Nikon D3300 camera review. Images captured with the D3300 perfectly capture the atmosphere of important events of the main disadvantages of the D3300

The D3300 is one of the smallest and lightest DSLRs on the market. The new lens that comes with the DSLR is pushed forward in this photo with a focal length of about 30 mm.

Camera control

The D3300 retains the same controls and mode switches. The new camera has all the necessary buttons to make the work of novice photographers simple and straightforward.

New included 18-55mm lens

As mentioned, along with the D3300, Nikon is planning a new AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 VR II lens. The main difference from the old model is the smaller size and weight of the optics. In use, the Nikkor 18-55mm will be about the same size as its predecessor. When turned off, it is much more compact.

New 18-55mm off

The 18-55 also features Silent Wave Motor and Vibration Reduction as the previous model, however new lens takes up much less space when turned off.

New AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G lens

Nikon also announced the new AF-S Nikkor 35mm F1.8G lens, which will retail for approximately $ 600. While the optics are primarily intended for full-frame models, the Nikkor 35mm will be able to work with DX-format cameras such as the D3300, with an equivalent focal length of 52.5mm. The lens is also very light and compact.

D3300 with Nikkor 35mm F1.8G lens

While most users will likely not use the D3300 with the new Nikkor 35mm F1.8G lens, as the same DX version is much cheaper, this photo illustrates the relatively small size of the 35mm F1.8G.

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In the jubilee year for Nikon, we decided to step back a bit from new products, and pay attention to one of the cameras, which showed itself positively and gradually found its place and circle of fans.

This camera may have been a little pushed by the release of a newer model - the D3400, but this is not a reason to discount it at all - the Nikon D3300 is still one of the best cameras for beginners, especially in its price category.

Of course, even with the growing popularity of mirrorless cameras, especially among aspiring photographers, DSLRs are in many ways much better suited for the first steps in photography. Especially for those who are planning to switch to more professional cameras in the future, among which DSLRs are still dominant.

Nikon's D3000 series has already won its fans and proven quality. Anyone who wants to get convenient control, quality of shooting and a wide range of lenses from the camera can safely choose cameras of this series from Nikon.

A brief overview of the functionality

The Nikon D3300's APS-C sensor has a resolution of 24.2. This is especially attractive since a similar sensor is found in the much more expensive Nikon D7200, a camera aimed at the advanced user.

As in the rest of the Nikon family, manufacturers have abandoned the low-pass filter in the D3300, and the result is more detail in images and sharper photos. This will be especially noticeable if you compare the photos taken with the D3200 and D3300.

In addition, the camera's light sensitivity ranges from ISO100 to 12.800. And if you take advantage of the additional expansion settings, you get ISO25.600 from this camera, which will be enough for various lighting conditions.

The D3300 boasts a second generation EXPEED 4 image processor (exactly the same as on the Nikon D5300). The processor allows this camera to shoot at a maximum duration of 5 frames per second. In continuous shooting mode, by the way, the camera is capable of taking up to 100 high-quality JPEG photos.

EXPEED 4 allows the D3300 to also shoot Full HD video at 50p / 60p frame rate with Dynamic AF. The camera records the sound on the built-in stereo microphone. Of course, for those interested in 4K video, it's better to take a closer look at the more advanced ones. Nikon models, or try mirrorless cameras.

Nikon D3300 also allows you to use stylized effects for original video or JPEG photo design. This includes a Pop filter that increases saturation, Toy Camera for a retro effect, and Easy Panorama. On the LCD display of the camera, you can see a preview of the effects before applying them.

A separate 420-pixel RGB matrix is responsible for collecting exposure, white balance and focus data for transferring it to the automatic scene recognition system.

The on-camera Hybrid AF has 11 focus points for greater sensitivity. We have already seen such autofocus on previous models. It might sound a little simple, especially when compared to mirrorless cameras, but it has been tried out on numerous cameras and has received its fair share of positive reviews.

The battery, despite the fact that it has not changed from the D3200 model, thanks to the processor, holds much more. According to the manufacturer, Nikon D3300 is capable of taking up to 700 frames on a single charge.

Housing and management

The D3300 is the second camera in Nikon's lineup to use a monocoque design. That is, the chassis structure is one-piece, so the camera, compared to its predecessor, is much lighter.

The size of the camera has also become smaller, although outwardly it is not very noticeable. The camera fits comfortably in your hands, and thanks to the coating, it will not slip out.

What distinguishes Nikon D3300 from other cameras especially positively is the presence of a retractable 18-15mm lens in the kit. Again, compared to miniature mirrorless cameras, it is still large, but compared to the D3200, this is a really significant improvement. The lens fits easily even into a small camera bag.

Before using the lens, you will first have to press the button on its body, which will bring it into working condition. That is, the camera launch time will increase slightly. But if you are in a hurry, the lens can simply not be folded.

On the back of the camera body there is a standard wheel for adjusting aperture, shutter speed, mode, and so on. In fully manual mode, to control the settings, you need to press the exposure compensation button and turn the wheel.

As with any starter camera, there aren't many buttons on the D3300. In addition to a wheel for controlling exposure and modes on top, there is an exposure compensation button on the body, an information button that turns off the rear display so that it does not interfere when using the viewfinder.

You can quickly access the menu using the “i” button on the back of the case. And of course the navigation buttons.

The function button next to the lens mount allows you to quickly change ISO, or JPEG quality, white balance, etc. For this button, you can select one of the options in the settings.

Autofocus system

Let's talk more about the focusing capabilities of the Nikon D3300. This camera focuses pretty quickly for a DSLR. This is especially noticeable in good or daylight conditions. Autofocus takes a little longer if the light is low, but if you shoot in the dark, it will be much more difficult for the camera.

It should be noted that when using the Live View mode, the focusing speed is, in principle, always lower, due to the load on the processor. So, in such cases it is better to use the viewfinder in the old fashioned way.

It is very simple to change the focus point, for this you need to press the navigation buttons and select the point that suits you. The center focal point is more sensitive than the rest, so remember this - it might come in handy.

Camera performance

So, Nikon D3300 offers us a 3-inch LCD display with a resolution of 921,000 dots. So far, Nikon still does not equip cameras for beginners with a touchscreen, it certainly would not hurt, but it is quite possible to cope without a touchscreen.

