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I have purchased Nikon D5200 exactly a week back on this day from a local renowned dealer at a much lower price than quoted on Flipkart.nnI was on the verge of buying a D5100 in October 2012 when I read about the impending launch of the D5200. So I waited patiently.nnDoes it mean D5100 is inferior - the answer is "NO" but just that it has a more experienced and better equipped elder brother who has joined the family.nnBoth the cameras have common strengths and weaknesses. To mention a few -nnSTRENGTHS - Low noise (grain) at high ISO's / good image quality and colour depth / flip out screens / focus continuously while recording movies / in-camera HDR (high dynamic range)nnWEAKNESSES - No focus motor / slow max shutter speed (1/4000 of a second ) / no image stabilization / no panorama mode / slow continuous shooting ( 5fps on D5200 vs 4fps on D5100 )nnDIFFERENCES - D5100 is a good 10k less than D5200 with the 18-55mm kit lens / longer battery life in D5100nnSo why should one buy a D5200???nn1. Many more focus points - 39 vs 11n2. Much higher resolution - 24MP vs 16.1MPn3. More cross-type focus points - 9 vs 1n4. Shoots faster - 5fps vs 4fpsn5. In-built audio - Stereo vs MononnD5100 was launched in April 2011 nnI have not had a proper opportunity to put my camera through the grid but the few shots taken are simply amazing. I will probably write another review later.nnI am a complete amateur so far as photography goes but learning everyday.nnHope the above helps...
Before i share my views on the camera, let me acknowledge the incredibly swift delivery of the product. In a day's time, if you can believe. Marvelous job FlipKart. nnI have a passion for photography. Having said that, I am no expert on DSLR's. To satiate my passion, I first bought myself Cannon EOS 1000D and used it extensively for shooting portraits, wildlife, nature, buildings etcetra over a 3 year period. I was impressed with the pictures until i came across a friend who showed the images he had shot using Nikon D5100. Despite lacking in professional knowledge on photography, i could easily see the difference in sharpness and quality of images. Nikon was definitely in a different league. nnI decided to progress to the next level and buy a Nikon. Before purchase, i did my research by comparing Nikon with Cannon. I was glad that Nikon camera's scored higher on various parameters when compared with a relative product manufactured by Cannon. nn I brought down my search to two products of Nikon, D90 and D5200. I spent sometime studying both. And finally decided to go in for D5200 buoyed by the various modes of photography offered on this camera. Despite my research i was tentative since i was not paying peanuts for this camera. When i finally got the camera, I started exploring it. nnI was fascinated with the choice of modes, the menu options, the image quality, size, flash effect to mention a few. The camera also enables you to shoot using various effects instead of editing using applications.nnThe camera came with an 18-55 mm VR kit lens. I have shot portraits, buildings and nature using this product. And boy have i been impressed with the images. nnMy journey with this fascinating product has just begun. So far so good!
Brand | Nikon |
Type | Digital SLR |
Title | Nikon D5200 (Body) Digital SLR Camera |
Type | CMOS Sensor |
Image Sensor Format | DX |
Size(W x H) | 23.5 x 15.6 mm, APS-C inch |
Processor Model | Expeed 3 Processor |
Effective Resolution | 24.1 MP Resolution |
Mount | Nikkor F |
Resolution Available |
1920x1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280x720 Pixels (720p HD) |
File Format | MOV |
fps |
1080p Frame rate : 24, 25, 30 720p Frame rate : 60 |
Slow Motion Effect | Yes |
Built in Flash | Yes |
Flash Features | External flash, Flash exposure compensation |
Hot Shoe/Flash mount | Yes |
Lock Buttons | AF |
Direct Print | PictBridge |
Wifi | No |
HDMI | Yes |
Bluetooth | No |
NFC | No |
Pictbridge | Yes |
USB | Yes, Type 2.0, 480 MB |
Other connectivity features | Compatible with UHS-I |
Viewfinder | Yes, Penta mirror |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Size | 3 Inch |
Display Resolution (No.of dots) | 921000 dots |
Moveable Display | Yes |
Touchscreen | No |
No. of supported language | 26 |
Brightness Adjustment | Yes, 3 levels |
Memory Card Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Memory Card Capacity | 32 GB |
Storage File system | EXIF |
ISO | Auto, 100-25600 ISO |
Auto Focus | Yes, Contrast detection, Phase detection |
AF Points | 39 Points |
Touch Focus | No |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
In-camera Editing | Pictures, Resizing, Red-eye correction when previewing, Videos, Movie Mode Edit, Picture Control System :Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Color Balance, Color Outline, Color Sketch, D-Lighting Distortion Control,Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch , Selective Color, Side-by-Side Comparison, Straighten ,Trim |
HDR Shooting Mode | Yes |
Drive Mode | Yes, Single Frame, Continuous L, Continuous H, Self-timer, Delayed Remote ML-L3, Quick-response Remote ML-L3, Quiet Shutter Release, Photography Supported |
Burst Mode | No |
Microphone | Yes |
Self Timer | 10 seconds, 2 seconds |
White Balance Type | Auto, Cloudy, Custom, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent |
Scene Modes | Beach/Snow, Candlelight, Children, Close-up(Macro), Landscape, Night Landscape, Night portrait, Party Mode, Portrait, Sports, Sunset |
Iris control | Yes |
Image File Formats | JPEG, RAW |
Image Minimum Resolution | 5.9 MP |
Video File Formats | MOV |
Exposure modes | Aperture priority, Automatic Mode, Full manual, Program Mode, Scene Mode, Shutter Speed priority |
Exposure Lock | Yes |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 129 x 98 x 78 mm |
Weight | 505 Gram |
Rugged | No |
Warranty Period | 2 Years |
Battery model | EN-EL14 |
Battery | Rechargeable(proprietary) |
Battery Type | Li-ion |
No of Shots | 550 Shots |
Accessories Inbox | Warranty Card), Digital Camera D5200 with Lens AF-S DX VR 18 55 mm/ f/3.5 f/5.6 G II 1 Set (Including: Strap, AV Cable, Software, Manual and Guide Book, USB Cacble, Eyepiece Cap, Rechargable Battery, Battery Charger |
Accessories Supported | Tripod Socket |
Has Focal Length
18-55 mm
Has Shutter Speed
30-1/4000 sec
Has Aperture
F3.5-F5.6
Lesser No Of Shots:
440 vs 550
Lower Resolution:
18 MP vs 24.1 MP
Higher weight:
525 gms vs 505 gms
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP
Lower weight:
455 gms vs 505 gms
Has Focal Length
18-55 mm
Has Image Stablization
Has Focal Length
18-55 mm
Has Shutter Speed
30-1/4000 sec
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP
Lower weight:
455 gms vs 505 gms
Has WiFi
More No Of Shots:
580 vs 550
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP
Higher weight:
596 gms vs 505 gms