Nikon D5300 DSLR with AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II Lens, Refurbished by Nikon USA, Black

2018-08-17T20:00:00

I like that the camera is easy to navigate through the menus and things are quick to find. Takes excellent pictures. I would highly recommend this camera even for beginners I think this would be a great camera.

Nikonenthusist

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2018-06-28T20:00:00

The D5300 is my first DSLR camera. I bought my D5300 with the Nikon 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Kit Lens, but I use it with a Nikon 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR Lens. I use my camera for taking photos of birds or landscapes. The D5300 is my only camera capable of taking photos of birds in flight.

PanamaHatandCamera

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2018-06-18T20:00:00

I have been a hobbyist-level photographer for many years, going clear back to 1961 when I got my first film camera. I can't honestly say photography is a passion with me; more like a pleasant pastime. I didn't get involved with digital cameras until 2005, when I was gifted with a small point-and-shoot. I did become interested, though, and from that time until the present I have purchased and taken lots of pictures with increasingly advanced cameras (one of which was my much-loved Nikon P-80) until December of last year, when I made the step up from a Fuji bridge camera to the Nikon d5300, which I paired with the Nikkor 35mm f /1.8 DX prime lens. I am almost 70 years old and don't get out and around like I did in the past. Still, I very much enjoy my vintage-2013 DSLR; it has all the features I need and prefer after 12 years of using digital cameras. I live on a fixed income and cost was a factor. But I have an extraordinarily fine, precision instrument in the d5300, with its 24-megapixel DX sensor (I especially like the absence of an anti-aliasing filter, which increases sharpness). I have also come to rely on a fully articulated LCD, and don't like touch screens; the d5300 has the one without the other; perfect. It shoots 60 fps video, ideal for slow motion (I am an intermediate-level user of v.15 of both Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements). I like to do time-lapse; there's a built-in intervalometer. I did some homework before I bought this jewel and I'm very happy with it. Thanks very much.

xgi93

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2018-06-13T20:00:00

Best camera I've ever used, followed by the D3300, I loved it. It makes great shots, has good settings, sensor cleaning could be a little more effective, but it does not change the fact that it's good.

Biigodes

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2018-05-21T20:00:00

This is my second Nikon DSLR. First was a D3800 which was great, then I got the Nikon D5300. The weight of this camera is so light which makes it a dream to hike with. The camera controls are easily accessible and within seconds you are ready to take your shot. Love this camera!

Jlynne

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2018-05-04T20:00:00

Retired enthusiast, Upgraded from a 10 year old D80. Quite the improvement especially in the focusing and image quality, I shoot 14bit raw and use Lightroom. Also perfect size and weight for me. Great ease of use. My first Nikon was an FTn (m1971). Still have it.

Old G.

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2018-04-27T20:00:00

I received this camera new and I have been using this camera for work for the past 3 years. I use it indoors and outdoors all year in Minnesota. It has over 280,000 actuations and has not had any repairs done on it. Has worked in the rain, sleet and snow really well and it was still working at -20F these past couple of winters. I would buy another if I have to.

Zski

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2017-11-15T19:00:00

I purchased the D5300 specifically for conversion to infrared photography. I selected the D5300 for 3 reasons: 1) live view (very important for focusing with infrared), 2) flip out screen, 3) modest price. The camera has worked out great as a special purpose tool. I also have a D5500 that I use for general (usually not so serious) photography. I have a full-frame D800e for the more serious stuff. The only thing I miss on the D5300 is a touch screen. The touch screen functions on the D5500 are great.

MachSchnell

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2017-09-27T10:14:29

This camera scratching my itch for taking pictures on the next level

DAYMON D.

2017-09-26T18:01:23

Hi, everybody. I wanna speak about Adorama website(not about the Nikon camera &....). first of all, I purchased the new camera(Adorama told a new camera is 99% new = 9/10=new=just without original wearing or cover &... ), but after delivering my package I saw that Camera`s shutter count is 1889 time. So it is 8/10, not 9/10. second, it was supposed to give me the Camera with original box but they gave me the white box. As a result, camera`s price was good( Adorama such a good price).shipping was fast. Adorama, please send the new Camera for the customer with original box as you expressed in your website.

Mohsen M.

2017-09-07T13:24:47

The best camera to start photography

Pedro M.

2017-09-03T15:39:01

This bundle worked nicely for me as a beginner. I have enough to take some really nice pictures, learn about the basics, and it was affordable.

Janet B.

