The thinnest in class: Nikon D5500 mileage diagnostics

Nikon D5500 (2015) set a record: the thinnest and lightest DSLR camera with a rotating touch screen in its class. The carbon fiber body (a first for amateur Nikon) provided phenomenal lightness while maintaining rigidity. The 24.2-megapixel sensor without AA filter and intuitive touch display have attracted travelers, vloggers and young photographers. It is this “mobile” audience that creates a high range of mileage on the secondary market.

A lightweight camera is always in your backpack, which means you can shoot more often. Travelers took thousands of shots on trips across Asia and Europe. The ultra-thin body, although durable, is more sensitive to shock. Without checking the system counter, it is impossible to assess the degree of wear of the mechanics.

Carbon fiber outside, standard shutter inside

Despite the exotic body material, the D5500 shutter is a standard amateur mechanism with a resource of 100,000 guaranteed operations. A sensor without an AA filter increases the demands on the mechanical condition. The optimal mileage when purchasing is up to 40 thousand. Over 80 thousand - careful assessment before purchase.

Reading mileage data from D5500 NEF files

Mileage data is stored in the MakerNotes block of each NEF and JPEG. For diagnostics you need the original file from the memory card. Our service supports Nikon D5500 metadata.