The interface, on the other hand, looks very modern and pleasant. The resolution allows you to enjoy both high-quality colors and good images.

When shooting, the camera will show three circles, where the values of shutter speed, aperture and sensitivity will be displayed. This is especially useful for newbies, as it allows you to quickly master camera functions and work with exposure.

The optical viewfinder provides 95% of the field of view. This is a pretty good indicator, but in bright light conditions, you may not notice something that then appears in the frame. So in any case, you need to be careful.

The battery, as promised by the manufacturers, withstands a whole day of filming, allows you to view photos and so on. This is more than enough for everyday work.

Automatic white balance is also a pretty nice addition. It handles pretty accurately in all conditions, even when shooting indoors.

Image quality

The Nikon D3300, despite its 24 million pixels and the potential danger of grain, handles surprisingly well in low light. Grain appears only when shooting at ISO 3200 and above, but it is not at all detrimental to photography.

The screen allows you to view the photo with a magnification of 100%, and then you can certainly see all the details. When printed in A4 format or simply posted online, the photos from this camera look just fine.

One of the advantages of the sensor resolution on this camera is the ability to crop images, but still get high quality photos. This makes it incredibly easy for a novice photographer.

The 18-15mm variable focal length lens provides tons of options for shooting. The depth of field is good too. And the colors are bright and high quality.

Should you choose the D3300 or the D3400?

Both cameras are equipped with the same sensor, both refuse the anti-aliasing filter, and the photo quality is the same for both cameras.

The novelty offers ISO 100-25600, while the D3300 offers 100-12800. Here the difference in numbers is more noticeable, but in practice you will have to try very hard to notice it.

Both cameras use the same autofocus system and image processor.

Nikon is clearly trying to reduce weight in every new camera model, so the D3400 wins a little in this respect, and besides, the cameras have different synchronization capabilities. The novelty is able to establish a connection with a smartphone using Nikon SnapBridge.

Nevertheless, in terms of price, the D3300 is much more affordable. And with approximately the same result, it will clearly become a very successful acquisition for someone who plans to switch from a regular camera to a professional one.

With its features and functions, the Nikon D3300 is ideal for mastering exposure and learning to use a DSLR. The handy lens included in the kit will suit almost any need - portrait, reportage or landscape photography. The video shooting capabilities will suit the average user.

The cost of such a kit is only 25,120 rubles, so it won't hit your wallet hard. The fact that this is not a novelty in its line is inferior to the functionality and result that can be obtained with this camera.

Of course, by tradition, the choice is yours.

This powerful and easy-to-use 24.2 Megapixel DSLR is compact and lightweight. It is convenient to carry with you to create memorable high-definition photos and videos at the right time.

The large sensor is capable of capturing the finest details with superb sharpness and excellent low-light performance (up to ISO 12,800) for crystal-clear images in the dark.

For those taking their first steps in digital SLR photography or wanting to learn more, there is a step-by-step guide in Help Mode. With Nikon's optional Wireless Adapter, you can easily upload photos to your favorite websites via your smart device.

24.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor

Capture stunning high definition images. Print high-quality photos at large sizes and crop images without losing detail.

New to digital photography? Help Mode

Taking advantage of the sample images and clear step by step instructions help mode, you will learn how to capture great photos and videos perfectly.

Wireless adapter

Forget about smartphone photos and upload to social networks images of excellent quality! Use Nikon's optional Wireless Adapter * WU-1a and transfer images from the D3300 via your smart device.

Impressive low light results

Capture crisp images in any light. A range of ISO 100 to 12,800 (expandable to an equivalent of 25,600) captures all the details when shooting in the dark.

EXPEED 4 image processing system

Nikon's fast and powerful imaging system delivers high-speed processing and advanced noise reduction capabilities for crystal-clear, true-to-life images in all lighting conditions.

Continuous shooting at 5fps

Capture action-packed action with high speed(5 frames per second) to capture fleeting movements or facial expressions at the right time.

Superb 24.2-megapixel power

The D3300 features a 24.2-megapixel sensor that does not use an Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF). You will get sharp and incredibly detailed images, even when shooting textures in the finest details.

Special Effects: The D3300 offers a choice of 13 effects that make it easy to create artistic photographs and movies. Just select an effect mode, specify the parameter you want to apply, and then shoot. Use the Pop filter to make colors more vivid and saturated, or the Toy Camera Effect filter to create a retro look. And the "Easy Panorama" mode will allow you to capture everything that you see around.

11-point AF system: No matter how fast or erratic your subjects move, the D3300 keeps them in focus. An incredibly accurate 11-point AF system with a cross-type sensor in the center allows you to quickly focus on the desired subject, and then retain it in case of movement of the subject from the center, or its rapid or unpredictable movement.

Become a Filmmaker - Shoot Full HD Movies: The camera is equipped with a “D-Movie” function, allowing you to capture movies you can be proud of. You can record Full HD (1080p) video clips with good sharpness and frame rates up to 50p / 60p using continuous autofocus. This results in smoothly filmed and at the same time very sharp and clear videos that capture the rapidity of the movement of objects.

Large LCD screen: With the D3300, you can shoot just as easily as with a compact camera or smartphone when you use the large 7.5 cm LCD monitor to capture photos and movies. The wide field of view and 921k-dot resolution make it easy to compose, view, and apply special effects.

Intuitive controls: D-Movie and live view can be accessed with the push of a button. The "i" button on the back of the camera allows you to quickly change settings during shooting without opening the main menu. When shooting using the viewfinder, you can choose either the classic interface or the graphical one with convenient animated settings.

Optical viewfinder: With the D3300's sharp, wide viewfinder, the photographer will capture the moment they need it, especially when subjects are far away and moving quickly.

Compact system: The D3300 camera body weighs only 410g; Complete with a small folding lens, this lightweight model is easier to carry than conventional DSLRs. The large grip makes the camera easy to hold despite its compact size.

NIKKOR Lenses: Take advantage of Nikon's acclaimed DX-format NIKKOR lenses and get the most out of a high resolution cameras D3300. Capture photos and videos with vibrant colors, impressive contrast, and crisp detail. Shoot stunning portraits with fixed focal length lenses, macro lenses for life-size close-ups, and telephoto lenses for crisp images of distant subjects.

