Nikon
D5200
Mid-range 24MP DX DSLR with 39-point AF, articulating vari-angle LCD, 1080p60 video, and no OLPF sensor.
$799
Launch priceReleased Nov 2012
Nikon
D5600
Popular entry APS-C DSLR with 24MP sensor, articulating touchscreen, and SnapBridge connectivity.
$699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2016
D5600 is 4 years newer.
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Wins
D5200
Wins
D5600
13 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AD5200 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- AD5200 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- AD5200 has higher Burst (electronic) (15 fps vs 11 fps)
- BD5600 has lower Weight (465 g vs 520 g)
- BD5600 has higher Resolution (24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareD5200
138 × 98 × 88 mm
520 g (1.15 lb / 18.34 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
D5600
124 × 97 × 70 mm
465 g (1.03 lb / 16.40 oz)
D5200 is 14mm wider, 1mm taller, and 18mm thicker than D5600.
D5200 is 55 g heavier than D5600.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm D5200 · 70mm D5600
Sensor size, to scale
D5200
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
D5600
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
D5200
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
D5600
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
D5200
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Animal / bird AF
Only D5200 supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only D5200 supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only D5200 supports it
Weather sealing
Only D5200 supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Touchscreen
Only D5200 supports it
Reasons to choose
D5600
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 70
AA filter
Only D5600 supports it
Weight
465 g vs 520 g — lower is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 493
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 90 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 6 fps
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
D5200
Pros
- ✓39-point AF (9 cross-type)
- ✓Articulating vari-angle LCD
- ✓24.1MP no OLPF sensor
- ✓1080p60 video
- ✓Good step-up from D3xxx
Cons
- –Single SD slot
- –No 4K
- –Superseded by D5300/D5500/D5600
- –DSLR platform declining
D5600
Pros
- ✓Articulating touchscreen
- ✓24MP APS-C
- ✓Huge F-mount lens library
- ✓Great value used
Cons
- –DSLR platform
- –No 4K 60p
- –Single card slot
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, D5200 or D5600?
D5200 scores 8.0/10 versus 4.5/10 for D5600 — 15fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the D5200 and D5600?
D5200 is 24.1 MP and D5600 is 24.2 MP, so the D5600 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the D5200 and D5600 have in-body image stabilization?
D5200 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while D5600 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the D5200 or the D5600?
D5200 reaches 15 fps electronic. D5600 reaches 11 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the D5200 and D5600?
D5200 weighs 520 g and D5600 weighs 465 g, so the D5600 is 55 g lighter.
Do the D5200 and D5600 record 4K video?
D5200: 4K up to 60p. D5600: 4K up to 60p.
Are the D5200 and D5600 weather sealed?
D5200: Yes. D5600: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the D5200 and 640 shots for the D5600, giving the D5600 the edge.
How much does each cost?
D5200 launched at $799 and D5600 at $699. The D5600 is $100 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.