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  • 20.9MP DX format CMOS sensor. Viewfinder: Eye level pentaprism single lens reflex viewfinder
  • Expeed 5 image processor; Monitor size: 3.2 inches diagonal
  • 3.2 inches 2,539k dot tilting touchscreen LCD
  • 4k UHD video recording at 30 fps
  • Multi cam 20k 153 point AF system
  • Native ISO 51200, extend to ISO 1640000
  • 10 fps shooting for up to 200 frames
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Auto focus
4.7
4.6
4.2
4.6
4.7
Picture quality
4.7
5.0
4.3
4.7
4.8
Ergonomic
4.7
4.7
4.6
Battery life
4.5
4.6
4.8
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display type
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD touch screen
display size
3.2 inches
3.2 inches
3.2 inches
3.2 inches
3.2 inches
3 inches
lens type
NO LENS
Converter
Wide Angle
zoom type
automatic
Digital Zoom
Optical Zoom
shooting modes
Aperture-priority (A), manual (M), programmed auto with flexible program (P), shutter-priority (S) and movie
Program, Shutter Priority, Aperature Priority, Manual
Aperture-Priority, Auto modes, Manual, Programmed auto with flexible program, Scene Modes, Shutter-Priority, Special Effects Modes U1, U2
Scene; Intelligent Auto; Shutter-priority; Aperture-priority; Manual exposure; Bulb; Custom shootings
connectivity tech
HDMI
Wi-Fi, HDMI, Bluetooth, USB
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, Micro HDMI, NFC
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, NFC
HDMI, USB
HDMI, USB
video resolution
4K UHD 2160p
4320p
1080p
2160p
4K UHD 2160p
FHD 1080p