We continue our series of Nikon DSLR reviews, and today we will take a look at the entry-level Nikon D3300 budget SLR camera. In previous articles, we have covered the D5500 in detail, as well as many of the company's current full-frame models. Today's review of the D3300 is a final round-up of Nikon's entire line of DSLRs, from entry-level cameras to the advanced professional D810 and DF. Now we, and we hope that our readers too, will form a complete picture of the Nikon range - we will be able to compare cameras with each other and draw the right conclusions.

All three hobbyist models - D3300, D5500 and D7200 - have the same 24 megapixel sensors, they don't have an anti-aliasing filter in front of the sensor, they have the same EXPEED 4 image processors, they provide the same ISO sensitivity range, and in theory, photos should turn out to be identical. So we will check if it is worth overpaying and buying more expensive models, if even the most affordable D3300 can take pictures of the same quality as its older colleagues?

Nikon D3300 video presentation - our transfer PhotoFire!

Ergonomics briefly discussed in the video Nikon cameras D3300, principles of setting the basic modes, examples of shooting photos and videos are given. The film was shot by the authors and is an appendix to this article.

Testing technique

All images were taken with Nikon D3300 (firmware 1.01), complete with 18-55 lenses (AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6G VR II) and 18-140 (AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm 1 : 3.5-5.6 G ED VR), a Transcend SDHC 32GB 300x Class 10 SDHC UHS-I memory card was used. Adobe program Lightroom 6.5, all photos are presented without artistic processing, as they were filmed with the camera, the necessary retouching was carried out for the portraits.

Ergonomics

The camera is small, compact and lightweight, and is very comfortable to hold in your hand. The body, of course, is not made of metal, but of plastic, a grip and a place for the thumb right hand rubberized, the camera can be easily operated with one hand. The small size of the D3300 will be more comfortable for women’s hands, but it’s quite comfortable for men to hold it. The low weight of the camera will allow you to always take it with you, especially when traveling - the weight of the camera on your neck is practically not felt.

The camera is so easy to operate that it takes almost no time to get used to it and start shooting. Of course, the authors have extensive experience in shooting with Nikon DSLRs, as well as with cameras from other brands, and it will be a little more difficult for a beginner. Nevertheless, this camera is ideal for amateur photographers who shoot occasionally, from time to time - they don't have to remember for a long time where which setting is located and which wheel is responsible for what: they took the camera in their hands, turned on the power switch, and then they began to shoot.

The menu in the cell is standard Nikon's, here only everything you need. Having made the necessary settings once, there is generally no need to go into the menu, although there are a number of parameters, such as Active D-lighting and Picture Control, which are adjusted only in the menu, we will talk about this in more detail below.

The main shooting parameters are set using the information screen, it is called by the i button, it can be temporarily disabled by the INFO button next to the shutter button. Appearance This screen can be customized - a graphical or tabular display is offered, and you can also select a color gamut, and all this is done separately for creative modes P / S / A / M (for example, select black), and separately for automatic modes and scene programs AUTO / SCENE / EFFECTS (for example, choose a light one), which is very convenient, since it is immediately clear in which mode the shooting is currently taking place. In the graphics mode, there is a beautiful animation of aperture change, everything is thought out to the smallest detail and looks very nice.

The screen in the camera is not rotatable, not touch-sensitive, and it has one unpleasant feature - there is no special sensor for bringing to the eyes, the camera does not turn off the screen when sighting through the viewfinder. This will greatly interfere when shooting in a dark room - one eye will experience serious inconvenience. It's a pity that the screen cannot be turned off altogether and only sight through the viewfinder. When shooting outdoors, especially on a bright sunny day, you don’t feel this feature and forget about the screen at all.

Wi-Fi

The camera does not have a built-in Wi-Fi module, as in the D5500 model, however, the D3300 is fully compatible with the external WU-1a module, which can be purchased separately and thus turn a 3300 into a 5500. Well, or almost turn it :-)

For those who like to take a laptop with them on a trip, we can advise you to install the RAW + JPEG format in the camera, so you can quickly share photos by copying JPEGs to a simple laptop using a lanyard or a card reader and not bother with long viewing and processing of heavy RAW files. But at home, you can already process RAW files of your favorite photos. Also, the camera itself provides a RAW to JPEG conversion.

Shooting a portrait

Day portrait

Excellent vibrant natural colors! It is a pleasure to shoot portraits on Nikon D3300, comments here, as they say, are superfluous.

Come to St. Petersburg and be sure to visit the Summer Garden!

Low light portrait

The room is usually dark and the white balance is difficult for camera automation - these can be incandescent lamps or office fluorescent lamps. If the lack of light can be compensated for by increasing the sensitivity, then with white balance, the best option is shooting in RAW format, which is why it is called "raw", which records all the information supplied to the matrix, allowing you to adjust all parameters during processing, including white balance as needed.

When shooting in JPEG, you can choose one of the white balance presets or rely on the automation.

For portraits in low light conditions and in the evening, the camera has a built-in flash, you can use an external one if you wish - the camera is compatible with Nikon Speedlights, we used the SB-800. We even managed to use the Canon 580 EX II flash, which works great with the camera in manual mode.

The built-in flash can work in TTL and manual modes, this is configured in the menu, we left TTL, which is what we recommend for beginners.

The built-in flash adjusts according to the needs of the photographer:

Fill flash
Red-eye reduction
Slow sync + red-eye reduction
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync + slow sync

An example of flash operation in different modes:

Fill flash	Red-eye reduction


Slow sync + red-eye reduction	Slow sync

Rear-curtain sync + slow sync	No flash

Slow sync comes in handy when you want to work in the photo and the background, and not just the subject in the foreground. In practice, when shooting indoors, we did not see a particularly strong difference in flash modes, and there was no red-eye effect in any photograph, regardless of the flash mode.

The flash burst can also be adjusted from –3 to +1, this is called Flash Compensation.

Flash -3	Flash -2


Flash -1	Flash +1

As you can see from the example above, the -3 pulse is not suitable for indoor shooting, it is probably suitable for a bright sunny day, when the task is to only slightly highlight the subject when shooting against the light. Within the range from -1 to +1, you can safely adjust the impulse based on your design. Filmed in the Library cafe, on the 3rd floor, it is very cozy and cool there, come in, you will not regret it.

In the evening, when the building lights are on, it's the best time to take a portrait.

