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Add to SafariWhen comparing Nikon D3300 vs Nikon D3200, the Slant community recommends Nikon D3300 for most people. In the question“What are the best DSLR cameras for beginners?” Nikon D3300 is ranked 2nd while Nikon D3200 is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Nikon D3300 is:
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
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Pros
Pro Detailed images
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
Pro Light body
The camera weighs just 430 grams.
Pro Long battery life
It's CIPA rated 700 shots per charge.
Pro Good video capabilities
The camera shoots detailed 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second.
Pro Can create panoramas in-camera
Pro Well-suited for serious photographers
Pro External mic jack
Pro Great image quality
The camera performs above it's price range, especially with a good lens in low ISO situations.
Pro Long battery life.
The default batteries have a decent battery life, moreover, the batteries are cheap so you can have plenty of backup batteries in your set.
Pro Budget "Pro" for beginner "Pro"
The D3200 is great value for the money. The fact that it is old does not clear out its presence from the market. It is pocket-friendly with many pro features to get a beginner started.
Cons
Con Non-articulating LCD
Camera's LCD is fixed in place making certain shots (such as ones close to the ground) a bit more difficult to monitor.
Con Can't change aperture in live mode
While shutter speed and exposure can be changed, aperture cannot.
Con Live mode has slow autofocus
Con Poor movie mode implementation
Con Full potential of the camera is not realized with the kit lens
The sensor can capture more detail than the lens is letting through.