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    The Nikon D500 Digital SLR Camera Body is ready to go wherever your passion leads you, capturing everything with stunning clarity, speed and resolution. From busy, low-light cityscapes to thrilling wildlife scenes and fast action shots, the D500 is the ideal companion to your wanderlust. Marvel at the clarity of its cinematic 4K UHD video. Be amazed at its ruggedness and versatility. And, once you've captured your gorgeous photos, admire them on the D500's high resolution tilt touchscreen display and share them via the built-in SnapBridge (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth) capabilities. No matter what you shoot, you can be sure that the D500 will be up to the task, time and time again. Features: Your favorite travel companion - The sleek and beautiful D500 goes anywhere you go, bringing along stunning resolution and performance. Packing a lot of power into a smaller camera body thanks to its DX sensor means you can take advantage of the smaller and lighter DX lenses in the NIKKOR line, and when you're travelling, every ounce counts. The best part is, there's no need to sacrifice image quality to gain portability. The D500 strikes the perfect balance with its 20.9 megapixel CMOS sensor, and is ready to capture the exquisite details, colors, and textures this world has to offer. With the D500 at your side, whether you're hiking through the lush landscapes of New Zealand or on safari in Africa, it will be ready to go, effortless and unobtrusive. Unleash the full potential of the D500 - Like every Nikon DSLR, the D500 is best paired with legendary NIKKOR lenses which provide unequalled clarity and versatility. The NIKKOR legacy is unmatched--there's a reason over 95 million have been sold to date. Each lens offers a different view from which to capture your memories. Shooting landscapes or portraiture? The fast AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR could prove to be your best friend. Or, extend your range with the lightweight AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II, ideal for. Meet the new DX flagship, the Nikon D500. At first glance, it may seem unimposing, but contained within a streamlined camera body is a veritable powerhouse of processing power and technological advances. The D500 is ready to go wherever your passion leads you, capturing everything with stunning clarity, speed and resolution. From busy, low-light cityscapes to thrilling wildlife scenes and fast action shots, the D500 is the ideal companion to your wanderlust. Marvel at the clarity of its cinematic 4K UHD video. Be amazed at its ruggedness and versatility. And, once you've captured your gorgeous photos, admire them on the D500's high resolution tilt touchscreen display and share them via the built-in SnapBridge (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth) capabilities. No matter what you shoot, you can be sure that the D500 will be up to the task, time and time again. The sleek and beautiful D500 goes anywhere you go, bringing along stunning resolution and performance. Packing a lot of power into a smaller camera body thanks to its DX sensor means you can take advantage of the smaller and lighter DX lenses in the NIKKOR line, and when you're travelling, every ounce counts. The best part is, there's no need to sacrifice image quality to gain portability. The D500 strikes the perfect balance with its 20.9 megapixel CMOS sensor, and is ready to capture the exquisite details, colors, and textures this world has to offer. With the D500 at your side, whether you're hiking through the lush landscapes of New Zealand or on safari in Africa, it will be ready to go, effortless and unobtrusive. Like every Nikon DSLR, the D500 is best paired with legendary NIKKOR lenses which provide unequalled clarity and versatility. The NIKKOR legacy is unmatched--there's a reason over 95 million have been sold to date. Each lens offers a different view from which to capture your memories. Shooting landscapes or portraiture? The fast AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR could prove to be your best friend. Or, extend your range with the lightweight AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II, ideal for shooting sports, parades or distant architecture. No matter your choice, pairing the Nikon D500 with renowned NIKKOR lenses is a recipe for success. The new D500 is a technical marvel, the fruit of Nikon's tireless strides towards producing the world's greatest cameras. To preserve life's most fleeting moments, you need a camera with incredible speed. The EXPEED 5 processor in the D500 opens up a world of possibilities, processing images fast enough to allow up to 10 frames per second so you don't miss a moment of the action. The new Multi-CAM 20K autofocus system provides 153 AF points including 99 cross type points, which together enable you to create images that match your vision. It is also the first Nikon DX camera to utilize the new XQD memory card technology, which provides faster read/write and transfer speeds to fully take advantage of the D500's speed. Not quite ready to upgrade to XQD? That's no problem, as the D500's dual memory card slots can accept SD media as well. Although compact in size, the D500 certainly packs a punch. Not much light to go around? The D500 makes the most out of every bit of available light, giving you the flexibility to produce high quality images in dark environments. With a native ISO range of 100 - 51,200, expandable to Lo 1 and Hi 5 (50 - 1,640,000 equivalent), the versatile D500 is not intimidated by difficult low-light conditions, down to -4 EV. Rich details emerge from the shadows to produce unrivaled quality found only with Nikon cameras and lenses. They say that good things come in small packages, and the D500 is no exception. A powerful but smaller sibling of the D5, the D500 features the same durable, rugged build and ergonomics you've come to associate with Nikon DSLRs. Built with rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials, and featuring dust and water-drop resistance you'll have peace of mind even when shooting in extreme environments. The D500 also leverages a 3.2-inch 2,359k-dot tilting RGBW LCD touchscreen, making it easy to get the shot even from high or low angles. Now, sharing your amazing photos is easier than ever - the D500's SnapBridge functionality enables multiple built-in connectivity options. Liberated from the constraints of connecting wires, you can transfer your images to a compatible smart device from anywhere in the world using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to eliminate the barrier between your camera and smart device. As an added benefit, the D500's built-in Near Field Communication (NFC) capability makes it a breeze to connect the camera to your compatible smart device while the built-in Wi-Fi capability allows for faster wireless image transfer. For those looking for an even faster transfer solution, the D500 is also compatible with the optional WT-7A, enabling transmission of files to an FTP server or computer at speeds of up to 866.7 Mbps.

    From the Manufacturer



    Flagship Power, DX Agility.

    Meet the new DX flagship, the Nikon D500. At first glance, it may seem unimposing, but contained within a streamlined camera body is a veritable powerhouse of processing power and technological advances. The D500 is ready to go wherever your passion leads you, capturing everything with stunning clarity, speed and resolution. From busy, low-light cityscapes to thrilling wildlife scenes and fast action shots, the D500 is the ideal companion to your wanderlust. Marvel at the clarity of its cinematic 4K UHD video. Be amazed at its ruggedness and versatility. And, once you've captured your gorgeous photos, admire them on the D500's high resolution tilt touchscreen display and share them via the built-in SnapBridge (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth) capabilities. No matter what you shoot, you can be sure that the D500 will be up to the task, time and time again.

    Small, Yet Powerful

    Your favorite travel companion

    The sleek and beautiful D500 goes anywhere you go, bringing along stunning resolution and performance. Packing a lot of power into a smaller camera body thanks to its DX sensor means you can take advantage of the smaller and lighter DX lenses in the NIKKOR line, and when you're travelling, every ounce counts. The best part is, there's no need to sacrifice image quality to gain portability. The D500 strikes the perfect balance with its 20.9 megapixel CMOS sensor, and is ready to capture the exquisite details, colors, and textures this world has to offer. With the D500 at your side, whether you're hiking through the lush landscapes of New Zealand or on safari in Africa, it will be ready to go, effortless and unobtrusive.

