Nikon's enthusiast DX DSLR with vari-angle screen and 24.1MP sensor.
The Nikon D5200 launched in 2012 as Nikon's mid-range DX DSLR, positioned between the entry-level D3200 and the enthusiast D7100. With a 24.1MP sensor, 39-point AF, and a vari-angle screen, it offered a good balance of features for photographers stepping up from basic cameras.
Key features include the 24.1MP APS-C sensor, 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type points, vari-angle 3-inch screen, 5fps burst, and 1080p 60fps video. There is no built-in Wi-Fi or touchscreen. The body is polycarbonate with a comfortable grip.
The D5200 is praised for good image quality from the 24MP sensor and the versatile vari-angle screen. It is criticised for the lack of touchscreen and Wi-Fi that competitors offered. The D5300 added Wi-Fi and GPS; the D5500 added a touchscreen.
Very cheap used. Check shutter count, vari-angle screen hinge, and AF point accuracy. The D5300 and D5500 are progressive improvements but the D5200 offers the same fundamental image quality at a lower price.