srt101fan

You still don't recognize the advantage of the articulated screen.....!?

BebuLamar

Nope except that it's more fragile. In fact if I like rangefinder (which I don't) I would have a camera without the screen altogether.

olemikey Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida

Of the two, especially for long haul, you will be happier with the "majority choice" D7200. Yes the flip screen is nice, but they can be problematic/easy to damage/connection issues over time. The 7200 is more capable, IMHO. And, it is weather sealed, pentaprism versus pentamirror viewfinder, LCD is higher resolution on 7200, and 7200 has built in motor to drive old AF lenses, which I don't think you can use with D5600.

The price difference is not huge, I would recommend going to the various camera comparison sites and look at the stated differences: just google Nikon D5600 versus D7200 and you will have all the pro's and con's laid out for you. If you can go somewhere and pick them up and play/shoot with them, that would help you.

How big are your hands, do you use big lenses - one is small, the other more of a proper handful for me. I sold a D3200 recently simply because it was just small enough to feel awkward in my hands, smallish, caused my fingers to sort of pinch hold, and was uncomfortable for anything more than a short shoot, or shooting with larger lenses. The D7xxx series fits me just right, and I can actually honestly say I can shoot for long periods and my hand/fingers do not cramp up. The weight balances longer/bigger/heavier lenses well.

My $.02, good luck with your quest/decision.

Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.

Your photo's wont come out any better with the D7200, it just makes it easier to take pictures. Keep in mind the D7200 is larger and heavier.

brianmcnarch

the d5600 is one of the few Nikon cameras with no low pass filter. that is one main difference between the two cameras you speak of. the low pass filter averages each 3 square area of pixels to counter the effects of moire at the expense of sharpness or clarity. this is an oversimplified explanation. so if max sharpness is your goal you may consider the d 5600.

Jerry Green Loc: Huntsville, AL

The D7200 uses the Nikon Wireless Mobile Utility (WMU) app for a cell phone and it is more reliable than Snap Bridge. I use the WMU app for ground level macro photography or when I would have used an articulating LCD screen.
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olemikey Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida

Neither camera has the Anti-aliasing filter or "low pass filter" as you call it.

Kreb's Cyclist

Understood. Note that I wasn't advocating for the D5600 over the D7200 as I have Canon and am not familiar with them. For me, having an articulating screen is invaluable and I wouldn't want a camera without it. Even those that just tilt in one direction wouldn't do it for me. I've heard others say that once they've used a body with an articulating screen that they wouldn't want to go back to fixed.

brianmcnarch

my mistake. you're right. bad info from me.

Retina Loc: Near Charleston,SC

Having used the entry level Nikons and looking to upgrade, what I can safely say is that you can get very good images with these models, as good in many respects as with the D7200. It just takes more work due to the controls, the viewfinder, and greater camera shake. So unless you really need an articulating screen, you will be happier with the D7200 for most types of shooting. I recommend finding a used D5x00 later on at a good price for the occasional needs for a twisty LCD if it becomes an issue, but I wouldn't let that drive the decision unless you need that feature right away.

broncomaniac Loc: Lynchburg, VA

$400 discount. Get one.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1127271-REG/nikon_1554_d7200_dslr_camera_body.html

CatMarley Loc: North Carolina

Stop debating. Take the 7200. There is no comparison between the two.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

The absence of the aa filter on the D5000 series, began with the D5300. The D7200 does not have an aa filter. Nikon no longer installs aa filters in their cameras anymore.

timepass Loc: Yardley,PA

I,ve had a D7200 for over a year.I bought it refurbished from Nikon,I love it.No problems.Sounds like you found one for a good price.
Mike

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Yes, the articulating screen has its advantages. But, many photographers don't need it. You can get over the head shots or below the knee shots with it. Without crawling on the pavement.