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Black Nikon D500 DSLR body with textured grip, pentaprism hump, rear 3.2 inch screen, top LCD panel

Nikon Inc

Nikon Inc 1559 D500 20.9MP DX DSLR camera body only

SKU CH-WFFG-T208M MPN 1559

A 20.9MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 5 processor deliver high-resolution stills and 4K UHD video at 30 fps in a robust DSLR body

  • Imaging sensorCMOS
  • Image sensor size23.5 mm × 15.7 mm
  • Sensor resolution20.9 MP
  • Image processorEXPEED 5
  • Total pixels21.56 MP
  • LCD screen size3.2 in 2359K
  • 9MP DX CMOS sensor with EXPEED 5 delivers detailed, low-noise images
  • 153-point Multi-CAM 20K autofocus tracks fast-moving subjects accurately
  • ISO 100-51,200 expandable to 50-1,640,000 equivalent for clean low-light shooting
  • 4K UHD video at 30, 25, 24 fps plus Full HD at 60, 50 fps for cinematic footage
  • SnapBridge Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enable instant image sharing to smart devices

Nikon D500 20.9MP DX DSLR

The Nikon D500 is a 20.9-megapixel DX-format DSLR built around a CMOS sensor and EXPEED 5 processor. It targets wildlife, sports and action photographers who need fast, reliable autofocus and a rugged body for demanding conditions. The camera ships as a body only, so lenses are chosen separately.

153-point autofocus upgrade

Moving from a camera with fewer focus points or slower tracking, the D500 adds a Multi-CAM 20K sensor with 153 focus points and 99 cross-type points. The jump is worth it when subjects move erratically across the frame and missed focus costs the shot. Photographers staying with static subjects or simpler scenes will not see the same benefit.

Dual-slot XQD and SD workflow

The body accepts one XQD card and one SD card, letting you separate overflow, backup or raw-plus-JPEG streams without changing media mid-shoot. A 3.2-inch 2,359K LCD with five brightness levels aids review in bright daylight. Built-in SnapBridge uses Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless transfer, while a 3.5 mm jack supports an external microphone for cleaner 4K UHD audio. Buyers who need a second card slot of the same type or who rely solely on SD media should check compatibility.

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Price $1,544.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNikon
Product lineNikon D
Model nameD500
Product colorBlack
Product typeStandard
Grip colorBlack
Exterior colorBlack
Part type or number1559
Performance
Print coverageDX (24 × 16): 100% Horizontal and 100% Vertical (Approx.)
1.3x (18 × 12): 98% Horizontal and 98% Vertical (Approx.)
Continuous shooting speed10 frames per second
Processor
Image processorEXPEED 5
Storage
Storage mediaSD / SDHC / SDXC Card / XQD Type Memory
Display
LCD screen size3.2 in 2359K
Brightness adjustment5 levels
Maximum recording resolution1280 × 720
Focusing screenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
Audio & video
Imaging sensorCMOS
Sensor resolution20.9 MP
Total pixels21.56 MP
Video formatMOV
Video recording4K/UHD 3,840 × 2,160 / 30 fps
4K/UHD 3,840 × 2,160 / 25 fps
4K/UHD 3,840 × 2,160 / 24 fps
Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920 × 1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280 × 720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280 × 720 / 50 fps
Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively
High quality available at all frame sizes, normal quality available at all sizes except 3,840 × 2,160
Exposure compensation range+/- 5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Shutter speed1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, Bulb, Time, X250
Flash optionsAuto FP High-Speed Sync supported
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Rear-curtain sync
Red-Eye reduction
Red-Eye reduction with slow sync
Slow rear-curtain sync
Slow sync
MicStereo
Connectivity
Integrated Wi-FiYes
Ports & slots
USB portsYes
HDMI portsYes
Size & build
Image sensor size23.5 mm × 15.7 mm
Shipping weight1.95 kg
Package size244 × 165 × 147 mm
More details
Metering systemTTL exposure metering using approximately 180K (180,000) pixels RGB sensor
AE lockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Viewfinder typeEye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder
Magnifying power1.0x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1) (Approx.)
Eyepoint16 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Dioptric adjustment-2.0 to +1.0m-1
MirrorQuick-return type
Viewfinder informationMirror Lock Up: Yes
AF pointsMaximum Autofocus Areas/Points: 153
Focus lockFocus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector
Shutter typeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter
Electronic front-curtain shutter available in mirror up release mode
Self-timer2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
Flash controlTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center- weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
Flash exposure compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Shooting modesDX-format
CH: Up to 10 frames per second
CL: Up to 1-9 frames per second
Quiet Continuous Mode: Up to 3 frames per second
Image typeJPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats
NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression)
TIFF (RGB)

Questions about this item

What size lens mount does the D500 body use for attaching Nikon F-mount lenses?

The camera body uses the Nikon F-mount, which accepts DX and FX format lenses; DX lenses cover the 23.5 mm x 15.7 mm sensor without vignetting.

How do I enable 4K UHD video recording at 30 fps on the D500?

Set the movie mode to 3840 x 2160 / 30 fps in the shooting menu, ensure an XQD card is inserted for the required write speed, and press the movie-record button to start.

When should I replace the EN-EL15 battery in the D500?

Replace the battery when a full charge provides noticeably fewer shots than when new or the battery info menu indicates degraded capacity.

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