Nikon - D500 DSLR Camera (Body Only) - Black
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Description
Features
20.9 megapixels resolution delivers incredible detail and gorgeous enlargements
The high pixel count lets you maintain high resolution even after cropping, trimming and printing large-sized images.
ISO up to 51200 for crisp, clear photos even in low light
Shoot confidently without sacrificing detail, even in extremely low light.
Capture fast-action shots at up to 10 fps (frames per second)
From joyous facial expressions to fast-paced sports action, burst mode ensures you get the shot even if it only lasts a fraction of a second.
3.2" tiltable LCD monitor makes it easy to frame your shot
Tilts up and down so you can compose your shot from a variety of angles.
Capture spectacular movies in 4K UHD
An intelligent image sensor reads movie images at faster rates than ever, significantly reducing the rolling shutter distortion that can occur while panning or shooting fast-moving subjects.
EXPEED 5 image-processing engine delivers blazing speed and performance
From shooting images and videos, to playback and data transfer, this processor handles even the most demanding tasks with ease.
Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder
With approximately 100% horizontal and vertical frame coverage, you can compose the shot by seeing virtually the same shot the lens sees.
External flash sold separately.
Advanced Multi-CAM 20K autofocus 153-point autofocus provides accurate subject tracking
Allows you to confidently capture everything from fast-action sports to fast-moving wildlife.
Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC and Bluetooth for easy sharing
Lets you transfer photos to your compatible cell phone, tablet or other devices.
SnapBridge supported
Lets you take your images further via constant wireless communication.
HDMI type-C output makes HDTV hookup a snap
Easily connect your camera to an HDTV for immediate movie playback. HDMI cable required, sold separately.
Accessories included Rechargeable battery, battery charger, eyepiece, lens caps, body cap, cable clips, shoulder strap and USB cable.
Multiformat memory slot for storing or transferring data
What's Included
- AN-DC17 Strap
- BF-1B Body Cap
- D500 DSLR Camera
- DK-17 Eyepiece
- EN-EL15 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- HDMI Cable Clip
- MH-25A Battery Charger
- UC-E22 USB Cable
- USB Cable Clip
- User’s Manual
Key Specs
- Image Sensor TypeCMOS
- Image Sensor SizeAPS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF)Yes
- Effective Pixels20.9 megapixels
- Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth, WiFi, NFC
- WaterproofNo
General
- Product NameD500 DSLR Camera (Body Only)
- BrandNikon
- Model Number1559
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
- Product SetBody Only
- Camera Model FamilyNikon D500
- Digital Camera TypeDSLR Camera Body Only
Imaging
- Image Sensor TypeCMOS
- Image Sensor SizeAPS-C (23.6 x 15.7 mm)
- Image Resolution (Display)5568 x 3712
- Digital ZoomNone
- Long ZoomNo
- Low Light/High SensitivityYes
- Image File Format(s)JPEG, RAW, TIFF
Focus
- AutofocusYes
- Eye Autofocus (Eye AF)Yes
Exposure Control
- Shutter Speeds1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, Bulb, Time, X250
- Minimum ISO100
- Maximum ISO51200
- Brightness ControlYes
- Burst ModeYes
- Self TimerYes
- Self-Timer Delay20 seconds
- Shooting ModesAperture-priority (A), manual (M), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority (S) and movie
- Panorama ModeNo
- Scene ModesAperture-Priority, Manual, Programmed auto with flexible program, Shutter-Priority
- White Balance ModesAuto (3 types), Choose color temperature (2500K–10000K), Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view)
- Effective Pixels20.9 megapixels
Lens
- In-Lens Image StabilizationYes
Flash
- Integrated FlashNo
- External Flash MountHot Shoe
Display
- Display TypeLCD
- Screen Size3.2 inches
- Screen Resolution2359000 Dots
- Viewfinder TypeOptical
- Viewfinder Magnification1.0 times
- Touch ScreenYes
- Varying Angle ScreenYes
Video
- Video Resolution4K (2160p)
- HDR ModeNo
- Slow Motion RecordingNo
- HD Movie Mode FocusAutomatic
Storage
- Number Of Memory Card Slots2
Compatibility
- Tripod/Monopod MountableYes
- Socket Size1/4 in.