A mode, with built-in flash, 1/13 sec at f / 5, 45mm, ISO 800

We arrived at the embankment in advance, and as soon as the street lighting turned on, we conducted a comparative test of the 18-55 and 18-140 mm lenses. Here, as they say, comments are superfluous - the portrait focal length is called portrait because it is cool for them to shoot portraits :-)

Lens 18-55 Without flash, focal length 50 mm	Lens 18-140 No flash, 120mm focal length

When shooting in the evening, you need to carefully monitor the Auto ISO operation - if you set the upper limit of ISO 12800 in the settings, the camera will not stand on ceremony and will gladly raise the sensitivity to the limit! We recommend limiting the camera's appetite to values of 3200 or at least 6400. It is interesting that “in the field”, when viewing on the screen, noise at ISO 12800 is not visible, and it seems that the frame is bright and of high quality.

And finally: the differences without a flash - with a flash, the same settings, from one point.

Shooting landscapes and reporting

Travel to Sochi

Travel to Tikhvin

Spring Peter

Evening city

When photographing evening landscapes, we usually use a tripod and a self-timer so as not to move the camera by pressing the shutter button, or mount the camera on some object, for example, put it on a backpack or bag. The self-timer can be set to 2, 5, 10, or 20 seconds, this is set in the menu. In the same way as in the D5500, the self-timer must be turned on again each time before each new use, the camera does not remember this setting.

Of course, if you have a cable release that you need to buy additionally, it will be easier to take evening shots, the self-timer will not be needed.

ISO sensitivity test

The camera's ISO sensitivity can be set from 100 to 25600, with a value of 25600 displayed as "Hi1". Available automatic control ISO, this function is enabled in the menu, but only for photos, not for videos. If you use automatic ISO control, the camera will allow you to specify the maximum sensitivity and maximum shutter speed, which, in turn, can be set to auto. Uff ... it will be very difficult for a beginner! But auto ISO works great for a beginner.

We shot the ISO sensitivity test two times - with the noise reduction function turned on and off for high ISO. We could not find the slightest difference, so we present the first test. Mode A, F / 8, RAW, focal length 22mm. In the examples below, clicking on a photo will open a 1: 1 scale photo.

ISO 100
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
ISO 3200
ISO 6400
ISO 12800
ISO 25600

In the example below, we demonstrate various options for shooting an evening city: on the left is a frame taken with a tripod at ISO 100 and a shutter speed of 30 seconds, on the right is a frame from the same point with ISO 12800 and a faster shutter speed.

ISO 100, shutter speed 30 seconds	ISO 12800, shutter speed 1/6 second

And finally, we will give a few more evening landscapes.

Night Peter at dusk

Sunset classic

Live View

Live View shooting is one of the most challenging aspects of the Nikon D3300. The Live View mode is very slow, it can be used, probably, only for leisurely shooting still lifes in the studio or nature views, such as sunset or sunrise, or macro photography. Of course, we shoot video only in Live View, but more on that below.

The Live View mode is activated by a rather convenient button on the camera body, then you need to build a frame and focus by half-pressing the shutter button. Further, after a full press, the camera will slowly take a frame, then just as slowly raise the mirror, turn on live viewing, at this time showing the captured frame on the screen - all this takes about 5-6 seconds. For reportage, shooting dynamic subjects, portraits, this is clearly not suitable.

Live View and Aperture

While testing Nikon DSLRs, we are already accustomed to the fact that Live View does not display the result of changing the aperture on the screen, and the D3300 is no exception (the D750 and D810 are just the exceptions - there is a complete order with the aperture in Live View).

In M mode the control wheel is responsible for the shutter speed, the aperture must be changed by holding down the exposure compensation button. Spin the wheel - the numbers on the screen do not change, nothing changes at all.

In mode A The same wheel is already responsible for the diaphragm, we turn it - here the numbers of the aperture value change, but these changes do not affect the picture on the screen itself.

In S mode the camera selects the aperture itself, but here the picture is the same - you can turn the wheel as you like.

To see how this or that aperture value will affect the picture, you need to exit Live View, change the value, and then re-enter Live View. Thus, this mode becomes not that useless, but actually loses its purpose - live viewing - in real time, changing exposure parameters and building a picture will not work. It is interesting that the frame will eventually be shot with the aperture that will be indicated on the screen at that moment.

some meanings	other meanings

Experienced photographers will most likely shoot in the old fashioned way, building a frame with the viewfinder and using fast phase detection autofocus, and if they use Live View, it will be used for photographing objects or landscapes, when it is more convenient to frame the frame on the screen than with difficulty wading through head to the viewfinder, risking disrupting the composition of objects and moving the camera. With a folding screen, of course, it is much more convenient to shoot such things.

Live View and Autofocus

In Live View, contrast focusing works, it is slow, much slower than in many compacts or mirrorless cameras, especially the brakes are felt when shooting moving objects or in low light. This can lead to bewilderment for users who previously shot with compact cameras and decided to switch to a DSLR.

Live View Autofocus Modes:

AF-S- single-frame tracking focus, used for stationary objects. Focus locks when the shutter button is pressed halfway.
AF-F- constant tracking focus, for moving objects. The camera focuses continuously while the shutter button is pressed and locks when half-pressed.
RF- manual focusing.

Focusing manually

It's a shame that Nikon DSLRs don't have focus-peaking like many mirrorless cameras. You can also focus manually using the viewfinder, but it is much more convenient to use Live View - in this case, it will be indispensable. During manual focusing using Live View, the function of enlarging part of the image is activated - so you can comfortably adjust the focus. Manual focusing will be useful when shooting subjects, still lifes, as well as when using compatible optics, such as high-aperture fixes, which allow you to solve various creative tasks without supporting autofocus.

We tested manual focus when shooting a video, see our video for an example. Of course, when focusing on sharpness, the mode of a strong enlargement of the picture on the screen helps a lot.

Viewfinder

The viewfinder is standard Nikon's one, it displays the main service information. The viewfinder has one feature - 95% frame coverage, which may not be very convenient for accurate composition. For example, when you want to perfectly accurately build a portrait photo, or position an object in the frame on the table, so as not to do any post-processing on the computer, but immediately take the desired frame. In this case, indeed, the Live View mode will help - there is a 100% display of the future image.

