Nikon D5300 |
| Model Number | 1522 |
| Model Series | D5300 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Optical Zoom | 3 x |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 52 Millimeters |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 24.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Real Angle Of View | 44.2 Degrees |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3.2 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 5300 |
| Shooting Modes | Portrait, landscape, child, sports, close-up, night portrait, night landscape, party/indoor, beach/snow, sunset, pet portrait, candlelight and more |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Face Detection |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, MPEG-4, Other, RAW |
| Total Still Resolution | 24.2 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 3 |
| UPC | 018208947652 018208015221 845251087048 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Eye-level Pentamirror Single-Lens Reflex |
| Warranty Description | 1 year coverage for labor, 1 year coverage for parts, This warranty doesn't apply to the batteries and software driver that accompany this product |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | up to 90 MB/s |
| Zoom | optical |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon F (DX), Nikon F (FX)
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** No
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 Millimeters
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 55 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 3 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG: Fine, Normal, Basic, RAW: 12- or 14-bit, compressed, DPOF compatible, DCF 2.0 compliant

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How is the GPS quality? Does it take a while to get a signal, and does it lose it easily?**
A: I'm sorry, I have not used the gps feature, so I don't know about how effective the signal is, but in general I absolutely love this camera. I get incredible photos, even with the stock lenses.

**Q: Will my lenses fit from my old 35 mm?**
A: Only your old Nikon, but it will only work as a manual lens.  With this Nikon they have moved to a new type of motor used to focus using VRII technolgy to reduce vibration in the image form the movement of the lens focusing motor. I tried all my lenses from my F1 and 8008.  They can be used only in manually mode. That's a drawback that doesn't matter to me.  It could affect your decision.

**Q: Which lens is recommended for a beginner shooting mostly self portraits, nature, daily life etc - 18-55 or 18-140? Main differences between the two?**
A: I don't know what others would recommend, but my humble (not at all professional) opinion is that if I only had one lens, I would want the 18-140.  I take a lot of pictures that are just as you describe and I switch between my smaller lens (18 - 55) and my longer lens (55 - 200) all the time.  The ability to zoom in tighter than the 55 is really nice.  Hope this helps!

**Q: Is the 18 x 55 mm lens an af-s or an am-p?**
A: AF-S as shown in the picture

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ D5300 Continues the Brilliance of Nikon
*by T***E on July 18, 2014*

I upgraded to this camera from a Nikon D40x. I love the D40x. I have had that camera since 2009. I got to where I had an almost Zen-like relationship to it. The only reason I upgraded to the D5300 was I wanted to experiment using some features my D40x did not have. In particular, I wanted to be able to bracket my shots. And, after seeing the pictures I got from a friend whose camera gave 16+ megapixel resolution, I wanted to see how 24+ megapixels resolution helped my photography if at all. My first trip out with my D5300 was a disappointment. The disappointment was not, however, with the camera. It was with me. I did not have the settings defined as I thought I had. This was due in part by the excitement of having a new camera and the fact that the menus on the 5300 are much more involved than those on the D40x. I came home and started taking pictures inside. I watched videos, went back to the camera manual and ran through the camera's menus again. I found some settings that were not where I thought they were and changed them, then started shooting some indoor pictures. This is the same style of photography I used with my D40x. Once I got the settings on my D5300 where I wanted them to be, I was blown away by the images. From a technical standpoint, I found nothing to complain about. Great color. Great resolution. Very good color rendition under different settings. While the D5300 is not as easy to figure out as the D40x, I do not see that as a minus. I have a multitude of new features on this camera that I did not have on the D40x. My only complaint about the camera is that the explanations of some of the menu items are not what they should be. There are still menu items I am not understanding. In time I expect the D5300 will become as much a part of my arm as my D40x feels. It may not be a perfect camera in some people's eyes. But, I did a lot of research into which camera would best suit my needs for the price and the Nikon D5300 won over all the others in contention. I have no regrets in my choice. I hope to be able to return to outdoor shooting soon. I will make sure I am all set up for the adventure this time. And, beyond any doubt, I believe the D5300 will take even more amazing photos than does my D40x, if that is possible. I enjoy photography. Nikon builds cameras that are not only technically brilliant, but fun to use as well. I highly recommend Nikon's D5300 to anyone that is interested in learning the possibilities this camera affords the user. *** Six Month Evaluation *** There are no real technical problems with this camera. However, I have changed my feelings towards it after having used it for six months. Some older reviewers may remember when CDs first came out. While they were amazing from a technological standpoint, the music lacked the warmth of a vinyl album. There was a very definite cold and sterile sound to the music. Even technicians admitted there was something different with a digitized sound versus an analog reproduction. Now, almost anyone realizes that a film photo has more depth and warmth to the image than a digital photograph. Yet, hardly anyone cares. I know I don't. The ease of creating a fine image through digitization is a photographer's siren call. Interestingly, however, as concerns my experience with a comparison of the results from my D40x to my D5300, all digitized images are not the same. With my D40x, with a minimal use of Lightroom, I could manage images that had nuance, warmth and a goodly amount of appeal that comes from that undefinable human connection. From the beginning, I recognized there was something different about the D5300's images. From the aspect of a human connection, there was a major disconnect. I concentrated to make sure I was careful in my settings. I assumed that my images were different because a setting or two was not correct. Goodness knows, the D5300 is all about options of settings. Well, after six months of using the D5300, I now realize that, like the sound of music from a CD, its images lacked the warmth and human appeal that I found so abundant with my D40x. I am a user of Flickr. I belong to the Nikon D5300 group. If one surveys the images posted in that group, it will quite soon become evident that the images are amazingly lacking in true appeal. They may look decent from a technical aspect. But, there is no human emotional presence to be found in the photos. If one doubts that a digital camera can present an emotional presence, go to any group dedicated to the Nikon D90. That camera has a soul that is absolutely amazing. I can look at a photograph and recognize if it was made with a D90 camera. What's my bottom line about this camera now? It lacks soul. It's a machine. Personally speaking, I have not been able to connect with it on anything other than a technical level. Technically it is superb. But, something is missing. And, that missing element becomes very apparent when looking at the images the D5300 makes. I use the term "makes" because it doesn't "take" an image. It "makes" one. There is a difference. Some photographers may not see that there is a difference between making an image and taking an image. Some photographers, alas, are not creative in their approach to photography. I do not always succeed in being creative. But, I do, at least, try. Even under the best of circumstances, my photos rarely connect with others. But, I don't take photos for others. I take them for me. Tragically, the D5300 does not create images to which I feel that human connection. If what I am saying makes sense to anyone, my advice would be to go to a site like Flickr and seriously study the images posted for this camera. Determine for yourself how you relate to the pictures on an emotional level. Then make your decision to either purchase or pass on this camera.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great camera... caution: a BIG leap from a simple Point-n-shoot (which is to be expected).
*by A***S on December 28, 2013*

