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Nikon D3300

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Weight430 g

Dimensions124 x 98 x 76 mm

Max resolution6000 x 4000

Video resolution1080p60; 720p60

Continuous drive5 fps

Sensor type24 MP APS-C CMOS

Screen size3" fixed

TouchscreenNo

Image stabilizationNo

ISO Range100 - 12800 (25600 boosted)

AF points11

PortsUSB 2.0

MicrophoneMono

Wi-FiOptional

Lens mountNikon F

Shutter speed range30 - 1/4000 seconds

Video FormatsMPEG-4; H.264

Storage typesSD / SDHC / SDXC

ProcessorExpeed 4

Remote controlYes

Built-in flashYes

Battery Life (CIPA)700

Environmentally sealedNo

External flashYes

Flash range12m

Flash X sync speed1/200 sec

Exposure compensation±5

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Detailed images

The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor.

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Can create panoramas in-camera

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Light body

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External mic jack

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Long battery life

It's CIPA rated 700 shots per charge.

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Good video capabilities

The camera shoots detailed 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second.

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Cons

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Live mode has slow autofocus

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Poor movie mode implementation

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Can't change aperture in live mode while shooting video

While shutter speed and exposure can be changed, aperture cannot.

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Detailed images

Can create panoramas in-camera

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