The camera's viewfinder can only be photographed with the phone's camera, hence the lower picture quality is higher. The main thing is that it is quite convenient to sight on it, there is a diopter adjustment. We do not stop being surprised by Nikon's proprietary display of zeros - like other DSLRs, the number "100" in the viewfinder is displayed as "1oo", and beginners will not understand why not display zeros normally?

High-speed shooting

5fps RAW is pretty good! When shooting in RAW, the buffer is clogged instantly, we have a series of only 5-6 frames, after which there is no point in giving the button - we need to take a break for 30 seconds, and then shoot the next series. In practice, for amateur purposes, this is quite enough - we shot a series, immediately evaluated the result, thought about how to shoot better and started all over again. On the third try we got such cool shots in motion, try it too!

As a reminder, we used a 32 GB, 300x, 10 grade Transcend budget memory card. If you use a faster and slightly more expensive card, for example, the Kingston SDHC 32Gb Class 10 UHS-I U3 90R / 80W, nothing much will change, although writing from the buffer to the card will be faster. If a year ago the difference in price between these models of memory cards was significant, more than 2 times, today they cost almost the same (according to NM data), therefore, when buying a camera, you can immediately recommend buying a fast Kingston memory card.

Styles and effects

Of course, for beginners and those who like to experiment, the camera has built-in shooting styles and various effects. There is no point in testing automatic shooting modes - each amateur photographer will, if desired, choose the desired mode depending on the situation.

Automatic shooting modes

full auto
auto without flash
portrait
landscape
child
sport
macro
night portrait

In macro mode, it turns out to be surprisingly cool to photograph flowers:

Image Effects

One of the most interesting and functional effects is panorama, Nikon D3300 copes with automatic shooting of panoramas. All you need to do is select the panorama shooting mode in the effects, turn on Live View, set focus, press the shutter button and guide the camera along the panorama. The camera will stitch together the desired panorama in the JPEG format, and it will do it quite well. It is desirable to have more or less uniform illumination of the scene being filmed, and to guide the camera accurately, without jerks and strictly horizontally. Below are a few of the panoramas that we shot handheld in automatic mode during our testing.

Special effects are set before the shot is taken, they can be used for photos, and some for video.

Night vision	Super bright


Pop	Photo illustration

Toy camera effect	Color sketch

Miniature effect	Selective color

Silhouette	High key

Low key	HDR painting

It is rather inconvenient to use the Selective Color effect, because the standard camera controls are designed for taking photos, not for processing them, so choosing colors and adjusting their saturation is more convenient on a computer using the mouse and keyboard than pressing the camera buttons. Nevertheless, there is such a mode, it allows you to get a black and white image in which some objects are highlighted in color, and if desired, the camera allows you to do this. In the example above in the Selective Color photo, the sky is highlighted, while all other colors are almost muted.

Active D-Lighting

An exclusive Nikon feature, in more expensive models the force of this tool is adjustable, in the D3300 it can either be turned on or off.

Active D-Lighting, in theory, helps bring out highlights and shadows in a photo, slightly expanding the dynamic range of a scene. In practice, Active D-Lighting is almost useless when shooting in RAW, because when processing on a computer, you can achieve a much stronger or, conversely, softer effect, and generally more flexible control of highlights and shadows. By the way, Nikon's Capture NX-D program will perfectly read the Active D-Lighting settings in RAW files.

When shooting in JPEG, Active D-Lighting, of course, irrevocably affects the picture; it cannot be canceled during processing. Active D-Lighting can be useful for some scenes, but you need to remember about it and always turn it on and off in the menu, depending on the scene being shot, since there is no other way to control this tool besides the menu item.

Active D-Lighting OFF	Active D-Lighting ON

We did not use this tool when shooting in RAW.

Picture Controls

Like Active D-lighting, this is also a Nikon signature. Picture Controls allow you not only to adjust the image parameters in the camera itself, but also create your own, you can adjust the sharpness, contrast, brightness, saturation and hue. Older Nikon cameras allow you to upload and even share presets created on your computer, the D3300 is not that advanced. An icon for the currently selected style is displayed in the information display at the top.

Picture Controls are relevant for JPEG and for Creative PASM shooting modes only, automatic modes the camera will adjust all the parameters as it needs. As with Active D-Lighting, these settings do not affect RAW files, however, Picture Control values are written in the EXIF of the RAW file, and this setting is perfectly understood by Nikon's ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D programs, but it is not entirely clear the other is how to reset this setting when processing RAW :-)

Picture Control Settings:

Standard- recommended in most cases. This parameter uses standard processing for a balanced effect.
Neutral- used for further processing on a computer. This setting uses minimal processing for natural looking results. It should not be confused with the Flat mode, which is found in more advanced Nikon cameras and is not supported in the Nikon D3300.
Saturated- for photographs in which it is necessary to emphasize the main colors. Image processing for rich photo prints.
Monochrome- shooting black and white photos and videos.
Portrait- Shooting portraits for natural skin color and texture.
Landscape- for shooting landscapes and city views.

Standard	Neutral


Saturated	Monochrome

Portrait	Landscape

Picture Controls and Video

Many experts and bloggers recommend creating your own style for shooting videos, turning the sharpness and color saturation to a minimum. This method is suitable only if the video will be actively processed in a video editing program, while the lost clarity and sharpness are unlikely to be restored. In any case, we recommend using the “Standard” Picture Control first, then trying “Neutral”, and turning some parameters only after successful experiments. Want to shoot monochrome video? Shoot in color and apply a b / w filter in the video editing editor, since in this case, if necessary, you can return the color to the video. Filmed in the "Monochrome" mode, the video will never become colored, unless you paint each frame with paints like a movie about Cinderella.

To summarize, when using Picture Control, we can say that in some cases this tool produces interesting results. However, it will be difficult for a beginner to cope with all these chips - instead of a fun walk with friends and creating cool pictures, they will have to engage in tedious switching of modes, which must be remembered all the time, otherwise those very cool pictures will suddenly come out in black and white ... Verdict - we recommend for beginners to install Picture Control Standard.

Optics

Kit lens 18-55

The Nikon D3300 came to our test with two lenses - a kit 18-55 and an advanced zoom 18-140. Of course, budding photographers will likely buy the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6G VR II compact, inexpensive lens kit. This is a new version of the lens, as indicated by the Roman numeral II, it has a special button - to start shooting, you need to press it and turn the ring - the lens will move forward and the lens will be ready for use. After shooting, you need to do the reverse operation and put the camera in your bag.