- Memory Card CompatibilitySecure Digital, Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC), XQD
- Remote CompatibleYes
Features
- Face DetectionYes
- Smile ModeNo
- Integrated GPSNo
- Records AudioYes
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth, WiFi, NFC
- Output(s)HDMI
- Headphone JackYes
- PictBridge EnabledYes
Power
- Rechargeable BatteryYes
- AC Adapter CompatibleYes
- Removable BatteryYes
- Battery ModelEN-EL15
- Number of Batteries Required1
Performance
- WaterproofNo
- Water ResistantNo
- Shock ResistantNo
Included
- Number of Lenses Included0
- Camera Bag/Case IncludedNo
- Batteries IncludedYes
- AC Adapter IncludedYes
- Memory Card IncludedNo
Dimension
- Product Height5.8 inches
- Product Width3.2 inches
- Product Depth4.6 inches
- Product Weight1.68 pounds
- Camera Body Weight1.68 pounds
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC018208015597
Customer reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 333 reviews
(333 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.4
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I'd give it a rating of six if I could...
||Posted .I have been thru a few cameras. The D7200, the D7500, the D750. And the Sony RX10 IV. None of them compare to this beast. Many think it's a cropped sensor camera so it can't be that good. Trust me that it's "that good". I'll expand... First and foremost, it's a pro-body camera. It has features that the others do not. It feels much better in the hand. The rear LCD display can be pivoted up or down so that you can have more flexibility while shooting, unlike the others which only go one way. It shoots ten frames per second unlike the others which are about half that or less. That's a game changer when you're shooting wildlife, sports, or anything like an air show that requires speed. This body just feels powerful compared to the others. Another thing that I read in other reviews before buying it, and that I definitely noticed once I loaded a few images onto the computer for editing...was how accurate the colors are. That was not the case with the other camera bodies. Very impressed. I bought the 35mm f1.8 Nikon fixed lens w/ this camera body, as they say that's a must at a price of $199. The sample images below were taken with that lens. I will also be adding the Tamron 16-300mm for Nikon bodies @ $629. Both the lens and this camera body are moisture and dust sealed, making them a perfect combo for a long hike. If I could add that "Asia" from the Akron Best Buy store was more than helpful. She made the transaction very simple, and had a great attitude. Thank you Best Buy and Nikon. Products like this make life more enjoyable.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Homeruns, thank you Nikon
||Posted .I never thought I'd go back to an APS-C sensor camera. I love full frame and figured that would be all if ever use. I started from Nikon's D70, D200, D300 (got stolen) and for the last years I've been using the D700. I've been. Drooling for the D810 for its 36mp but never pulled the trigger on the $3000 price tag. In the last 2 years I have gotten into wildlife photography which lead me to the Tamron 150-600 and to my current Nikon 200-500mm lens. Great gear, but on a 12mp body and only 5 FPS, I find myself struggling with small and nimble birds. Missing focus and the "money shot". I have only had the D500 for a couple weeks but because of the 1.5 APS-C crop and the MP boost from 12 to 20.9, I am seeing details I have never been able to manage before. It's blowing me away! And 10 FPS is getting some really good action that I usually miss. Why not stay FF and pick up a D610 or D750? Buffers are too small for high speed RAW shooting. Even my D700 slows me down. But so far the D500 appears to be a home run.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Almost Perfect!
||Posted .I'm going to start with what I don't like about the camera! Cons: SnapBridge, WiFi, Tilt screen and Touch screen. This camera is geared towards sports, action and wildlife photographers. Those are features that are not needed for these types of work, (with the exception of the tilt screen for some video footage). Snapbridge and wifi should only be on the entry level cameras (IMO)! If you're in a rush to post to social media, chances are that the photo isn't that good to begin with! Specular Highlights: Very temperamental and often blows them out if not careful! Lightroom: I find the color rendering to be off during import into lightroom. It's an easy fix though. A quick adjustment to the color profile in the camera calibration panel to camera flat or camera neutral brings the files back to a good starting point! Pros: AF speed, Accuracy and continuous AF tracking is nothing short of amazing and is where this camera really shines! ISO Performance: Excellent for a DX body. I personally wouldn't go beyond iso 4,000 but that's very good for DX IMO! Ergonomics: A+. If you own a D810, switching between cameras is like night and day. Overall, this is a solid performing camera for it's intended purpose and I highly recommend add it to your kit.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great fast action camera
||Posted .I am a sports photographer. My main sports kits include 2 Canon 7DM2, Sigma 120-300 F2.8, Sigma 50-100 F1.8, Sigma 18-35 F1.8. After using the d500, I decided to sell off all of my Canon sports kit and go Nikon. I also had the Canon 5DM3 with a lot of L glasses, but switched to Sony with G and G master lenses. Sony is a incredible company, but I just can't deal with some minor issues, and bought the d750 as a travel camera. I purchased the D500 after getting very impressed with the d750. I originally went to Sony for the light weight small lenses, but came back to the dslr with the Nikon system. I still have my Sony system for portrait, but no longer plan to use it for traveling. I like very responsive cameras that is ready to shoot when I press the shutter. I don't want to keep on charging on the go as well. Why am I talking about this on the review? B/c you can see how great the camera is on other reviews and just wanted to share my experiences. It looks as if Nikon is going down hill, but I realized how great the Nikons are after using it. I'm willing to loose a lot of $$$ switching, but the D500 is worth it. You might think why not just buy a Canon 1dx2, and it's b/c I can't afford to buy 2 bodies. The reason I was drawn to the D500 is the AF system and great high ISO performance vs the Canon 7Dm2. I hope this helped you :)
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Camera
||Posted .I am a wildlife photographer and have been shooting with a Nikon D800, which still have and love but for some of the bird life it was a little slow to focus and frames per second were on the slow side for fast moving subjects. When the D500 came out and I read the specs and looked at some testimonials it appeared to be what I was in search of. It was. I love the 10 FPS and it focuses really fast. The other features that help in my wild life photography are the DX crop factor and I am enjoying the touch/tilt screen for those shots close to the ground. I have not found anything about camera that has presented any problems.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
The Best Nikon Camera Body I own!
