Nikon D3300 at 24.2MP without OLPF for maximum sharpness, compact collapsible VR II kit at budget pricing.
The Nikon D3300 with AF-S DX 18-55mm VR II is a 24.2-megapixel entry DSLR kit from 2014 that removed the anti-aliasing filter for maximum sharpness and introduced the collapsible VR II kit lens. The D3300 provided excellent resolution with improved portability.
The 24.2MP sensor without OLPF provides maximum sharpness, and the collapsible 18-55mm VR II retracts for more compact storage. The EXPEED 4 processor handles noise and colour well, and the Guide Mode teaches photography fundamentals interactively.
Build quality is compact Nikon entry with the improved collapsible kit lens. The VR II provides effective handheld stabilisation, and the 11-point AF handles everyday focusing reliably. Full HD 1080p 60fps video adds modern video capability.
The D3300 kit offers maximum-sharpness 24.2MP with compact VR II zoom at budget used pricing. The removed OLPF and collapsible lens provide genuine improvements over the D3200 predecessor at similar cost.