    The NIKKOR Legacy

    Unleash the full potential of the D500

    Like every Nikon DSLR, the D500 is best paired with legendary NIKKOR lenses which provide unequalled clarity and versatility. The NIKKOR legacy is unmatched--there's a reason over 95 million have been sold to date. Each lens offers a different view from which to capture your memories. Shooting landscapes or portraiture? The fast AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR could prove to be your best friend. Or, extend your range with the lightweight AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II, ideal for shooting sports, parades or distant architecture. No matter your choice, pairing the Nikon D500 with renowned NIKKOR lenses is a recipe for success.

    A Peek Under the Hood

    Bursting with new technology

    The new D500 is a technical marvel, the fruit of Nikon's tireless strides towards producing the world's greatest cameras. To preserve life's most fleeting moments, you need a camera with incredible speed. The EXPEED 5 processor in the D500 opens up a world of possibilities, processing images fast enough to allow up to 10 frames per second so you don't miss a moment of the action. The new Multi-CAM 20K autofocus system provides 153 AF points including 99 cross type points, which together enable you to create images that match your vision. It is also the first Nikon DX camera to utilize the new XQD memory card technology, which provides faster read/write and transfer speeds to fully take advantage of the D500's speed. Not quite ready to upgrade to XQD? That's no problem, as the D500's dual memory card slots can accept SD media as well. Although compact in size, the D500 certainly packs a punch.

    Not Afraid of the Dark

    There's so much more to see

    Not much light to go around? The D500 makes the most out of every bit of available light, giving you the flexibility to produce high quality images in dark environments. With a native ISO range of 100 - 51,200, expandable to Lo 1 and Hi 5 (50 - 1,640,000 equivalent), the versatile D500 is not intimidated by difficult low-light conditions, down to -4 EV. Rich details emerge from the shadows to produce unrivaled quality found only with Nikon cameras and lenses.

    Laughs in the Face of Danger

    As tough as you need it to be

    They say that good things come in small packages, and the D500 is no exception. A powerful but smaller sibling of the D5, the D500 features the same durable, rugged build and ergonomics you've come to associate with Nikon DSLRs. Built with rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials, and featuring dust and water-drop resistance you'll have peace of mind even when shooting in extreme environments. The D500 also leverages a 3.2-inch 2,359k-dot tilting RGBW LCD touchscreen, making it easy to get the shot even from high or low angles.

    Your images. The world. Connected.

    Don't wait to show off your best shots

    Now, sharing your amazing photos is easier than ever - the D500's SnapBridge functionality enables multiple built-in connectivity options. Liberated from the constraints of connecting wires, you can transfer your images to a compatible smart device from anywhere in the world using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to eliminate the barrier between your camera and smart device. As an added benefit, the D500's built-in Near Field Communication (NFC) capability makes it a breeze to connect the camera to your compatible smart device while the built-in Wi-Fi capability allows for faster wireless image transfer. For those looking for an even faster transfer solution, the D500 is also compatible with the optional WT-7A, enabling transmission of files to an FTP server or computer at speeds of up to 866.7 Mbps.



    Supplied Accessories

    • EN-EL15 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
    • MH-25A Battery Charger
    • USB Cable Clip
    • HDMI Cable Clip
    • DK-17 Eyepiece
    • UC-E22 USB Cable
    • AN-DC17 Strap
    • BF-1B Body Cap
    • U.S. Warranty
    • User's Manual

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    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    474 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, frame speed, image quality, and focus of the camera. For example, they mention it's an unbelievable camera, it functions fantastically, and the results are amazing. They appreciate the high FPS and the ability to take a burst of images. As for the focus, they say it grabs focus almost instantly. Customers are also impresseded with the low-light capabilities, saying it'll take great photos in low light.