||Posted .I purchased the Nikon D500 body because I was going to shoot a very important wedding and I normally don't shoot weddings. I own a D800 for the portraits and now I wanted a body with some speed to it. I found that after using the camera for a week I really fell in love with this camera body. This is faster then I expected! The focus was instant and I was able to capture MANY spontaneous candid moments and the camera actually kept up with me and as I was using it I kept pushing it harder and harder. It held up to my testing and my wedding turned out to be the best one I have done so far! I am so please with it that I am now ONLY using my D800 and My D500 for ALL my professional work!
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great camera
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.I waited for a while to buy this camera but I am so glad I decided to buy it. I have been mostly getting shots of birds in my back yard right now. It is a big upgrade from my D3400.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
It is a BEAST
||Posted .It is true that this camera is a workhorse when it comes to shooting wildlife and action photography. The focusing system on this camera is amazing. It is able to keep up with any subject without a problem. I never miss a shot because of its large buffer and shooting rate. The ergonomics of the buttons and switches make it unbelievably easy to switch through. It only took me about a day of shooting to fully memorize the layout. If you are on the fence about purchasing this camera, go in-store and try it out. It is a bit heavy, but sturdy and well built. Feels great in hand. You won't be disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionWhat does body only mean? No lense?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Nikon dslr camera's are sold either body only or in sets which includes lens. So in this case this camera (body only) does not include any type of lens, it will still include the accessories like battery, strap,body lens cover etc..
Answered by PIR8TESLIFE
Q: QuestionIs this a US camera or grey market?
Asked by Tank.
- A:Answer You are probably not going to get a gray market camera from a certified Nikon Dealer. They would be jeopardizing losing their dealer status plus lots of money from legal action from Nikon. If you are ever in doubt, with any seller, ask them for the serial number prior to shipment. Verify that is a legitimate serial number with Nikon. Once you receive your camera, verify the serial number on the camera, box, and pre-printed warranty slips from the box match.
Answered by ThatNikonGuy
Q: QuestionI currently own a Nikon D7000 would all the lenses I use for it work on the D500 ?
Asked by Kayakcameraman.
- A:Answer Yes. They should.
Answered by Photosb
Q: QuestionWhen will tuhis be available to purchase
Asked by matt.
- A:Answer I have been watching the Nikon D500 for a month daily online. I went in to my local Best Buy (Rim - San Antonio, TX) on 5/11/2016, and they had received one that day. I purchased it on the spot.
Answered by LawWrangler
Q: QuestionWill this shoot HDR in RAW? The 7200 does not.
Asked by Spidey.
- A:Answer Yes. I shoot RAW all the time and it will shoot HDR in RAW. You can also bracket up to 9 shots for an HDR composition if you want, way more than you need but it's there if you want it.
Answered by Graphicai
Q: QuestionIs this good for macro photography? What lense would you pair with it for macro photography?
Asked by PolarBear.
- A:Answer Yes, the excellent auto focus system, high ISO performance, superior metering white balance, APS-C crop factor and tilting rear display make the D500 excellent for macro photography. The best lens depends on your subjects and your budget of course. I have the 60mm for flowers and Portraits.
I would recommend:
Answered by MDP1201
Q: QuestionIs this a USA model?
Asked by Rufus.
- A:Answer Yes, the unit I got is a US Model. You should get a manual in English and Spanish. If no English manual it is not a good sign. However, you can down load one from Nikon.
Answered by George
Q: QuestionWhen shooting video, is it auto focus?
Asked by Pino.
- A:Answer Yes, the D500 will autofocus while shooting video. That said, the microphones may pick up noise from the lens while in autofocus mode, so you may be better off using manual focus.
Answered by SWUJoe