Tip #1: turn OFF the beep on your camera... immediately, no questions, just do it. NOW. It just announces to the world that you just bought it, and don't have a clue what you are doing. This may be true, but why advertise that fact, and annoy everyone around you with the annoying "beep...beep. Click. Beep...click. Beep, beep, beep....click". ;) Moving on: Any DSLR is not for the faint of heart, nor for those unwilling to read the user's manual for any mode other than "auto". Yes, you can leave it in the Green "Automatic mode w/ flash" or the "Auto mode without flash" and you'll do fine for snapshots and some great photographs as those moments present themselves. The "scenes" modes are a quick way to shoot various conditions we all find ourselves in often, without having to slow the fun with deep menu changes, just set it for "party" or "beach" or "candlelight" (etc.) and you'll be shooting very good shots. If you want to shoot huge RAW files, go full manual mode, alter the ISO settings, shoot time-lapse sequences, 1080p/60hz video, it is all there for the semi-professional, too. ISO goes to 12800 if you need it without too much noise. 3200 and 6400 ISO are much less noisy than my D70s model. I have the D70s model from a few years back, and I **REALLY** miss the front sub-control wheel. The D5300 has only one control wheel on the back for your thumb to rotate, and the lack of the second one up front is mind-boggling, forcing the user to hunt-n-peck on the LCD screen or with other buttons to switch up a few settings on the fly. The trade-off for that wheel was the flip-out screen and built in Wifi (vs. the more expensive new cameras with two wheels and more controls, so you don't have to use the LCD menu system). Remember, unless you are blowing up your photos to 30"x40", you can come down on the megapixel size to 6mpx or 12mpx without any drop in on-screen resolution. The files sizes are huge (11MP JPGs), so your hard-drive and uploads to facebook, twitter, etc will take much longer... so just shoot in 6MP "fine" or "normal" and you'll get fantastic pictures, without the bloated file sizes. Remember, MP only count if you do a lot of cropping or print enlargements. Google "Ken Rockwell megapixel myth" to learn more from the best about how "megapixels" are mostly hype. My D70s is a 6MP camera, and the pictures are gloriously beautiful (see the D70s group on Flickr). The battery life is about 200 shots for me, but I've been using the LCD screen alot and playing with settings, menus, etc. If/when I just flip the LCD monitor closed, and shoot through the viewfinder...it will probably shoot 500 photos on one battery. I do like that you can customize the "My Menu" for your most used settings, mine being: ISO, White balance, Set Picture Control, Release mode (timer/remote/continuous), Active-D Lighting, Image Size, Image Quality, Auto Information Display (on/off), Wi-Fi (on/off) Nikon has a great little feature so that when you have highlighted a menu item, you can hit the "?" button, and an on-screen paragraph explains the feature and what it does. Spend the few bucks to get a nice strap, camera bag and by all means the Nikon remote shutter control (under $10)...which is totally the best thing for tripod family shots and be in the picture. You can flip the LCD around to make sure you and everyone else is in the picture, hit the remote, and get a 2sec, 5sec or 10sec time delay to the picture (or instant, but then you can't hide the remote in time!). The WiFi option is pretty cool, and when enabled allows you to hook to the camera via your smartphone, download pictures, or even see what the camera sees (!), and use the phone as a remote shutter release. Once on your phone, hop back on the 4G network or your home wifi, and upload to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Pretty sweet. The phone can also act as a temporary backup to your camera memory card. Hope that helps... I'm lovin' it, and still think the flip-out screen is what we needed for selfies and family photos. If you don't need the flip-out screen, need lots of manual controls, and have the budget, move up to a Nikon with dual control wheels. Cheers, Doc Rings

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***N on May 8, 2017*

Excelente cámara, ideal para viajes, compacta y potente, entre esta y la 5500, no hay mucha diferencia en características, pero si en precio.

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