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    70 customers mention62 positive8 negative

    Customers like the quality of the camera. They say it's a very good all-around camera, and best for tracking fast moving objects. The D500 functions fantastically and produces amazing, impressive results. The AF is wicked good, and the buffer is limitless. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...LCD screen resolution is nice and bright and clear, and the viewfinder is very nice. I especially like the round eyepiece...." Read more

    "...monitor as well is really important, and makes this a pretty impressive little video camera, which we’ll talk about a little bit more now...." Read more

    "...Good news the battery consumption issue is a none issue. The AF is wicked good, The buffer is limitless for all practical purposes...." Read more

    "...you're looking for a camera in an affordable price range that gives pro level results, you cannot go wrong with this absolutely wonderful Nikon D500...." Read more

    51 customers mention44 positive7 negative

    Customers like the image quality of the camera. For example, they mention that it has a beautiful viewfinder, high FPS, and great autofocus. That said, they say it's great for sports photography, baseball, and dance pictures. Customers also appreciate the grip, which makes portraits easier, and the rear live view monitor is nice when you need to hold the camera high or low.

    "...Dynamic range is absolutely phenomenal. I'm able to pull up lots of detail out of shadows and pull down the highlights very nicely when needed...." Read more

    "...Now about this Camera. I will divide it to 3 parts. Image quality, Usability and software/wireless connectivity...." Read more

    "...This camera is making me look really good and I like that!..." Read more

    "...I also really like Nikon's color science. I have a Fuji X-e3 and the Fuji XF 18-135 but the Nikon images are much more pleasing...." Read more

    48 customers mention45 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the frame speed of the camera. They mention that it has the fastest and most accurate autofocus they have, and the playback of images is so fast that they can take a burst of 100 or so images. The AF system is excellent, and has a beautiful viewfinder. The high FPS and the ability to shoot in a rapid burs mode are also positive aspects. The sensor resolution and sensitivity allow for fast shutter speeds, and it supports fast SD and XQD cards.

    "...It's crazy. It's so fast and so, so accurate...." Read more

    "...One other nice feature is that you can create timelapses in the camera which is a lot of fun, and something that again emphasizes that Nikon is..." Read more

    "...The play back of images is so fast that you can take a burst of a 100 or so images and then play them back like a movie by holding the direction..." Read more

    "...This camera has the fastest and most accurate auto focus I have ever seen. Also the low light capabilities are mind blowing...." Read more

    37 customers mention29 positive8 negative

    Customers like the focus of the camera. They mention that it has great autofocus, it's fast, and it grabs focus almost instantly. The autofocus system on the camera is unbelievable, and the normal continuous focus really works incredibly well. The focus tracking system has been incredible for surf and kite photography. That said, some appreciate the additional focus points.

    "...had a chance to use 3D tracking yet, but its normal continuous focus really works incredibly well...." Read more

    "...I also found that the D500’s autofocus was incredible...." Read more

    "...This camera has the fastest and most accurate auto focus I have ever seen. Also the low light capabilities are mind blowing...." Read more

    "...The autofocus system on the camera is also unbelievable...." Read more

    20 customers mention17 positive3 negative

    Customers like the low-light performance of the digital camera. They say the capabilities are nothing short of amazing, the light sensitivity really shines, and the low light ISO capability is phenomenal. Some mention that the performance is good, fine, and not exceptional. That said, some say the button illumination is awesome and will really come in handy. Overall, most are satisfied with the lowlight capabilities of the product.

    "...I especially like the round eyepiece. The button illumination is awesome and will really come in handy for us astrophotographers...." Read more

    "...Also the low light capabilities are mind blowing. I am finding more and more capabilities every day...." Read more

    "...I am completely impressed with the camera's ability to function in varying lighting conditions...." Read more

    "...The low light ISO capability of the D500 is phenomenal...." Read more

    17 customers mention14 positive3 negative

    Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that it's intuitive, fun, and an easy to control companion for wildlife and sports. They also appreciate the many features and the easy to navigate menus. The learning curve is becoming manageable, and the joystick is a joy to use, making it enjoyable to quickly scroll and enlarge photos for review.

    "...The focusing is everything you've probably heard about. It's crazy. It's so fast and so, so accurate...." Read more

    "...The colours it reproduces are very nice and the detail is definitely there...." Read more

    "...But now, I know how much better it could have been. The Joystick is a joy to use and if you are a back button AF-on user then you will be in heaven...." Read more

    "...are very intuitive and natural to use. To be honest, I don't really use the touchscreen except to zoom in on image previews...." Read more

    16 customers mention14 positive2 negative

    Customers like the value of the camera. They mention that it's worth the much larger price, has a ton of power for the price, and is an awesome buy. Some say that the camera has auto focus and low light capabilities, and can be used with older glass.

