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product_id: 1156817
title: "D5200 24.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only (Black)"
brand: "nikon"
price: "R243"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Nikon"
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# 5 FPS continuous shooting speed 24.1MP DX-format CMOS sensor 1080p Full HD video at 30FPS D5200 24.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only (Black)

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** R243
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📷 Elevate your vision — shoot like a pro, share like a trendsetter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** D5200 24.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only (Black) by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** R243 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth 5 FPS Burst Mode:** Never miss a moment—shoot fast action with professional-grade continuous shooting.
- • **Dynamic 39-Point Autofocus:** Stay sharp and in control with advanced 3D tracking for flawless focus in any scene.
- • **Seamless Wi-Fi & GPS Ready:** Instantly share your masterpieces and geo-tag your adventures for the ultimate social edge.
- • **Stunning 24.1MP Resolution:** Capture every detail with crystal-clear clarity that elevates your portfolio.
- • **Versatile 3-Inch Vari-Angle LCD:** Frame your shots from any angle with a high-res swivel screen designed for creative freedom.

## Overview

The Nikon D5200 is a powerhouse DSLR featuring a 24.1MP DX-format CMOS sensor, 39-point autofocus with 3D tracking, and 5 frames per second continuous shooting. Its 3-inch vari-angle LCD and Full HD 1080p video capabilities make it perfect for creative professionals and enthusiasts alike. With built-in Wi-Fi compatibility and optional GPS, it’s designed for seamless sharing and location tagging, ensuring your work stands out in any social or professional setting.

## Description

24MP DX-format CMOS sensor 39-point (9 cross type) dynamic area AF system with 3D tracking Up to 5 frames per second continuous shooting 1080p 30FPS HD video (1080p, 60i) with full-time contrast-detect AF ISO 100-6400, expandable to 25,600 equivalent 3 inch vari-angle LCD with 921,000 dots Wi-Fi (for sharing and remote camera control) and GPS compatible (sold separately)

Review: Very good, and with the fixed shortcoming, now a 5 star. - I imagine most are coming to this camera as either an upgrade to a point and shoot, or as a next step from a lesser Dslr. My needs are a little different, so bear that in mind when you read this. This will be primarily a camera used for a studio setup, as I don't need weather sealing, high FPS, or super fast/accurate AF. That said, here are the things that I note. Both pro and Con. Pros: 1. Excellent resolution (and I would be the 5300 is better still in this area) that tops out well above what I have needed in the past (about 16mp) 2. Very nice ergonomics and handling. The feel in your hand (I have medium hands) is comfy and just large enough to feel "real". 3. Af is better that I experienced with the D5100, or even the D7k (both previous studio bodies for me). 4. The menu layout has minor improvements that I find are just notable enough to feel better than its predecessor. 5. The colors out of camera seem closer to reality with this than either the 5100, or 7k bodies were. Not as nice as the D700's though. 6. Swivel screen is perfect for me, esp. when using it to get low angle shots of kids and pets. Cons: 1. The position of the AFL/AEL button (which I use for AF-on), is slightly off to the thumb. Too far out IMO. 2. 1/4000th a tad slow. Above average functionality and great files are what make this a very good camera for my current use. For what the market seeks when looking at this sort of camera, it does very well. Even along side the best competitors, it easily holds its own IMO. Is it up for the task? Yes. Are the images it can produce pretty good (allowing for the skill behind the camera, and the lens in front)? - No, its not pretty good, its excellent overall. Will it make toast and tuck you in at night? Well if that was what you hoped for, you were looking in the wrong place anyhow. EDIT: Nikon updated the firmware today, and fixed the only real bug this camera suffers from. Namely the AF-on functionality during certain shooting setups.
Review: i would still buy this even ovr the new d 7100 - Ok, for starters we all know this is a crop framed camera. This price for this camera is awsome unlike the d 7000 and new d 7100 which are still cropped frame cameras. This little camera packs a punch when tested against a d 7000. The image quality was better and had far less noise not to mention hdr feature which the 7000 lacked. Now the new d 7100 has 51 auto focus points and 15 cross type points and is about 400 dollars more then the new d 5200. Are you really getting more for your money? Not really the d 7100 is a beefed 7000 with 24.1 mp cmos sensor. Still has 2 card SD slot weather sealed and the whole 9 yards with hdr added. There are some features that are good about this 7100 that you normally only see on full framed cameras but the d 5200 has a few of these features as well. Yes, we would all like a d5200 to be weather sealed but eh can't always get what you want. The end result is the d 5200 is the best camera you can own for under $1000.00 us dollars. The d7100 seems like a bit of a scam seeing how its not much further priced from the the full framed d600 granted the d600 had a bad start with the spotting on images after about 200 shots in, but none the less you can't go wrong with a d 5200 and when its time to upgrade its not too smart to upgrade to another cropped frame camera just doesn't make sense. I would looked into d800 and d800e if you want all the bells and whistles. So if your getting a cropped frame camera like a dx get the 5200 it may not be weather sealed and so on, but the image quality is amazing for its price. Also if your not into professional photography it has an easy to use interface. I originally got this for a back up camera and find my self playing with it more then my d 800. Its a fun little camera and if your new to photography I would look Into getting one of these.

