Nikon

D5500

Precision OpticsIntroduced 1959Produced 1959–Nikon D5500 family

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The Nikon D5500 is a single-lens reflex digital camera. The Nikon D5500 uses a Nikon F bayonet mount. The Nikon D5500 supports AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses only.^[1]^[2]

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Produced

1959–

Optics

Single-lens reflex digital camera^[1]

How it works

In a DSLR camera, a movable mirror directs light from the lens into an optical viewfinder. When the shutter is released, the mirror lifts and light strikes the image sensor to capture the exposure. The D5500 uses an eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder. The camera employs TTL exposure metering using a 2,016-pixel RGB sensor. The autofocus system is a Nikon Multi-CAM 4800DX module with TTL phase detection.^[2]^[1]

The camera records images in JPEG or NEF (RAW) format, including simultaneous RAW+JPEG capture. Storage is on SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards via a single card slot. The camera includes built-in Wi-Fi for wireless image transfer.^[2]^[1]

Applications

The camera is compatible with a wide range of Nikon F-mount lenses, including AF-S and AF-I types. Autofocus is available only with AF-S and AF-I lenses. The DX-format sensor provides a crop factor relative to full-frame FX format.^[2]^[1]

What do the numbers mean?

Optics & imaging3

Type: Single-lens reflex digital camera^[1]2 sources
Lens mount: Nikon F bayonet mount^[1]2 sources
Lens compatibility at a glance: AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses only^[1]

Dimensions & facilities2

Approx. dimensions: 4.9 x 3.9 x 2.8 in. (124 x 97 x 70 mm)^[1]
Approx. weight: 14.9 oz. (420 g)^[1]2 sources

Configuration & options14

Mount type: Bayonet^[3]
Throat diameter: 44 mm^[3]
Flange focal distance: 46.5 mm^[3]
Number of tabs: 3^[3]
Image sensor format: DX^[1]2 sources
Effective pixels: 24.2 million^[1]2 sources
Sensor size: 23.5 mm x 15.6 mm^[1]2 sources
Built-in Wi-Fi: Yes^[1]
Monitor size: 3.2 in. diagonal^[1]
Monitor type: Wide Viewing Angle, Vari-angle Touch TFT-LCD^[1]
Battery life: 820 shots (CIPA)^[1]2 sources
Monitor: 3.2 in. diagonal, Vari-angle Touch TFT-LCD^[2]
Wi-Fi: Built-in^[2]
Movie recording: Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 at up to 60 fps^[2]

Vintage & configurations

1959Production start^[3]
The F-mount was first introduced on the Nikon F camera in 1959.
2015-01-06Production start^[4]
The D5500 was introduced on 2015-01-06.
2016Replacement^[4]
The D5500 was replaced by the D5600 in November 2016.

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Frequently asked questions

What lens mount does the Nikon D5500 use?

The Nikon D5500 uses a Nikon F bayonet mount.^[1]^[2]

Which lenses support autofocus on the Nikon D5500?

The Nikon D5500 supports autofocus with AF-S and AF-I lenses.^[1]^[2]

Can the Nikon D5500 use non-CPU lenses?

The Nikon D5500 can use non-CPU lenses in mode M, but the exposure meter does not function. The electronic rangefinder can be used if the maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster.^[1]^[2]

What type of sensor does the Nikon D5500 use?

The Nikon D5500 uses a DX-format sensor with a size of 23.5 mm by 15.6 mm and 24.2 million effective pixels.^[1]^[2]

What storage media does the Nikon D5500 support?

The Nikon D5500 supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards.^[1]^[2]

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