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Nikon D5600

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Pros

  • for a fairly simple
  • highly capable camera
  • improving performance and stability

Cons

  • the distracting sheen of a hard surface gloss
  • no low-pass filter
  • digital cameras a substitute for actually learning photographic processes

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • DX
  • 23.5x15.6 mm
  • 24 Mpx
  • 6000, 4000 px
  • Nikon F
  • 3.5
  • Continuous Auto Focus, Contrast Detection Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus
  • 3.2 in
  • yes

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Nikon D5600 - Pros & Cons

Nikon D5600

Pros

  • for a fairly simple
  • highly capable camera
  • improving performance and stability
  • extremely impressive AF performance
  • provides fast
  • smooth
  • and quiet AF operation
  • highly responsive and smooth focusing with
  • exciting and expressive images
  • compact and lightweight camera
  • Rugged

Cons

  • the distracting sheen of a hard surface gloss
  • no low-pass filter
  • digital cameras a substitute for actually learning photographic processes
  • only one MFT camera
  • Not Nikon lenses
  • it is not a house of credit cards
  • instant feedback can always turn off the instant replay feature
  • cluttered controls and confusing menus
  • D3400 uses a different sensor than the D5600
  • lossless compressed
  • not lossy

Nikon D5600 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3.2 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
25600
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
24 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
6000 x 4000 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon D5600 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor formatDX
Sensor size0.93 in
Sensor photo detectors25.0 Mpx
Effective pixels24.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h3:2
Max resolution6000 x 4000 px
Other resolutions
  • 4496x3000
  • 2992x2000
ProcessorExpeed 4
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Optics and focus
Lens mountNikon F
Magnification (Crop factor)1.5 x
Minimum aperture3.5
Maximum aperture3.5
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Contrast autofocusyes
Autofocus in recording modeyes
Focal length multiplier1.5x
Autofocus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • Contrast Detection Auto Focus
  • Servo Auto Focus
Manual focusyes
Number of focus points39
Max number of AF points (incl. assistant)39
Image stabiliserLens based only
Filter diameter2.64 in
Phase detection autofocusyes
Number of AF points (contrast)39
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Aperture priority
  • Auto
  • Shutter priority
Camera shutter typeMechanical
Minimum shutter speed30.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Number of exposures3
Exposure compensation plus5
Exposure compensation minus-5
Expousure compensation steps
  • 1/3
  • 1/2
Auto exposure lockyes
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
  • 20
WB Bracketing
Yes
Subject / scene modesyes
Flash sync speed1/200s
Built-in flashyes
Flash range12
Flash modes
  • Fill-in
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
External flash connectionHot shoe
Flash metering systemi-TTL
External flashyes
Continuous drive5.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Beach
  • Children
  • Close-up
  • Night
  • Night portrait
  • Party
  • Pet
  • Portrait
  • Snow
  • Sports
  • Sunset
  • Landscape
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Spot
Manual settingsyes
Self-timer options
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
  • 20
Speed (JPEG)5.0 fps
Speed (RAW)5.0 fps
Exposure bracketing0.3 - 0.5±EV
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeStereo
Speaker typeMono
Audio systemStereo
Supported audio file formatsLPCM
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Dimensions
Weight14.64 oz
Width4.88 in
Height3.82 in
Depth2.76 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)970
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedY
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Other features
Timelapse recordingyes
GPSyes
Orientation sensoryes
Languages supportMulti
Tripod mounting supportedyes
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Image
ISO
  • 100
  • 25600
  • Auto
ISO minimum100
ISO maximum25600
Maximum image resolution6000 x 4000 px
White balance presets12
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Manual
  • Shade
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPG
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
  • Vivid
Image stabilization typeNo
Uncompressed formatRAW
HDRno
AEB/HDR supportyes
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.2 in
Articulated LCDyes
Screen technologyLCD TFT
Screen dots1037000
Touch screenyes
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderOptical
Viewfinder coverage95.0 %
Viewfinder magnification0.85 x
Dioptre correctionyes
Diopter adjustment (D-D)-1.7 - 0.5
Eye relief0.67 in
Separate info displayno
Flip-out screenyes
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
  • MPEG-4
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1920 x 1080
Max frame rate (highest resolution)60.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)60.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate60.0 fps
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Design
Body typeSLR
Body materialPlastic
Colour of productBlack
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedno
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • Exif 2.3
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Connectivity
HDMIyes
HDMI connector typeMini
USB connector typeMicro-USB
USB version2.0
Headphone portno
Microphone portyes
WirelessBuilt-In
Supported WiFi types
  • IEEE 802.11b
  • IEEE 802.11g
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCyes
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.1
Firewireno

