Let’s compare the Nikon D3400 vs Nikon D5600. They both use the same sensor and look quite similar, but there are a few important differences you should be aware of.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
Nikon D3400 Nikon D5600 Megapixels 24.2 24.2 Sensor Type CMOS CMOS Sensor Format APS-C (DX) APS-C (DX) Crop Factor 1.5x 1.5x AA Filter None None Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000 Body Image Stabilization No No Lens Mount Nikon FX/DX Nikon FX/DX ISO 100 - 25,600 100 - 25,600 Expanded ISO No No AF Points 11 39 Cross-type AF Points 1 9 Continuous Mode 5fps 5fps LCD 3.0" - Fixed 3.2" - Fully Articulated LCD Resolution 921,600 dots 1,036,800 dots Touchscreen No Yes Focus Peaking No No Top LCD Display No No Viewfinder Type Optical Optical Viewfinder Coverage 95% 95% Viewfinder Magnification 0.85x 0.82x Video Resolution 1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p) 1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p) 1280x720 (60/50p) 1280x720 (60/50p) Microphone Jack No Yes Headphone Jack No No Memory Card Type SD SD Dual Card Slots No No SD UHS Support UHS-I UHS-I Fastest Shutter Speed 1/4000 1/4000 Slowest Shutter Speed 30" 30" Bulb Mode Yes Yes JPEG Buffer Size 100 100 RAW Buffer Size 12 12 Time Lapse No Yes Built-in Flash Yes Yes Max Flash Sync Speed 1/200 1/200 Startup Time 0.5s 0.4s Built-in Wi-Fi No Yes Built-in GPS No No Built- in NFC No Yes Bluetooth Yes Yes USB Type USB 2.0 USB 2.0 Environmentally Sealed No No Battery Life (CIPA) 1200 shots 820 shots Battery Included Yes (EN-EL14a) Yes (EN-EL14a) Weight 15.17 oz (430g) 16.4 oz (465g) Size 4.9 x 3.9 x 3.0" 4.9 x 3.8 x 2.8" Price Amazon Amazon Release Date 2016 2017
Nikon D3400 Advantages:
- Battery Life – 1200 shots vs 820 shots
- Less Expensive – The D3400 is around $300 less
Besides the lower price and a longer battery life (although that is because the flash isn’t as powerful), the D3400 offers no other advantages. It’s expected since it’s Nikon’s most entry-level DSLR, however you do get the same 24MP sensor and a lot of similar features as in the D5600 and other more expensive cameras.
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Nikon D5600 Advantages:
- AF Points – 39 vs 11. More means you have a lot more focus points to choose from to perfectly frame your subject.
- Cross-Type AF Points – 9 vs 1. Cross-type AF points are much more accurate and faster in low light.
- LCD – 3.2” vs 3.0” and it’s fully articulated too.
- LCD Resolution – Higher resolution.
- Touchscreen Support
- Microphone Jack – If you’re going to record videos where audio quality is important, a microphone jack is super helpful.
- Time-Lapse
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Built-in NFC
The D5600 is nearly identical to the D5500, it’s only extra feature is the built-in NFC. So, if you find the more AF points, touchscreen and a bigger LCD to be worth the money, you might as well check the D5500 and think whether the NFC feature alone is worth more.
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