In addition to Kai’s video, here is a quick Nikon D3300 vs. D5300 specifications comparison based on the information published on Nikon’s website:
| Nikon D3300 | Nikon D5300 | |
| Playback Functions | Auto Image Rotation Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) Highlights Histogram Display Image Comment Movie Playback Playback with Zoom Slideshow |
Auto Image Rotation Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 12, or 80 images or calendar) Highlights Histogram Display Image Comment Movie Playback Movie Slideshow Playback with Zoom Slideshow |
| Live View Shooting | Yes | Photography Live View Mode Movie Live View Mode |
| Monitor Size | 3.0in. diagonal | 3.2in. diagonal |
| ISO Sensitivity | ISO100-12,800 Hi-1 (ISO 25,600) |
ISO100-12,800 Hi-1 (ISO 25,600) |
| File Format Still Images | Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW) JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats |
JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats NEF (RAW): Lossless compressed, compressed 12 or 14 bit |
| Battery / Batteries | EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery | One EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery or EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery |
| White Balance | Auto Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset Manual Shade |
Auto Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset Manual Shade |
| Picture Control | Landscape Monochrome Neutral Portrait Selected Picture Control can be Modified Standard Vivid |
Landscape Monochrome Neutral Portrait Standard User-customizable Settings Vivid |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) | 4.9in.(124mm)x3.9in.(98mm)x3.0in.(75.5mm) | 4.92in.(125mm)x3.9in.(98.0mm)x3.0in.(76.0mm) |
| Monitor Resolution | 921,000Dots | 1,037,000Dots |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F bayonet mount | Nikon F bayonet mount |
| Battery Life (shots per charge) | 700shots (CIPA) | 600shots (CIPA) |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage | 95% Horizontal(Approx.) | 95% Horizontal 95% Vertical(Approx.) |
| White Balance Bracketing | — | 3 shots in steps of 1 |
| Storage Media | SD SDHC SDXC |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| In-Camera Image Editing | Color Balance Color Outline Color Sketch D-Lighting Distortion Control Filter Effects Fisheye Image Overlay Miniature Effect Monochrome NEF (RAW) Processing Perspective Control Photo Illustration Quick Retouch Red-Eye Correction Resize Selective Color Straighten Trim |
Color Balance Color Outline Color Sketch D-Lighting Distortion Control Edit Movie Filter Effects Fisheye Image Overlay Miniature Effect Monochrome NEF (RAW) Processing Perspective Control Quick Retouch Red-Eye Correction Resize Selective Color Side-by-Side Comparison Straighten Trim |
| Effective Pixels | 24.2million | 24.2million |
| Card Slot | 1 Secure Digital (SD) | 1 Secure Digital (SD) |
| AC Adapter | EH-5b AC Adapter; requires EP-5A Power Connector (available separately) | EH-5b AC Adapter; requires EP-5A Power Connector (available separately) |
| Lens Compatibility at a Glance*** | AF-S Lens Required for Autofocus | AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses only |
| Monitor Type | Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD | Wide Viewing Angle Vari-angle TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.85x(Approx.) | 0.82x(Approx.) |
| GPS | GP-1A GPS unit | Yes (Built-in) GP-1 GPS unit (optional) GP-1A GPS unit (optional) |
| Approx. Weight | 15.1oz.(430g)camera body only | 16.9oz.(480g)camera body only |
| Sensor Size | 23.5mmx15.6mm | 23.5mmx15.6mm |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/4000sec. | 1/4000sec. |
| Dynamic AF Mode | Number of AF points: 11 (3D-tracking) | Number of AF points: 9, 21, 39 and 39 (3D-tracking) |
| Image Sensor Format | DX | DX |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30sec. | 30sec. |
| Viewfinder Eyepoint | 18mm (-1.0m¯¹) | 18mm (-1.0m¯¹) |
| Auto-area AF Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Sync Modes | Auto Auto with red-eye reduction Auto slow sync Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Rear-curtain sync Rear-curtain with slow sync Red-Eye reduction Red-Eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync Off |
Auto Auto with red-eye reduction Auto slow sync Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Rear-curtain sync Rear-curtain with slow sync Red-Eye reduction Red-Eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync Off |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Scene Modes | Auto Auto [Flash Off] Child Close-up Landscape Night Portrait Portrait Sports |
Autumn Colors Beach / Snow Blossom Candlelight Child Close-up Dusk / Dawn Food Landscape Night Landscape Night Portrait Party / Indoor Pet Portrait Portrait Sports Sunset Special Effects Mode (Night vision, Color sketch, Toy camera, Miniature effect, Selective color, Silhouette, High key, Low key, HDR painting) |
| Movie | HD 1,920×1,080 / 60 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 50 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 30 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 25 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 24 fps HD 1,280×720 / 60 fps HD 1,280×720 / 50 fps VGA 640×424 / 30 fps VGA 640×424 / 25 fps |
HD 1,920×1,080 / 60 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 50 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 30 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 25 fps HD 1,920×1,080 / 24 fps HD 1,280×720 / 60 fps HD 1,280×720 / 50 fps VGA 640×424 / 30 fps VGA 640×424 / 25 fps |
| Mirror Lock Up | Yes (for image sensor cleaning) | Yes |
| Movie Audio | Built-in microphone, monaural Optional external stereo mini-pin jack (3.5mm diameter) Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted |
Built-in microphone, stereo External stereo microphone (optional) Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3EV | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution | 5frames per second | 5frames per second |
| Focus Modes | Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Normal area available in Live View and D-Movie only Predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area available in Live View and D-Movie only |
Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A) Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF available in Live View only Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Normal area Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area |
| Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | CLS Supported | Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information Communication supported with all CLS-compatible flash units |
| Exposure Bracketing | — | 3 frames in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
| Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points | 11 | 39 |
| Price (with 18-55m kit lens) | $646.95 | $896.95 |