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SENSOR Effective pixels: 24 megapixels
SENSOR Max resolution: 6000 x 4000
SENSOR Sensor photo detectors: 25 megapixels
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Articulated LCD: Fully articulated
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen size: 3.2″
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen dots: 1,037,000
VIDEOGRAPHY FEATURES Microphone: Stereo
PHYSICAL Weight (inc. batteries): 480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)
CONNECTIVITY Wireless: Built-In
OTHER FEATURES GPS: Built-in
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SENSOR Sensor size: APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Maximum shutter speed: 1/8000 sec
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Continuous drive: 6.0 fps
PHYSICAL Environmentally sealed: Yes (Weather and dust resistant)
PHYSICAL Battery Life (CIPA): 1050
Summary
The Nikon D5300 highest resolution of 6000 x 4000 pixels (24 megapixels) is better than the D7000 maximum resolution of 4928 x 3264 pixels (16 megapixels). The D7000 has larger sensor than the Nikon D5300: APS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm) versus APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm). This is very important difference between these cameras because large sensor allows the photographer to shoot photos of the more professional quality.
The D5300 is equipped with articulated display which will allow the photographer to capture photos from any interesting angle. The Nikon D5300 screen is better as it has more number of screen dots 1,037,000 in compare to 921,000 dots of the D7000 screen. The higher dot count screen is better for reviewing photos on your camera.
The D5300 has built-in Wi-Fi which will help the camera owner to transfer photos quick and easy. The D7000 is environmentally sealed which means that it will be safe even uncovered if the camera owner are out shooting in the rain or snow. The D7000 battery life is better in compare to the Nikon D5300 battery life. In accordance with CIPA standards you will be able to make 1050 shots with the D7000 and only 600 with the D5300. The D5300 weighs 480g which is 300g lighter than the weight of the Nikon D7000. The D5300 has built-in GPS. Recording GPS data can be useful for the travel photographer, to be able to check the photo metadata and see exactly where a picture was shot.
Taking into account the above differences the D5300 will become the best choice. Check the list of the best offers on Amazon