Introduction
The D5200 wasn’t due for an upgrade, so when Nikon announced it, people were a little surprised. The Nikon 5000 series of dSLR cameras are the only models that feature the Nikon Vari-angle articulated LCD Monitor, so from a marketing standpoint, it made sense to upgrade this camera, rather than another model that shares more features with other cameras. On the exterior, the D5200 looks almost exactly like its predecessor with a few minor changes, such as the addition of a Drive mode button and an integrated stereo microphone, which is a first on any Nikon dSLR.
Inside is where the D5200 receives most of its upgrades, some of which are inherited from both the pro-level D800 and the semi-pro D600. These include an increased resolution of 24MP (which puts it on par with Nikon’s flagship high-resolution camera, the D3X), a new EXPEED 3 image processor, the Multi-CAM 4800DX 39-point autofocusing system, and the 2016-pixel Color Matrix Metering II metering system.
This compact camera offers most of the key features of more professional models, but with a smaller footprint. It also offers a plethora of scene modes that allow you to capture creative images in any shooting situation, no matter your level of experience.
In-camera editing is also a feature of the D5200, so you don’t necessarily need to be computer savvy to add effects to your images. It also allows you to edit RAW files.
The D5200 will appeal to videographers, as well, due to the full high definition 1080p ...