## Features

- 24MP DX-format CMOS sensor
- 39-point (9 cross type) dynamic area AF system with 3D tracking
- Up to 5 frames per second continuous shooting
- 1080p 30FPS HD video (1080p, 60i) with full-time contrast-detect AF
- ISO 100-6400, expandable to 25,600 equivalent
- 3 inch vari-angle LCD with 921,000 dots
- Wi-Fi (for sharing and remote camera control) and GPS compatible (sold separately)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00AXTQQDS |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Aperture modes | F3.5–F5.6 |
| Are Batteries Included | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Autofocus Points | 39 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #104,294 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #147 in DSLR Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 12 Bit |
| Brand | Nikon |
| Built-In Media | Battery, Instruction Manual, Remote |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 35 Mm |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Nikon F (DX), Nikon F (FX) [brand: Nikon] |
| Compatible Mountings | Nikon F |
| Connectivity Technology | NTSC, PAL |
| Continuous Shooting | 5 FPS |
| Crop Mode | DX |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 249 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | True |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Display Fixture Type | Articulating |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921000 |
| Display Type | Other |
| Dots Per Screen | 307,200 dots per square inch |
| Effective Still Resolution | 24.1 MP |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Exposure Control | Aperture priority (A), Automatic, Manual, Shutter-priority (S) |
| File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | C2, C4, C6, or C10 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Flash Memory UHS Speed Class | U1 or U3 |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | UHS Speed Class 3 (U3) |
| Flash Modes | Automatic |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 sec |
| Focal Length Description | 35 Mm |
| Focus Features | Phase detection autofocus (39 points, 9 cross type) |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact SLR |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00018208015016 |
| HDMI Type | Type C Mini HDMI |
| Hardware Interface | AV Port |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Item Weight | 1.2 Pounds |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Lens Construction | 7 |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1501 |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
| Maximum Image Size | 1920 Pixels |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 Seconds |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Model Name | Nikon D5200 |
| Model Number | 1501 |
| Model Series | D5000 |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Night vision | No |
| Optical Zoom | 1 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 24.71 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
| Real Angle Of View | 23.5 Degrees |
| Recording Capacity | 7.5 Hours |
| Remote Included | No |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Series Number | 5200 |
| Shooting Modes | High dynamic rang |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Face Detection |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Supported File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, MPEG-4, RAW, Other |
| Total Still Resolution | 24.1 MP |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Touch Screen Type | Capacitive |
| UPC | 018208924936 018208015016 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.78x |
| Warranty Description | 30 Days and Manufacturer |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | 5 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon F
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Image Stabilization:** No
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 Millimeters
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 55 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Spot
- **Optical Zoom:** 1 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, RAW

## Images

![D5200 24.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ZYU4T6EYL.jpg)
![D5200 24.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only (Black) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614Ae4pqVbL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the D5200 comes with the neck strap?**
A: Yes, it does. A comfortable neck strap.