The button on the lens is a controversial decision. On the one hand, the lens has become much more compact than the previous model (without a button and number II), with it the camera has become more convenient to carry, since the lens is now hidden inside and fixed. On the other hand, we will not be able to instantly take a picture, for example, from a car window at speed - we saw the plot, grabbed the camera, flipped the switch on… the lens! you still have to unlock the lens! We press the button, turn it ... That's it, the frame is far behind, despite the fact that the camera itself turns on instantly, in a split second.

The lens is equipped with a stabilizer (VR, vibration reduction), which is activated by a special button on the body. A stabilizer comes in handy in low light conditions, as in theory it will allow you to shoot at slower shutter speeds, as well as when shooting handheld.

In practice, at dusk with and without the stabilizer, the pictures turned out to be blurry, except that with a stub, the blur is a little less noticeable. Compare three photos: the first is without a stub, the second is with a stub, and the third is taken from a tripod. Click to crop 1: 1.

from hands, without a stub	from hands, with a stub	from a tripod

The lens is suitable for a beginner for everyday shooting, as it covers the most popular focal lengths- at a wide angle you can shoot landscapes, city, reportage, and 55 mm you can shoot portraits, flowers and some objects. At the long end, the lens has an aperture of F / 5.6, which, of course, will not allow you to beautifully blur the background in portraits, blur "into milk", as photographers say, this requires special high-aperture portrait cameras, for example, 50 or 85 mm with an aperture of F / 1.8 ... However, for the first time, it is quite possible to shoot portraits, landscapes, still lifes and videos with a whale lens. This is the plus of the camera's compatibility with a wide range of Nikon lenses - after shooting at 18-55 for the first time, after a while you can choose a more advanced lens for your needs.

Resolution test 18-55

This shot was taken in Sergievka Park (Peterhof, a suburb of St. Petersburg), hand-held, aperture priority A, f / 8, ISO 100. Click to zoom 1: 1.

Lens Specifications 18-55

Focal length 18-55mm (27-82.5mm 35mm equivalent)
Maximum aperture f / 3.5-5.6
Minimum aperture f / 22-36
Lens construction 11 elements in 8 groups (1 aspherical lens)
AF closest focusing distance: 0.28 m from focal plane at all zoom positions
Aperture blades 7 (rounded aperture opening)
Weight approx. 195 g

Universal lens 18-140

Another lens in our test, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm 1: 3.5-5.6 G ED VR, is versatile and inexpensive, and of high quality. The pictures are superb! Despite its impressive size, it is not at all heavy, an excellent choice for travel. They can shoot landscapes, and portraits, and some objects in the distance.

When you put the 18-140 on the Nikon D3300, the camera looks like a real serious DSLR. Honestly, I really don't want to shoot with the whale 18-55, so during our trip to Sochi we shot all the landscapes and portraits, mostly at 18-140. Our verdict: 18-140 is the most balanced choice for the D3300, with it the camera seems to come to life and starts to delight the photographer with great shots.

Lens Specifications 18-140

Focal length: 18-140mm, 27-210mm 35mm equivalent
Maximum Aperture: f / 3.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture: f / 22-38
Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups (including one ED glass element and one aspherical lens)
Closest focusing distance: 45 cm at all zoom positions
Aperture blades 7, aperture rounded

Despite the fact that Nikon itself on its website recommends another lens as a kit - 18-105, however, in our opinion, it is the focal lengths of 18-140 that are the most versatile and suitable for travel photography.

When choosing optics, remember that any Nikon lens is suitable for the Nikon D3300, but autofocus will work only with lenses that have an autofocus motor inside, such lenses are marked AF-S. Older Nikkor lenses will do, of course, but you will have to manually adjust the focus.

It is worth mentioning the feature of Nikon cameras, which does not allow full use of Soviet optics, for example, the Helios 44-2, through an adapter - we will not have an infinity setting, you can only shoot close-up objects. To shoot landscapes and use the focus to infinity, you need an adapter with an additional lens, which will inevitably reduce the flow of light to the matrix and certainly will not improve the photo. Considering the option of buying Soviet optics, you need to remember this.

Shooting video

Despite the fact that the Nikon D3300 is an entry-level camera, it allows you to shoot FullHD video at a frame density of 50p, which is already a kind of standard today. When shooting a video, autofocus will work, but you should not expect miracles from it. Autofocus allows you to detect people's faces and to some extent follow the movement of the subject. Our video contains examples of video shooting.

Freeze frame from video

There is an input for an external stereo microphone (mini-jack), while the microphone built into the camera body is monaural. You can adjust the sound level or set it to auto.

The built-in microphone perfectly picks up the sound of the focusing motor, which, when shooting a video, constantly drives back and forth, trying to focus, even if nothing happens in the frame and the frame is static. Well, if a speaker appears, the focus will actively drive and spoil the picture, and at the same time the sound track. Moreover, if you install a stereo microphone on the hot shoe, it will also pick up the sound of the autofocus motor, more or less than the built-in one, depending on the microphone model. Of course, it is better to use a special directional cannon microphone to shoot the presenter, but such models are sometimes more expensive than the D3300 camera itself, and this is a topic for a separate future study.

Shooting video and changing the aperture

The previously mentioned impossibility of changing the aperture in Live View mode when taking a photo even more confuses all the cards when shooting a video. Beginners are more likely to shoot videos in auto mode and won't be aware of aperture issues. Those who want creative shooting in M mode will turn on “Manual video control” in the settings, the camera will set a minimum shutter speed of 1/50 (of course, if we chose a frame density of 50p) and will allow more flexible control over the shooting parameters. The question is point-blank - how to adjust the exposure if the shutter speed is essentially fixed, and the camera does not allow you to monitor the change in aperture in real time?

In this case, there is only one way out - to preset the required exposure parameters, preset the focus, turn off autofocus, then turn on Live View and shoot.

There is no Auto ISO for video in the Nikon D3300. The stabilizer on the lens is practically useless when shooting video handheld while walking: what with a stub, what without - the picture shakes and sways violently, for shooting on the go, stadiks definitely need it.

Novice amateur photographers may ask a question - why not shoot a video in auto mode, why suffer so much? The answer is obvious - to set the correct exposure parameters and the correct fixed white balance, so that the picture in the frame is even, without fluctuations in brightness, without autofocus jumps and the annoying buzzing of its motor.