    "...All in all, this is one hell of camera and great value at this price...." Read more

    "...If you're looking for a camera in an affordable price range that gives pro level results, you cannot go wrong with this absolutely wonderful Nikon..." Read more

    "...the trigger because the D500 is an unbelievable camera at an unbelievable price...." Read more

    "...Long story short: Excellent camera for the money and I am sure this model will be around for years to come...." Read more

    15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the features of the digital camera. For example, they mention it has great features, a beautiful viewfinder, high FPS, and great autofocus. The menus are feature-packed with a lot of different options, and customers are pleased with the capabilities.

    "...The menus are pretty feature packed with a lot of different options, especially once you move into full manual mode...." Read more

    "...quick enough in focusing, great smudge-resistant coating, and unreal VR capabilities...." Read more

    "...Great autofus system. Highly recommended. It is NOT full frame, and don't buy it expecting full-frame...." Read more

    "...The D500 has many amazing features, a beautiful viewfinder, high FPS, great autofocus, and quiet shutter...." Read more

    A Fantastic Investment
    5 Stars
    A Fantastic Investment
    I will update at the top of this review when I feel I may need to.UPDATE:A couple months in and the camera still kicks ass. If you're thinking about it, just do it.----------------------------------Alright, so I've had the camera for almost two weeks now.I've shot probably half a dozen different landscape scenes. A couple portrait shoots, and lots of lowlight material. I'm fascinated with the Milky Way for night sky photography and this camera powers through it very nicely. ISO 1600 through 3200 looking very clean in comparison to the old D5300. I'd say close to full frame performance in regards to high ISO noise handling. Dynamic range is absolutely phenomenal. I'm able to pull up lots of detail out of shadows and pull down the highlights very nicely when needed. No problems at all yet with battery life - In fact, I got about 950 shots on an 85% charge in a timelapse, so I'd say it's right on the money. Also have had no issues with the Lexar XQD with this camera like others have reported. I am having some issues with Lightroom taking FOREVER to import these photos when connected via the USB. For most shots, I just transfer to the SD card and use my card reader, but for some things, I have to use the USB to transfer direct from the camera and Lightroom (CC updated and D500 Firmware updated) and it seriously takes probably 3 or 4 hours to import 8 or 10 gigs in. Wondering what might be the issue there, but outside of that, I have no complaints. This camera has proved its worth nicely.The illuminated buttons have also been a blessing for my night sky shooting.----------So far, I have nothing but love for this camera. I'm coming from a history of low-mid level cameras, so this jump was significant for me. Most recently, I'm coming from a Nikon D5300. The pro features I were expecting are truly great. The button layout is much more than a gimmick. Having the ISO button on the right side, thereby freeing my left hand at times is such a practical and appreciated decision by Nikon.The touch screen is nice for what functionality it has. I was hoping to be able to use it in more of the menu side of things, but I'm not taking away a star for that. That wouldn't change the quality of my images.The focusing is everything you've probably heard about. It's crazy. It's so fast and so, so accurate. I haven't even had a chance to use 3D tracking yet, but its normal continuous focus really works incredibly well.The ISO to noise ratio is incredibly well controlled. As a landscape photographer, I have low tolerance for noise, especially with astrophotography. I was always looking for ways to reduce noise in post because the lower tier cameras just can't handle it well. I was testing some of that out with the D500, but on a sunny evening/sunset and I shot some images in ISO ranges I never thought I would call acceptable. I'm talking ISO 25,000 with just a little bit of noise reduction in lightroom and I wouldn't have an issue posting to social media. Even 52,000 wasn't out of the realm of possibilities if I were in a pinch. That is absolutely insane to know that I can say that now, but this camera is just that good in that regard. I haven't had the chance to do astro with it yet and test out the high-iso in low light conditions, but I got the camera on a full moon, so in a week or two will have some results to show for that.The LCD screen resolution is nice and bright and clear, and the viewfinder is very nice. I especially like the round eyepiece. The button illumination is awesome and will really come in handy for us astrophotographers. It really feels like a pro body that got the attention to detail it deserves.The processor is so blazingly fast. I have it set up to save RAW files to the XQD (Been using Lexar with no issues) and Jpegs to the SD with snapbridge sending 2mb copies to my phone for quick Snapseed edits going out to Instagram in no time.The battery life is great. The camera shipped with the newer version of the ENEL15 battery and I have seen very good performance out of it so far.The camera itself is bigger and heavier than my D5300, but the grip is deep and offsets that extra mass as it's easy to hold.I have not tested out the video yet, so I'll be sure to do that upon updating my review.(Be aware that I shot my first batch of uploaded pictures with the Nikkor 18-135 f/3.5, so if I had sharper glass, I would have sharper images)
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Investment
    Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2016
    I will update at the top of this review when I feel I may need to.