Nikon D5600 - Q&A (27)

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    kiara_barton
    about 2 years ago
    Can i charge nikon d5600 with usb?
    karolyn_herzog
    about 2 years ago
    The D5600 lacks the ability to charge via USB. You will have to use the supplied charger, which is a pretty quick charger, or if you need to charge multiple batteries, then get an aftermarket charger.
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    alexis
    about 2 years ago
    Can nikon d5600 take video?
    geneva.hoeger
    about 2 years ago
    The Nikon D5600 offers standard video capabilities. It records Full HD videos (1920x1080 pixels) with high frame rates up to 60 frames per second (fps). In addition, it can record in Blu-ray-compatible mode with 24 fps. The D5600 can record videos in PAL or NTSC mode.
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  • 0
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    milford
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have autofocus motor?
    inell.larkin
    about 2 years ago
    No
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    kory_witting
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 discontinued?
    clifford
    about 2 years ago
    Nikon D3500 & D5600 are NOT discontinued (outside Japan, at least) Rumours of death of wildly popular entry-level DSLRs greatly exaggerated, says Nikon.
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    adrienne
    about 2 years ago
    Why can't i turn my bluetooth on my nikon d5600?
    malissa.hartmann
    about 2 years ago
    Switch on Nikon D5600 > Press menu button > Settings > Connect To Smart Device. In your Android device, open the SnapBridge app. Then pair the device with the access code given by the Nikon camera.
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    grover_feest
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 a good camera?
    millie
    about 2 years ago
    At base ISO, the D5600 offers a very impressive 14 EV of dynamic range, nearly an entire EV above the Canon EOS 80D (the T7i has yet to be tested). Overall, the Nikon D5600 offers excellent image quality not only for an APS-C camera, but especially for a camera at its price point of around $700 for the body.
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    darron_schroeder
    about 2 years ago
    Can nikon d5600 shoot raw?
    tynisha.satterfield
    about 2 years ago
    The Nikon D5600 enables users to capture RAW and JPEG format files.
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    willa_tremblay
    about 2 years ago
    Can the nikon d5600 record video?
    yolando
    about 2 years ago
    The Nikon D5600 offers standard video capabilities. It records Full HD videos (1920x1080 pixels) with high frame rates up to 60 frames per second (fps). In addition, it can record in Blu-ray-compatible mode with 24 fps. The D5600 can record videos in PAL or NTSC mode.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    sid
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have autofocus?
    darren.vandervort
    about 2 years ago
    No
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    kera
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have bluetooth?
    olinda
    about 2 years ago
    The D5600's built-in Bluetooth and Wi-fi allow the D5600 to connect wirelessly to compatible Android and iOS smart devices that are running Nikon's SnapBridge app. The wireless functionality does not support connecting to computers.
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  • 0
    Votes
    leo.leannon
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have mic input?
    wallace
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, the D5600 has a microphone jack.
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  • 0
    Votes
    trevor.kihn
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have wifi?
    mary_koch
    about 2 years ago
    This camera's built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad®, and/or iPod touch® or smart devices running on the Android™ operating system.
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  • 0
    Votes
    season
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 shoot 4k?
    margery_dietrich
    about 2 years ago
    Nikon D5600 Video: Solid, but no 4K The D5600's entry-to-mid-level position keeps its maximum video quality at full HD (1920 x 1080), although the camera offers 60/50/24fps options.
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  • 0
    Votes
    jamal
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 good for video?
    shaquita.mante
    about 2 years ago
    Video is not a highlight of the D5600, but the camera does offer good quality HD video recording. The camera can record 1920 x 1080 progressive scan video at up to 60 frames per second, which is in line with its similarly-priced DSLR competition but lagging behind some of its mirrorless competition.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    winifred.heidenreich
    about 2 years ago
    Should i buy nikon d5600?
    davis
    about 2 years ago
    The Nikon D5600 is a compelling product; the addition of WiFi, a tilting touchscreen, and reliable image quality make it one of the best at what it does on the market today.
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  • 0
    Votes
    leota