Our verdict - the Nikon D3300's video function is paradoxically crude: amateurs and beginners will be very upset with the result, while professionals, if they wish, can easily squeeze a good picture and sound out of the D3300 - like a second camera for close-ups, why not? - however, pros are more likely to choose a more advanced technique for their work.

Battery

The camera uses an EN-EL14a 1230 mAh battery. The developers promise that the camera will take 700 frames on a single charge - this is very good! We can say that the charge is enough for a whole day of walking, even if you shoot a video and watch footage from time to time. Moreover, on the evening of the same day, the camera withstood 45 minutes of TimeLapse shooting on the computer, which almost finished off the battery. The battery is charged from the charger, for this you need to remove it from the camera, insert it into the charger and wait about 2 hours. The camera does not charge via USB.

Nikon does not produce an original battery grip for the D3300; if you wish, you can purchase a compatible one in online stores (about 2000 rubles). Her disadvantage is that she controls the camera as remote control, only attached to the bottom of the camera, that is, you need to connect the handle with a cord to the D3300 in the "GPS" connector. In this case, the shutter button and its half-pressing will work. However, the cord will interfere with shooting, dust can get into the open connector, the cord itself or the open compartment cover can catch something, the second EN-EL14a battery needs to be purchased additionally - these are disadvantages. Of the advantages, undoubtedly, we can note the increased resource of the camera and a comfortable grip, including when shooting portraits. Do you need such a pen - everyone decides for himself.

Nikon D3300 and computer

Controlling the Camera Using a Computer

Most popular programs such as Capture One Pro, Adobe Lightroom, NKRemote and even Nikon's proprietary Camera Control Pro 2 do not allow D3300 to shoot directly to a computer. However, there is a program called digiCamControl for Windows, which allows you to control the camera, including shooting HDR with bracketing, and even TimeLapse - there are no such functions in the camera itself. Of course, the camera is connected to the computer via a USB cable, you can use a USB extension cable to conveniently position the computer next to the tripod.

DigiCamControl program

General view of the digiCamControl program

The digiCamControl program is very functional, there are many interesting settings, there are even plugins. Of the minuses, we can note a very unhurried work when shooting HDR - NEF frames are rewritten for a very long time, especially a plus exposure, you need to wait more than a minute. But the program itself can glue the footage into one HDR.

The HDR tool is quite simple (see the screen above), but there is everything you need - you can set the number of frames and bracketing exposure bracketing, and within very wide limits. We shot a classic scene with a bridge - 3 shots with a + -2 EV bracket.

-2 EV	0	+ 2EV

Of course, amateurs are unlikely to carry a hefty laptop with them for a walk, but if the task is to remove the beautiful interior of a hotel or cafe, or some kind of museum, namely in these cases HDR mode will be very useful, the option with a laptop can be very interesting. because you can fine-tune all the parameters right there on the spot and, most importantly, quickly see the result of the shooting on the big screen and even glue the finished HDR.

This is how it looks in practice :-) Our regular readers will easily recognize this place! For those who see this frame for the first time, I will say that I photographed this bridge many times at different times of the year and used it in an article about HDR gluing. This is Sergievka Park (Peterhof, St. Petersburg), 100 meters from the famous stone head. Of course, I came here again with Nikon D3300 camera, tripod and laptop!

At the time of writing the review, digiCamControl version 2.0.27.0 was up to date. The most interesting thing is that the program is absolutely free, although it is probably the only way to control the D3300 from a computer and shoot TimeLapse, and this is the case when, for the sake of expanding the camera's functionality, it would not be a shame to buy the program.

The TimeLapse shooting settings in the digiCamControl program are quite ascetic, although they are quite sufficient - you can set the time delta between frames and the desired number of frames. For those who find it difficult to calculate the desired number of frames, they can set the end time of shooting. Press the Start button and leave the camera alone. When shooting TimeLapse, you need to remember about the laptop's sleep mode - in the power saving settings, it is imperative to turn off the sleep mode altogether. The authors did not do this, and the laptop fell asleep during the test shooting, having stopped taking shots. We saw this in time and woke up the sleepyhead, but we missed three or four frames, which will be noticeable in the film. And, of course, both laptop and camera batteries must be fully charged.

For an example of TimeLapse, see our video: M mode, shutter speed 1/400 at f / 11, ISO 100, JPEG NORM, autofocus off, stabilizer off, white balance - sun, Active D-Lighting off, frames fly straight into the laptop bypassing the memory card.

And here is how TimeLapse shooting looks like in practice :-) This is your favorite Sestroretsk, Dubki Park.

Finishing the story about digiCamControl, it should be noted that the program allows you to use Live View and control the camera in this mode, including fine-tuning the focus, although the image on the screen does not look clear (see the screen below). From the live view mode, you can easily turn on video recording, and the file will be recorded both on the camera's memory card and on the laptop.

You can also shoot the starry sky using the Astronomy tool, we invite our readers to figure it out with this mode on their own. Cool program!

For Mac owners, the fact that Aperture allows you to take pictures into a computer may serve as a consolation, but in this program the functionality is limited only by remote shutter release, no HDR, and you will not be able to control the camera parameters. The most annoying thing is that Capture One Pro 9.1 sees the camera, and even displays all its settings, but does not allow taking a frame - the button is inactive. Most likely, there are deliberate restrictions in the camera firmware on the part of Nikon developers.

Viewing and processing photos and videos

For all, without exception, amateur photographers, it is highly recommended to download a set of two proprietary Nikon programs from the Nikon website - ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D... The first allows you to view photos and transfer them from the camera to a computer, the second - to process them. The programs are free, there are versions for Windows and MacOS.

I did it not so long ago, it will be useful for all beginners to familiarize themselves with its main functions.