    UPDATE:

    A couple months in and the camera still kicks ass. If you're thinking about it, just do it.

    ----------------------------------

    Alright, so I've had the camera for almost two weeks now.
    I've shot probably half a dozen different landscape scenes. A couple portrait shoots, and lots of lowlight material. I'm fascinated with the Milky Way for night sky photography and this camera powers through it very nicely. ISO 1600 through 3200 looking very clean in comparison to the old D5300. I'd say close to full frame performance in regards to high ISO noise handling. Dynamic range is absolutely phenomenal. I'm able to pull up lots of detail out of shadows and pull down the highlights very nicely when needed. No problems at all yet with battery life - In fact, I got about 950 shots on an 85% charge in a timelapse, so I'd say it's right on the money. Also have had no issues with the Lexar XQD with this camera like others have reported. I am having some issues with Lightroom taking FOREVER to import these photos when connected via the USB. For most shots, I just transfer to the SD card and use my card reader, but for some things, I have to use the USB to transfer direct from the camera and Lightroom (CC updated and D500 Firmware updated) and it seriously takes probably 3 or 4 hours to import 8 or 10 gigs in. Wondering what might be the issue there, but outside of that, I have no complaints. This camera has proved its worth nicely.

    The illuminated buttons have also been a blessing for my night sky shooting.

    ----------

    So far, I have nothing but love for this camera. I'm coming from a history of low-mid level cameras, so this jump was significant for me. Most recently, I'm coming from a Nikon D5300. The pro features I were expecting are truly great. The button layout is much more than a gimmick. Having the ISO button on the right side, thereby freeing my left hand at times is such a practical and appreciated decision by Nikon.

    The touch screen is nice for what functionality it has. I was hoping to be able to use it in more of the menu side of things, but I'm not taking away a star for that. That wouldn't change the quality of my images.

    The focusing is everything you've probably heard about. It's crazy. It's so fast and so, so accurate. I haven't even had a chance to use 3D tracking yet, but its normal continuous focus really works incredibly well.

    The ISO to noise ratio is incredibly well controlled. As a landscape photographer, I have low tolerance for noise, especially with astrophotography. I was always looking for ways to reduce noise in post because the lower tier cameras just can't handle it well. I was testing some of that out with the D500, but on a sunny evening/sunset and I shot some images in ISO ranges I never thought I would call acceptable. I'm talking ISO 25,000 with just a little bit of noise reduction in lightroom and I wouldn't have an issue posting to social media. Even 52,000 wasn't out of the realm of possibilities if I were in a pinch. That is absolutely insane to know that I can say that now, but this camera is just that good in that regard. I haven't had the chance to do astro with it yet and test out the high-iso in low light conditions, but I got the camera on a full moon, so in a week or two will have some results to show for that.

    The LCD screen resolution is nice and bright and clear, and the viewfinder is very nice. I especially like the round eyepiece. The button illumination is awesome and will really come in handy for us astrophotographers. It really feels like a pro body that got the attention to detail it deserves.

    The processor is so blazingly fast. I have it set up to save RAW files to the XQD (Been using Lexar with no issues) and Jpegs to the SD with snapbridge sending 2mb copies to my phone for quick Snapseed edits going out to Instagram in no time.

    The battery life is great. The camera shipped with the newer version of the ENEL15 battery and I have seen very good performance out of it so far.

    The camera itself is bigger and heavier than my D5300, but the grip is deep and offsets that extra mass as it's easy to hold.

    I have not tested out the video yet, so I'll be sure to do that upon updating my review.
    (Be aware that I shot my first batch of uploaded pictures with the Nikkor 18-135 f/3.5, so if I had sharper glass, I would have sharper images)
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    chris winslow
    4.0 out of 5 stars Be aware that this may not be covered under Canadian warranty
    Reviewed in Canada on July 23, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Todo Terreno
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 4, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Todo Terreno
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 4, 2019
    Después de 5 meses de uso ya estoy listo para dar mi comentario sobre esta cámara.