    about 2 years ago
    Should i buy sony a6000 or nikon d5600?
  • 0
    Votes
    weldon_toy
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have image stabilization?
    sammy_stehr
    about 2 years ago
    No, the Nikon D5600 DSLR camera does not have image stabilization technology built into it. Nikon Vibration Reduction technology originates in a lens, not an image sensor, so if you want VR you will want to use a Nikon lens that has VR technology built into it.
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  • 0
    Votes
    hyacinth_reilly
    about 2 years ago
    How long can nikon d5600 record video?
    catrina
    about 2 years ago
    29 minutes and 59 seconds - High Quality at 1080p60/50 clips are limited to 10 minutes and lower frames rates or resolutions are limited to 20 minutes. In Normal Quality, 1080p60/50 is limited to 20 minutes, and the other modes are limited to 29 minutes and 59 seconds.
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  • 0
    Votes
    herbert.langosh
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 good for wildlife photography?
    katina.steuber
    about 2 years ago
    yes
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  • 0
    Votes
    elidia_wisoky
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have video?
    dodie
    about 2 years ago
    Video is not a highlight of the D5600, but the camera does offer good quality HD video recording. The camera can record 1920 x 1080 progressive scan video at up to 60 frames per second, which is in line with its similarly-priced DSLR competition but lagging behind some of its mirrorless competition.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    sharie
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 full frame?
    Productz
    about 2 years ago
    No. Nikon D5600 is not a Full Frame camera but APS-C 23.5 x 15.6 mm CMOS sensor with x1.53 crop factor.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    micah.rutherford
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 mirrorless?
    errol
    about 2 years ago
    Yes
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  • 0
    Votes
    kyla
    about 2 years ago
    Can you use a nikon d5600 as a webcam?
    hank
    about 2 years ago
    You need to translate the USB signals from your D5600 into something that can be recognized as a USB webcam by your video conferencing software/Windows Camera.
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  • 0
    Votes
    jaime.leannon
    about 2 years ago
    Does nikon d5600 have high speed sync?
    margorie
    about 2 years ago
    You have exceeded the max flash sync shutter speed of your D5600. Nikon lists it as 1/200 sec. Note that the OK shots are 1/50 sec shutter speed while at 1/250 sec you have a shutter curtain shadow.
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  • 0
    Votes
    euna
    about 2 years ago
    What lenses can i use with nikon d5600?
    thomas
    about 2 years ago
    1. Nikon AF-P DX 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR 2. Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8G 3. Nikon AF-P DX 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR 4. Nikon AF-S DX 40mm f/2.8G Micro 5. Nikon AF-S DX 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
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  • 0
    Votes
    donetta_bergstrom
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 waterproof?
    Productz
    about 2 years ago
    No. The Nikon D5600 doesn't have “weather sealing” - seals around the body keep the moisture out.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    micah_breitenberg
    about 2 years ago
    Is nikon d5600 a professional camera?
    Productz
    about 2 years ago
    It's not. With an APS-C sensor instead of a Full Frame sensor, Nikon D5600 is targeted at normal upper-entry level consumers. There is no weather sealing on it, and the performance and features of the camera are lagging behind those found on more professional models.
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Nikon D5600 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (38)

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Nikon D5600 2017 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras $500-900
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Published: 05.05.2017
2017 Roundup: Interchangeable Lens Cameras $500-900

There's no shortage of interchangeable lens cameras in the $500-900 range. Whether they're mirrored or mirrorless, there's something for beginners and enthusiasts alike in this crowd of inexpensive cameras. Read updated roundup

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Published: 20.03.2017
Nikon D5600 Digital Camera Review

Nikon's latest DSLR outpaces even the best smartphones,

Nikon D5600 Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D review
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TechRadar
Published: 22.11.2018
Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D review
4.0

One of the best entry-level DSLRs around

Nikon D5600 Nikon’s D5600 improves on little, but is still a solid DSLR camera
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Published: 16.08.2017
Nikon’s D5600 improves on little, but is still a solid DSLR camera

Our Nikon D5600 review finds a DSLR that performs well and produces great photos and video, but lacks innovation.