Who do we think the Nikon D3300 is for

First of all, this camera for beginners, for amateur photographers. This can be the first SLR camera or the first camera in general.
The camera works well for teaching the basics of photography, for example, in a photography school. There is nothing superfluous in it that could distract the student from mastering the art of photography. Indeed, PASM modes, a high resolution matrix, a fast processor, the ability to use any Nikon optics, even the most top models, as well as third-party optics - all you need. In our opinion, the D3300 is just the perfect solution for learning! Instead of digging through menu settings, time lapses, Wi-Fi and other bracketing, twisting the screen and pointing fingers at it, students can calm down and finally think about chiaroscuro and composition.
Complete with decent 18-140 lens - perfect choice for travel photography: nothing superfluous, pointed, removed, compact size, good battery. If there was a Wi-Fi module in the camera, it would be just a 100% hit, that's what you need. If you wish, you can use an external module, it weighs several grams and will provide the necessary functionality.
In theory, it is possible to use the Nikon D3300 as a professional tool - the camera shoots quite well when it comes with high-quality optics. However, for work it is better to choose older models, for example, the D7200.
Technologists will clearly be frustrated by the asceticism of the settings, the lack of a lot of twists and the cut-down capabilities of the camera.

6 main advantages of the D3300

Price. Probably one of the most affordable DSLRs on the market.
Nothing superfluous, this is a camera. All the features a photographer really needs to take photos, this camera has
Great choice for teaching the basics of photography
Good choice for beginners - auto modes, scene programs
Convenient control ergonomics, light weight, compactness
Compatible with Nikon lenses, and when bundled with good optics such as the 18-140, the camera delivers excellent results

6 main cons of the D3300

The screen is blind to the eye when looking through the viewfinder, it will be inconvenient when shooting in a dark room
The effect of changing aperture in Live View is not displayed, for both stills and videos
Very slow shooting and focusing in Live View
When recording video, breathing autofocus, the focusing motor loudly crawls into the audio track. Built-in microphone - mono, no Auto ISO for video
There is no built-in Wi-Fi module, this can be a significant disadvantage when traveling
The camera does not remember the self-timer setting; it must be turned on again for the next shot.

Advantages of the D5500 over the D3300

Rotatable touch screen
More advanced autofocus module - 39 points versus 11, 3D tracking
Built-in Wi-Fi, Bracketing Capability, TimeLapse
Camera-to-eye sensor
14-bit RAW vs. 12-bit
The ability to fully control the camera from a computer
ISO step ⅓ EV, which allows more flexibility in choosing the desired value
Built-in stereo microphone

Advantages of the D3300 over the D5500

Ease of controls

conclusions

We can recommend the Nikon D3300 to amateur photographers as their first DSLR when the budget is tight. If there is an opportunity to allocate a little more for the purchase of a camera, it makes sense to look towards the D5500. We recommend replacing the kit lens 18-55 with a versatile one, for example, 18-140 mm, which will allow you to fully unleash the potential of the D3300 and will delight you with the quality of images.

Nikon D3300 scores on a 10-point scale from FotoExperts

Ergonomics - 7
Settings Menu - 9
Case quality - 9
Photo quality - 8
Shooting video - 3
Whale optics - 3
Screen, viewfinder - 9
Autofocus work, photo - 9
High ISO shooting - 7
Battery - 9

Total: 73%. A good choice as a beginner's first DSLR, suitable for any kind of amateur photography. For serious creative photography and video filming, we recommend choosing one of the older models.

In our work, we were helped by:

We thank Nikon representative office in Russia for the equipment provided and the trust shown. Of course, our communication with Nikon continues, because they have many different interesting devices, which means that we have many new interesting tests ahead.
Victoria Jouley: thanks for the creative mood and active assistance in our work.

Ekaterina Ananasova Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) Shooting speed 3 fps 3 fps 4 fps 5 fps LCD 3-inch TFT LCD monitor with 230,000 dots 3-inch TFT LCD monitor with 230,000 dots 3-inch TFT LCD monitor with a resolution of 921,000 dots Video - 1920 × 1080, 24 fps 1920 x 1080, 30p / 25p / 24p Picture Control system Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Landscape, Portrait EXPEED 4 EXPEED 4 EXPEED 4 ISO 100-25600 100-25600 100-25600 RAW 12-bit 14-bit 14-bit Autofocus Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) Nikon Multi-CAM 4800DX with TTL phase detection, 39 focus points (including 9 cross-type sensors) Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500 II with TTL phase detection, fine tuning, 51 focus points including 15 cross-type sensors; 1 sensor supports f / 8 aperture Shooting speed 5 fps 5 fps 6 fps LCD screen 8.1 cm pivoting TFT touchscreen monitor. Resolution 1,037,000 dots. Viewing angle 170 ° 8 cm TFT monitor with 170 ° viewing angle, approx. 1,229,000 points Video 1920 × 1080, 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p 1920 × 1080, 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p 1920 × 1080, 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p Picture Control system Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Flat Wi-Fi - Built-in IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Gps - - - Battery EN-EL14a EN-EL14a EN-EL15 Battery pack - - MB-D15 Dimensions,
weight (body) 124 x 98 x 75.5 mm,
410 g 124 x 97 x 70 mm,
420 g 135.5 x 106.5 x 76 mm,
675 g Date of announcement 01.2014 01.2015 03.2015 Price, body * RUB 25,690 RUB 45,090 RUB 63,430

3. Comparison of direct competitors - Nikon D3300 and Canon 1300D

	Nikon D3300	Canon 1300D
Matrix	24.2 MP without optical low-pass filter	18.0 megapixels there is a low-pass filter
ISO	100-25600	100-12800
RAW	12-bit	14-bit
Shooting speed	5 fps	3 fps
Autofocus	11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor)	9 AF points (1 cross-type from f / 5.6 center)
Auto Exposure Bracketing	-	3 frames +/- 2 EV in 1/2 or 1/3 steps
LCD screen	3-inch TFT LCD monitor with a resolution of 921,000 dots	3-inch TFT LCD monitor with 920,000 dots
Video	1920 × 1080, 60p / 50p / 30p / 25p / 24p	1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps)
Wi-Fi	-	Wi-Fi, NFC connectivity for Android
Gps	-	-
Dimensions, weight (body)	124 x 98 x 75.5 mm, 410 g	129.0 x 101.3 x 77.6 mm, 485 g
Price, body *	RUB 25,690	RUB 31,990

* The average price is given according to Yandex Market data for May-June 2016. Prices are for information and comparison only, see the current prices on Yandex Market and distributor websites.

4. Our tests of Nikon amateur DSLRs

Nikon D5500 DSLR test:
Choosing your first DSLR: Nikon D5300 or Canon 700D? http://www.fototraveller.ru/articles/nikon-d5300-vs-canon-700d.html
DSLR Nikon D7100 - autumn photo test: http://www.fototraveller.ru/articles/nikon-d7100.html

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