2017-09-01T14:42:42

I recommend this product too everyone. I love my camera. Can't wait to turn pro with it, so I can upgrade! :)

Mark M.

2017-08-28T08:00:43

Very pleased with this refurbished camera and lens set.

Donica E.

2017-08-25T18:39:03

I bought refurb and got what I think is great deal. This camera can do more things.... astounding. Easy to use. 300 page manual! So many features. But.. also simple to use. Very pleased thus far.

DANIEL M.

2017-08-23T19:57:25

Still learning all the details of this Nikon D5300. Took it Tenn. to take pictures of the eclipse through a small telescope. Worked great! A picture is included.

Robert B.

2017-08-23T14:27:27

Very pleased with the purchase. Drove to Columbia SC and took very nice pictures of the eclipse. Very pleased with this camera.

DAVID S.

2017-08-15T16:27:34

I bought this camera for my teenage son. This is his first camera, although he has taken photos with one of my cameras. I bought the factory refurbished D5300, and although it did not come with the original packaging or an instruction manual, in all honesty it appears to be new. Image quality is awesome. My son has managed to capture some great shots of some Humming Birds around the feeder using the 70-300mm lens. So far we are extremely happy.

James K.

2017-08-09T17:06:42

This is my second try at a refurbished D5300. The first one had a faulty lens mount and I had to return it. That is not what I expected from Nikon. Adorama sent a replacement and it seems fine. Two pieces were missing but Adorama replaced them quickly. I like the features, especially wifi connections to my phone. Automatic features seem fine but I am waiting for the eclipse to see how well it works on manual. I would rate it 5 stars if I had not had so much trouble getting a working body and all the parts.

TOM W.

2017-08-03T09:55:35

Easy to use , light , small well balanced ,good quality camera

francisco m.

2017-08-02T11:59:53

I was looking for another body to add to my camera bag and wanted one that was compatible with the batteries, lenses and other accessories I already had for my other two Nikons. The D5300 was among my possible choices and had several features I was looking for. It has already proven to be an excellent choice although the real proof will come at a music festival I'll be photographing at over Labor day weekend. The only small "glitch" I've encountered was a "freeze" of all functions after taking a "burst" of photos (continuous H mode). Further research on that lead me to believe that the SD card was too slow. Has to remove and reinsert the battery to clear the "freeze". I've updated to an SD card with a higher transfer speed, so that will hopefully help avoid that situation in the rare cases when I use that shutter mode.

Thomas D.

2017-07-28T14:54:50

I got interested in wildlife photography and have a D7200. My wife was interested in taking pictures but the D7200 was too heavy and complicated. She loves this camera. It takes great photos and is really light weight. Also we can share equipment which helps out in keep our cost down.

HARRY G.

2017-07-24T10:41:12

My refurbished D5300 has performed perfectly. I'm happy that I saved the money instead of purchasing new.

LISA F.

2017-07-22T06:37:02

Great transaction last year when buying this camera. I would definitely go though here again to buy another. No issues with camera, operations, quality, etc.

Scott S.

2017-07-14T08:56:00

This is my first Nikon – great lightweight camera, good image quality, packed with features. I have used the camera with both the 18-55 and 55-200 lenses and have had great results. I was looking for a smaller DSLR and this one is perfect!

Chris P.

2017-07-13T09:13:59

This is probably the best camera you can get at this price. Pros - Price - Image quality - Features: Tilt screen, light weight, HDR/bracketing, 39 focus poinst, Expeed 4 processor, fun effects Minor cons: - It didn't come with a Nikon box as I was expecting, but everything else was great. - The wifi is pretty bad. It takes a lot of time to connect, when it does. I ended up buying a remote trigger for the camera.

Gabriel C.

2017-07-12T16:12:28

I purchased this for my wife as an upgrade to her D5100. I downloaded the manual from Nikon and she is just beginning to become familiar with the new features and looking forward to exploring all of them. We were both impressed by the excellent condition of the camera and and expect to get many years of great picture taking from it. Steve

Steve B.

2017-07-11T13:25:15

Very good fast shipping (free). Great price

JAMES B.

2017-07-10T20:00:00

I've had this camera for about 7 or 8 months and it is absolutely amazing. it has guided me to take my photographer skills to new levels and to try new things. This camera was also my first DSLR. The kit lenses are amazing, I frequently use the telephoto lens to snap shots of the moon. I'm gonna be buying more lenses later this month though, so I can get the best out of the Nikon experience.

MediocrePhotography

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2017-07-07T08:58:23

It's great, adjust about anything you can with film cameras and more

John G.