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 review: A mild update to an already excellent camera
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Published: 20.06.2017
Nikon D5600 review: A mild update to an already excellent camera
4.0

A subtle update, but the Nikon D5600 is a strong all-rounder at a reasonable price.

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 Review - Conclusion
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Published: 09.11.2016
Nikon D5600 Review - Conclusion

Nikon D5600 Review - D5600 Conclusion

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 DSLR Review
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Published: 10.05.2017
Nikon D5600 DSLR Review

The Nikon D5600 is a DSLR system with an APS-C-sized sensor (24MP) that offers video recording in Full HD resolution. (Editor’s Note: Lab Review lab tests and comments are supplied by BetterNet, Shutterbug’s TIPA-affiliated testing lab and edited by George Schaub. TIPA is a worldwide association of photo and imaging magazines.)

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 Review: Entry-Level DSLR with Muscle - TechPP
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Published: 07.07.2017
Nikon D5600 Review: Entry-Level DSLR with Muscle - TechPP

If you are relatively new to photography and are thinking of buying a DSLR, the chances are that you already have Nikon on top of your list, and have already

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Published: 23.11.2019
Nikon D5600 review
4.0

It's small, it's speedy, it's simple to use – but is the nifty Nikon D5600 worth your time?

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 sensor review: Solid performer
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Published: 17.01.2017
Nikon D5600 sensor review: Solid performer

Announced worldwide in November 2016, with an intriguingly belated announcement in the US at CES in January, the mid-level D5600 is the latest addition to the range. While the new model features a similar DX-format 24-MP CMOS sensor and 3.2-inch fully-articulated LCD in a relatively compact body to that of its predecessor, it adds the company’s SnapBridge technologies —both Bluetooth and WiFi with NFC for image transfer, some touchscreen LCD enhancements, and a built-in time-lapse movie recording option.

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 Review | Photography Blog
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Published: 05.01.2017
Nikon D5600 Review | Photography Blog
4.0

The Nikon D5600 is a new 24 megapixel mid-range DSLR camera with Snapbridge connectivity. The compact D5600 also offers timelapse movies, a touchscreen interface, 1080/60/50p video recording, ISO range of 100-25,600, 5fps continuous shooting, a range of creative effects, 3.2 inch tilting LCD screen, and a 39-point autofocus system. Read our in-depth Nikon D5600 review now...

Nikon D5600 Photo Gear of the Year: We Team Up with TIPA to Pick the Best Photo Products of 2017
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Published: 24.01.2018
Photo Gear of the Year: We Team Up with TIPA to Pick the Best Photo Products of 2017

Shutterbug, a member of the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA), once again joined forces with 30 other member magazines from around the world to choose the winners of the annual TIPA Awards for the best photo/imaging products in 40 different categories. The award process began in early 2017 with an initial selection of a wide range of products conducted by TIPA’s Technical Committee, on which Shutterbug’s Editor-at-Large George Schaub serves.

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Published: 23.02.2017
Nikon D5600
4.4

A minor update to the D5500 with the addition of SnapBridge connectivity and support for in-camera creation of time-lapse movies.

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Published: 09.11.2016
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4.5

The Nikon D5600 gets SnapBridge with the addition of BLE, but what else has changed? Read our Nikon D5600 review to find out!

Nikon D5600 Nikon D5600 review: making connectivity a snap?
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Published: 01.03.2017
Nikon D5600 review: making connectivity a snap?
4.0

The Nikon D5600 is the company's latest model to gain the always-connected SnapBridge system for communication with smart devices. A mid-priced DSLR seems the perfect beneficiary, so does it make this a truly family friendly, socially connected camera?

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