The D500 is characterized by its robust physical construction, apt imaging capabilities, and of course, a more compact, sleek form factor than its FX brethren. Revolving around a 20.9MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 5 image processor, this camera appeals to both still and video shooters with its fast 10 fps continuous shooting rate and 4K UHD video recording abilities. The sensor and processor also combine to avail a native sensitivity range up to ISO 51200, which can be further expanded to ISO 1640000 for working in dark and difficult lighting conditions. Benefitting the fast shooting performance, the D500 is also characterized by its expansive Multi-CAM 20K 153-point AF system, which features 99 cross-type points for fast performance and accurate subject tracking capabilities. While sleek in stature, the D500 is by no means slim on functionality and versatility.
4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps
Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System
EXPEED 5 Image Processor
The 20MP D500 is Nikon's flagship APS-C format DSLR. With continuous shooting speeds of 10 fps and a 200 shot buffer for Raw images, the camera is aimed squarely at action and fast-paced photographers who don't mind the smaller sensor, or even benefit from its extra reach. It features the same 153-point AF system and 180k-pixel RGB metering sensor of the professional full-frame D5, along with the same EXPEED 5 processor. It can also capture 4K/UHD video and also features 'SnapBridge', a constant connection to a smartphone using Bluetooth.
Additional Information
Brands
Nikon
What's in the box
Nikon D500 DSLR Camera (Body Only)
EN-EL15 Lithium-Ion Battery (1900mAh)
MH-25A Battery Charger for EN-EL15 Li-Ion Battery
DK-17F Fluorine Coated Finder Eyepiece for D500 DSLR
UC-E22 USB 3.0 Cable
USB Cable Clip
HDMI Cable Clip
AN-DC17 Replacement Camera Strap for D500 DSLR
BF-1B Body Cap
Body Type
Mid-size SLR
Mega Pixel (MP)
21
Sensor Size (mm)
23.5 x 15.7
Processor
Expeed 5
Notes
No
ISO
ISO 100 - 51200 (expandable to 50 - 1640000)
White balance presets
12
Custom white balance
Yes (5)
Uncompressed format
RAW + TIFF
JPEG quality levels
Basic, Fine, Normal
Notes
No
Auto Focus
Continuous, Contrast Detect (sensor), Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detect, Selective single-point, Single
Number of focus points
153
Lens Mount
Nikon F mount
Focal length Multiplier (X)
1.5
Notes
No
Articulated LCD
Tilting
Screen Size ('')
3.2
Screen Dots
2,359,000
Screen Type
TFT LCD
Viewfinder type
Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage (%)
100
Viewfinder Maginfication (x)
1
Notes
No
Min. shutter speed (sec)
30
Max. shutter speed (sec)
1/8000
Shutter Priority
Yes
External flash
Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector)
Continuous drive
10.0 fps
Self-timer
Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec)
Metering modes
Center-weighted, Multi, Spot
Exposure compensation
±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing
(2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps)