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Nikon D500 Overview
Nikon D500 Specs
Imaging
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Sensor Resolution | Actual: 21.51 Megapixel Effective: 20.9 Megapixel (5568 x 3712) |
| Sensor Type | 23.5 x 15.7 mm (APS-C) CMOS |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Capture Type | Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Type | Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, Electronic Shutter |
| Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30 Seconds |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
| ISO Sensitivity | Photo 100 to 51,200 in Auto Mode (Extended: 50 to 164,000) Video 100 to 51,200 in Auto, Manual Mode (Extended: 164,000) |
| Metering Method | 3D Color Matrix, Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range | -4 to 20 EV |
| White Balance | Presets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 10 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 200 Frames (Raw) |
| Interval Recording | Yes |
| Self-Timer | 2/5/10/20-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture
| Image Sizes | 3:2 JPEG 5568 x 3712 4176 x 2784 2784 x 1856 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw, TIFF |
| Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
| Internal Recording Modes | H.264/MOV UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98/25/29.97 fps 1920 x 1080p at 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps |
| External Recording Modes | HDMI UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) 1920 x 1080p 1280 x 720 |
| Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for Full HD (1920 x 1080) Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for HD (1280 x 720) |
| Broadcast Output | NTSC |
| IP Streaming | None |
| Built-In Microphone Type | Stereo |
| Audio Recording | 2-Channel LPCM Audio |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot | Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: CFexpress Type B / XQD |
| Audio I/O | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input |
| Wireless | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) | None |
Monitor
| Size | 3.2" |
| Resolution | 2,359,000 Dot |
| Display Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
| Secondary Display | Top: Status Display |
Viewfinder
| Type | Optical (Pentaprism) |
| Eye Point | 16 mm |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Magnification | Approx. 1x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -2 to +1 |
Focus
| Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 153 (99 Cross-Type) |
| Autofocus Sensitivity | -4 to +20 EV |
Flash
| Built-In Flash | No |
| Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Hi-Speed Sync, Off, Rear Curtain/Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/250 Second |
| Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 85% |
General
| Battery Type | 1 x EN-EL15 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7 VDC, 1900 mAh |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Accessory Mount | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy, Carbon Fiber |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.8 x 4.5 x 3.2" / 147 x 115 x 81 mm |
| Weight | 1.89 lb / 860 g (With Battery, Recording Media) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 3.6 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.5 x 6.3 x 6" |
Nikon D500 Reviews
Best wildlife camera available
By Jeffrey
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-27
The D500 with its 10 fps shutter, optical viewfinder, 100 shot RAW buffer, and great auto focus is a great option for wildlife. I shoot mostly birds and appreciate the "crop factor" even though I know it's mainly an optical "illusion" over full frame. It is ruggedly built and weather resistant.
Great for wildlife photography
By Amanda
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-04
I upgraded from a NikonD5300 so of course this will seem a lot better. But it is better than expected especially for the price. Using the same lens on my D5300 and this camera, there is a massive improvement for what fits in the frame and clarity. I use it for wildlife photography, mostly birds, and this camera is so quick it catches the birds so well in flight and doing quick movements. The larger range in ISO is also really fun to play with.
Industry standard for sports photography
By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-04
The Nikon D500 has been a sports photography workhorse for awhile but still beats out newer models for features related to action photography. This is actually my second exact same body so I can shoot with two cameras at various sporting events.
as good as it gets
By Kenneth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-04
The Cat's meow!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love it
By Trevor
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-03
Autofocus is spot on and fast. 10fps is awesome too, I don't think you can beat this camera at the price point.
Huge step up from D3300
By Trevor
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-31
I love this thing. No more silly settings for absolute beginners like my D3300. Tons of customizable settings & buttons. The 10 fps is awesome. Auto focus is awesome. It's still a great camera in 2022.
Continuous lock ups
By Larry
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-13
Within the first 20 photos my camera locked up during use, not responding to any button presses and unable to be turned off unless the battery was removed. I thought maybe it was a fluke so I brushed it off. Well now it occurs every time I use this new body, I have under 200 shots and it locks up every 20-30 shots requiring battery removal... I'm using supported memory cards of both model types and tried multiple cards. I've tried multiple lenses, multiple batteries, and with and without a battery grip and the issues persist. Sometimes I get an ERR message and sometimes not, looks like I got a $1,600 paperweight and will have to continue using my old d7200 for DX and d750 for FX.....
Nikon D 500
By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-07
Very versatile camera. Lots of features.
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Any idea when to expect the D500 (body only) in from the current back order?
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