    Como dato debo decir que vengo de utilizar la D5500 de Nikon la cual pienso que es un camara excelente y con muy buenas prestaciones para ser una camara de entrada.

    Como fotografo aficionado de conciertos, nocturnas (astrofoto) y retratos no tenia queja de mi camara anterior pero decidí hacer el cambio dado a que mi camara se rompió por un accidente y me encontre con la disyuntiva de comprar una D500 o la D750 que estan casi al mismo precio en el momento que compre la D500. Pues decidí irme por la DX porque me vendian la idea de un auto enfoque de 1ra asi como rafagas de fotos de 10fps con un buffer increible y ademas grabacion en 4K con factor de recorte de 1.5x, ademas de un sensor de ultima generación.

    Detalles de la experiencia:
    -Solo despues de abrir la caja me di cuenta de la calidad del materia de construccion. el cuerpo hecho de aleacion de magnesio te da la impresion de tener un tanque entre las manos, la sensacion de calidad tanto en los botones, el acabado y en si en toda la interfaz física es de primer nivel. Los botones iluminados se agradecen enormemente para situaciones de nocturanas. El visor de pentaprisma es genial, enorme y cubre el 100%, lo que ves en el visor es lo que sale en la foto( contrario a mi anterior camara). Definitivamente se siente mas pesada pero no es ningun problema.

    -Tiene muchos botones configurables y el Joystick es una maravilla. Al principio pense que no lo utilizaria ya que estaba acostumbrado a usar el dial del punto de enfoque pero con el tiempo el Joystick se me ha vuelto indispensable y mas en situaciones como conciertos o eventos donde tengo que componer la fotografia rapidamente.

    -Sistema de AF: Este es un apartado super importante y lo que hace que la camara gane puntos enteros en la calificacion final. El enfoque en Servo Unico es excelente. retratos, paisajes , naturaleza etc no tiene falla pero donde quiero destacar es en el enfoque Servo Continuo, es increible la capacidad de la camara en situaciones de poca luz. He probado el AF-C en conciertos y del 100% de disparos en rafaga al artista puedo decir que el 99% de las tomas sale enfocada por no decir que el 100%, he tomado fotos a aves en pleno vuelo y las rafagas de fotos salen 100% enfocadas. Hay que destacar que la camara tiene opcion de AJUSTE FINO PARA LENTES. Tu instalas un lente X y la camara hace un test al lente y calibra el FRONT o el BACK FOCUS que pueda tener para asegurar el exito de el enfoque.

    -Enfoque en video: aqui es donde adolece la camara, el sistema de seguimiento de enfoque durante video no es destacable pero la calidad de 4K es genial considerando que hay un factor de recorte de 1.5 al tomar video l oque se traduce en que el sensor no se utiliza al 100% de su tamaño y solo se ocupa un porcentaje de el pero con esto se asegura una mayor nitidez en el video. cuando se cambia la resolucion del video a 1080 el sensor pasa a utilizarse al 100%.

    -ISO: he hecho pruebas en conciertos y se puede utilizar un iso maximo de 6400 con calidad aceptable, el grano de ruido ya aparece a estas instancias pero en ISO 5,000 tienes fotos de alta calidad y es controlable en lightroom muy facilmente. con un iso de 3200 el grano es imperceptible a 1600 es una foto muy nitida. Es de destacar que esta camara tiene un iso extendido de ISO 50 ! combinado con el obturador que ahora alcanza una velocidad de 1/8000 practicamente puedes hacer fotos sin filtros ND ! o aprovechar al maximo el rango dinamico a iso 50 para paisajes.

    -La Calidad de imagen es correcta pero si se agradecerian una mayor resolucion ya que esta camara cuenta con 20mp. tal vez si quieres dedicarte al 100% a hacer fotos de retrato si recomendaria tener una camara con una mayor resolución para tener detalles de los rostros etc... pero tambien es importante la óptica. La camara sube a otro nivel cuando la combinas con lentes SIGMA ART, o con un 35mm de nikon ni se diga si le instalas lentes de nanocristal (cosa que no tengo).

