Best Rated Nikon Digital DSLRs (2016-2017) – This is a roundup of the Top-Rated Nikon Digital SLRs and a comparison of features. Nikon digital SLRs have dropped dramatically over the last several years, while features and capabilities have increased. The SLRs are grouped under $1000 and over $1000. Nikon’s 2016 Expeed 4 Processor is 30% faster than the previous generation. Also new for is the Full HD 60p high framerate (60 frames/second) for the video on the latest models. Below is a comparison of Nikon DSLRs along with the key features and reviews for each model. Nikon DSLRs come with either a Full Frame imager, or a cropped DX imager. The latest Nikon SLRs all now have Full HD video movie modes.
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Nikon D3300 DSLR Camera |
Nikon D5300 DSLR Camera |
Nikon D7200 DSLR Camera |
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DX Imager 24.2 Megapixels Full HD Movies ISO 100-12800 39 Autofocus Points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,037,000 dots Touchscreen LCD Live View Built-in flash 30 – 1/4000 sec Burst Mode: 5.0 fps 4.9″ x 3.9″ x 3.0″ EXPEED 4 processor External Mic Jack Movie Resolution: 1080p @ 60fps 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps Full Time Autofocus Built-in WiFi |
DX Imager 24.2 Megapixels Full HD Movies ISO 100-12800 11 Autofocus Points 3.0-inch TFT LCD with 921,000 pixels LCD Live View Built-in flash 30 – 1/4000 sec Burst Mode: 4.0 fps 4.9″ x 3.9″ x 3.0″ EXPEED 4 processor External Mic Jack Movie Resolution: 1080p @ 60fps, 50fps 1080p @ 24fps 1080p @ 30fps Full Time Autofocus |
DX Imager 24.2 Megapixels Full HD Movies ISO 100-12800 39 Autofocus Points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,037,000 dots LCD Live View Built-in flash 30 – 1/4000 sec Burst Mode: 5.0 fps 4.9″ x 3.9″ x 3.0″ EXPEED 4 processor External Mic Jack Movie Resolution: 1080p @ 60fps 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps Full Time Autofocus Built-in WiFi |
DX Imager 24.2 Megapixels HD Movie Mode (1080p) ISO 100-25,600 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,228,800 dots LCD Live View 51 AF focus points Built-in Flash 30 – 1/8000 sec Burst Mode: 6.0 fps 5.3″ x 4.2″ x 3.0″ EXPEED 4 processor Movie Resolution: 1080p @ 60fps 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps 720p @ 60fps External Mic Jack Headphone Jack Built-in WiFi |
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Nikon D7100 Digital SLR |
Nikon D750 FX-format DSLR Camera |
Nikon D810 FX-format DSLR Camera |
Nikon D4s FX-format DSLR Camera |
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DX Imager 24.1 Megapixels Full HD Movies Native ISO 100-6400 EXP ISO 25,600 51 AF focus points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,229,000 dots LCD Live View Built-in Flash 30 – 1/8000 sec Burst Mode: 6.0 fps 5.3″ x 4.2″ x 3.0″ EXPEED 3 processor Movie Resolution: 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps 720p @ 24fps 720p @ 30fps External Mic Jack |
Full Frame 24.3 Megapixels Full HD Movies Native ISO 100-12800 EXP ISO 51,200 51 AF focus points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,229,000 dots LCD Live View no built-in flash 30 – 1/4000 sec Exposure Durability 150,000 Burst Mode: 6.5 fps 5.6″ x 4.5″ x 3.1″ EXSPEED 4 Processor Movie resolution: 1080p @ 60fps, 50fps. 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps, 25fps. External Mic Jack Headphone Jack Manual Audio Level Built-in Wifi |
Full Frame 36.3 Megapixels Full HD Movies Native ISO 64-12800 EXP ISO 51,200 51 AF focus points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 1,229,000 dots LCD Live View Built-in flash 30 – 1/8000 sec Exposure Durability 200,000 Burst Mode: 5.0 fps 5.8″ x 4.9″ x 3.3″ EXSPEED 4 Processor Movie resolution: 1080p @ 60fps, 50fps. 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps, 25fps. External Mic Jack Headphone Jack Manual Audio Level HDMI uncompressed |
Full Frame 16.2 Megapixels Full HD Movies Native ISO 100-25,600 EXP ISO 409,600 51 AF focus points 3.2-inch TFT LCD with 921,000 pxls LCD Live View no built-in flash 30 – 1/8000 sec Exposure Durability 400,000 Burst Mode: 11 fps 6.3″ x 6.2″ x 3.6″ EXPEED 4 processor Movie resolution: 1080p @ 60fps, 50fps. 1080p @ 30fps 1080p @ 24fps, 25fps. External Mic Jack Headphone Jack Manual Audio Level HDMI uncompressed |
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Full Frame Imager = This means that the imaging sensor is the same size as 35mm film. 35mm lenses will operate on these DSLRs with the same focal lengths as they do on 35mm film cameras. APS-C Imager = This imager is smaller than a Full Frame imager. Lenses used on SLRs with APS-C imagers have a focal length about 1.6x that of full frame imagers. This means that the telephoto end of the lens will be greater. Nikon uses the terminology DX Imager for this size imager. New digital lenses have been developed for these type of SLRs. DX Imager = This imager is smaller than a Full Frame imager. Lenses used on SLRs with DX imagers have a focal length about 1.6x that of full frame imagers. This means that the telephoto end of the lens will be greater. Nikon uses the terminology DX Imager for this size imager. New digital lenses have been developed for these type of SLRs. The DX imager is approximately the same size as the APS-C imager. AF Points = More expensive cameras have more AF points than lower end cameras. The more AF points, the better the focusing system. Nikon Cameras range from 11 to 53 AF points. ISO = This refers to how sensitive the image sensor is to the amount of light present. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the image sensor and ability to take pictures in low-light situations. Live View = Allows you to preview your picture on the LCD screen instead of only through the viewfinder. Burst Mode = This is how many pictures (or frames) can be taken rapid fire per second at maximum resolution. HD Movie Mode = These cameras can operate as an HD camcorder as well as an SLR. We also list the resolution (1080p and 720p) with the (frames per second) for the HD movie mode. External Mic Jack = This indicates that an External microphone jack is available. This is important for the best quality sound from your HD Video recording. You can use a wide array of microphones, including wireless, amplified and corded microphones. Exposure Durability = How many pictures can you expect to get over the lifetime of the camera. TFT LCD = This refers to the LCD screen in the back of the camera. |
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