**Q: Does it come with the battery or do you have to purchase individually?**
A: It does come with a rechargable battery and the battery charger.I purchased a spare battery to have for use when charging the battery. I take a lot of pictures at a time. (>100)

**Q: I am getting this camera as a gift. I do like to know the diference btw With 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 NIKKOR Zoom Lens and With 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED NIKKOR? Is it worth the U$ 200 difference?**
A: It depends on what $200 is worth to you. Assuming you just have the 18-55mm for a season, will the loss of pictures zoomed between and including 1x to 2x in addition to the ability to get that without changing lens with the higher quality of extra low dispersion (ED), be less than $200 to you?

**Q: What's included?**
A: What's Included?D5200 Camera Body18-55mm and 55-200mm Non-VR LensesTravel CaseWU-1a Wireless Adapter16GB SanDisk Memory Card2 DVD Tutorial *Copied directly from product page...

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good, and with the fixed shortcoming, now a 5 star.
*by D***S on January 11, 2014*

I imagine most are coming to this camera as either an upgrade to a point and shoot, or as a next step from a lesser Dslr. My needs are a little different, so bear that in mind when you read this. This will be primarily a camera used for a studio setup, as I don't need weather sealing, high FPS, or super fast/accurate AF. That said, here are the things that I note. Both pro and Con. Pros: 1. Excellent resolution (and I would be the 5300 is better still in this area) that tops out well above what I have needed in the past (about 16mp) 2. Very nice ergonomics and handling. The feel in your hand (I have medium hands) is comfy and just large enough to feel "real". 3. Af is better that I experienced with the D5100, or even the D7k (both previous studio bodies for me). 4. The menu layout has minor improvements that I find are just notable enough to feel better than its predecessor. 5. The colors out of camera seem closer to reality with this than either the 5100, or 7k bodies were. Not as nice as the D700's though. 6. Swivel screen is perfect for me, esp. when using it to get low angle shots of kids and pets. Cons: 1. The position of the AFL/AEL button (which I use for AF-on), is slightly off to the thumb. Too far out IMO. 2. 1/4000th a tad slow. Above average functionality and great files are what make this a very good camera for my current use. For what the market seeks when looking at this sort of camera, it does very well. Even along side the best competitors, it easily holds its own IMO. Is it up for the task? Yes. Are the images it can produce pretty good (allowing for the skill behind the camera, and the lens in front)? - No, its not pretty good, its excellent overall. Will it make toast and tuck you in at night? Well if that was what you hoped for, you were looking in the wrong place anyhow. EDIT: Nikon updated the firmware today, and fixed the only real bug this camera suffers from. Namely the AF-on functionality during certain shooting setups.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ i would still buy this even ovr the new d 7100
*by P***X on February 22, 2013*

Ok, for starters we all know this is a crop framed camera. This price for this camera is awsome unlike the d 7000 and new d 7100 which are still cropped frame cameras. This little camera packs a punch when tested against a d 7000. The image quality was better and had far less noise not to mention hdr feature which the 7000 lacked. Now the new d 7100 has 51 auto focus points and 15 cross type points and is about 400 dollars more then the new d 5200. Are you really getting more for your money? Not really the d 7100 is a beefed 7000 with 24.1 mp cmos sensor. Still has 2 card SD slot weather sealed and the whole 9 yards with hdr added. There are some features that are good about this 7100 that you normally only see on full framed cameras but the d 5200 has a few of these features as well. Yes, we would all like a d5200 to be weather sealed but eh can't always get what you want. The end result is the d 5200 is the best camera you can own for under $1000.00 us dollars. The d7100 seems like a bit of a scam seeing how its not much further priced from the the full framed d600 granted the d600 had a bad start with the spotting on images after about 200 shots in, but none the less you can't go wrong with a d 5200 and when its time to upgrade its not too smart to upgrade to another cropped frame camera just doesn't make sense. I would looked into d800 and d800e if you want all the bells and whistles. So if your getting a cropped frame camera like a dx get the 5200 it may not be weather sealed and so on, but the image quality is amazing for its price. Also if your not into professional photography it has an easy to use interface. I originally got this for a back up camera and find my self playing with it more then my d 800. Its a fun little camera and if your new to photography I would look Into getting one of these.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Camera
*by R***T on November 23, 2025*

Wonderful camera, we love it! Purchased for video and good quality home photos and couldn’t ask for a better buy. Easy to use and has plenty of camera options.

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