    Por ultimo quiero decir que recomiendo altamente la camara y estoy muy contento con la adquisición , son camaras muy caras pero que funcionan y te dan ese servicio que esperas de una camara de alto nivel. Es una camara que se siente profesional. De aqui en adelante solo me queda seguir mejorando como fotógrafo para aprovechar al 100% las capacidades que me ofrece el equipo.
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    Saravana Kumar K
    5.0 out of 5 stars Class Leading Performance
    Reviewed in India on August 4, 2017
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    Saravana Kumar K
    5.0 out of 5 stars Class Leading Performance
    Reviewed in India on August 4, 2017
    Well this is a Beast for sports and wild life photography, especially with the stunning auto focus and 10 frames per second. its no slouch for portraits and landscape either. I have been using this for about two months. I got it with [[ASIN:B004Y1AYAC Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G]] and [[ASIN:B003A6NU3U Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS]] ( Waiting for the [[ASIN:B013D1BI9Y Nikkor 200-500mm f5.6]] ).

    I played this camera with 50 mm most of the time, the picture quality is exceptional with the crazy auto focus ability you won't miss anything, and it has 153 point auto focus with 99 cross type which spreads across the censor so the ability to compose is so good, and the dynamic range is great for an APS-C body, I played with raw file, and recovering shadows and highlight is extremely good.

    Great low light performance, even at higher ISO ( 12800 ) the image looks great I mean there are noises but its negligible ( for an APS-C ), beyond that range more noises. I wouldn't go beyond 12800, although it would go up to 51,200.

    This is a pro body and you need a fast lens to get most out of this. My wishlist are [[ASIN:B00DBL09FG Sigma 18-35mm F1.8]], [[ASIN:B01C3SCKIQ Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8]] and [[ASIN:B013D1BI9Y Nikkor 200-500mm f5.6]] ( this is the holy trinity glasses for this body ) and you are all set for any type of situation.

    Wifi & Bluetooth is tied up with Nikon's Snapbridge app and right now its working ok, but the transferring rate from camera to mobile is slow. I think the upcoming version will get improved.

    This has FULL HD & 4K video shooting capability which I haven't used much but any way its there and the quality look great too. with my limited experiment if you are going to take lot of videos then this camera may not be a good choice as the focus speed in live view is terrible, but for still this is extremely good ( one of the best ) just pick this, you won't regret it.

    I am extremely happy with this camera and would happily recommend this to any one any day. However this body would be overkill for a normal usage, If you are pro or amateur who interested in sports and wild life photography ( although this is good for anything ) than this the no brainer, just buy one.

    Thanks to the seller DAFFODIL-ELECTRONICS, great response and timely delivery.
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    Christopher Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great experience dealing with amazon
    Reviewed in Australia on November 17, 2019
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    5.0 out of 5 stars The NIKON D500 - A hands on review
    Reviewed in India on August 24, 2020
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    5.0 out of 5 stars The NIKON D500 - A hands on review
    Reviewed in India on August 24, 2020
    The Nikon D500 is a great workhorse of a DX body, which is great for wildlife and sports but holds its own at practically anything you can throw at it - Landscape, Portraiture, you name it, it can tackle it.
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    What I love -

    Ergonomics and Build quilty:
    I have been using the D500 as my main camera body for the past one year, and have exposed to quite a lot of channeling scenarios as well as grueling working conditions-
    1. A Monsoon trek, on a mountain with 90km winds
    2. 7 Day Indian wildlife safari
    3. A high altitude trek to 11,800ft.
    5. Above the Arctic circle functioning at temperatures exceeding -20'C at night photographing the Auroras
    The Camera's solid build quilty, great weather sealing, and robust build never malfunctioned or let me down even in the most challenging of circumstances. The button layout and ergonomics of the camera is just simply too good. The backlit buttons are a welcome bonus when photographing at night.

    The Auto Focus and Shutter Speed:
    I simply love the Autofocus on this camera, it just spoils you silly. The 10FPS is quite frankly overkill, but hey if you're serious about Wildlife and action, it doesn't get much better than this.

    Lens Selection -
    Being a Nikon, it has access to the vast range of Nikkor and third-party lenses.

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    What I disliked-

    DX vs FX:
    Its a very fast DX camera, and meant it had to forgo the high megapixel count or the low noise results that can be achieved when using an FX or Full format body. Don't get me wrong, it's great for wildlife and sports, but for landscapes and some other genres, it's a little lacking.

    Video:
    It's a Nikon, so the video is once again a pain-point. It is leaps and bounds better than what we used to get on older cameras like the D90, but still extremely lacking compared to the Sony and Canons of the world.
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