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May 2016
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The editors liked
Same AF system as the topend D5
10fps shooting for 200 raw files
Metal
Weathersealed body
Image quality is excellent with noisefree high ISO images. The ergonomics are the best and Nikon is providing a decent live view experience with limited touch screen functions. Tracking auto focus is very good.
The Nikon D500 is fast with excellent continuous-shooting and autofocus performance
Its 4K video support is a welcome novelty for its dSLR price class and
Of course
There's the great photo quality
The editors didn't like
20Mp rather than 24Mp
Snapbridge is a clunky disappointment. Making a connection between camera and phone is difficult
Terrible wireless file-transfer and remote-control app
And its Live View (contrast) autofocus could use a boost
Contains many features you'd expect to find on a more expensive DSLR, High ISO performance is outstanding versus others in this price range, Image quality is very good across a range of photographic conditions, Camera's performance is very fast in Viewfin
APSC sized image sensor can't quite match full frame sensors in image quality, D500 carries a high price tag versus other intermediate DSLRs, No builtin flash unit, Menu interface needs to be upgraded and be more graphical to take advantage of touch scree
When looking at the Nikon D500, you might expect it to be a much more expensive camera. It has great performance speeds, plenty of manual control dials, a high resolution tiltable LCD that has touch capabilities, and a high quality viewfinder. But the one...
Published: 2016-06-16, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Detractors might cite the D500's lower pixel count over the Nikon D7200 as a step backwards, however, the new 20.9-Mpix sensor has enabled a phenomenal 10 fps maximum capture rate along with a decent-size 200 RAW (14-bit lossless) frame buffer — one of th...
Abstract: For those wanting to step up from entry-level to midrange ILCs, there are many things to consider, including the choice between a DSLR or mirrorless camera, what sensor size suits you best, how important video is to you, and of course the lens system.Whil...
Published: 2016-05-25, Author: Richard , review by: dpreview.com
Excellent image quality: high quality Raw and JPEG, Superlative autofocus performance even at 10 fps, Well-designed ergonomics and handling, 4K video quality is generally strong, Joystick makes AF point selection faster, Ability to switch AF point mode wi
4K video taken from small crop of sensor, limiting lens choice, Snapbridge wireless system is simplistic and (currently) inconsistent, Video tools are somewhat limited, Autofocus in video prone to wobble and re-focus, Quirky battery usage prompts regular
The D500 is among the best DSLRs we've ever tested. Its strengths are its superlative autofocus combined with the ability to keep shooting at 10 frames per second. There are other APS-C cameras that offer similarly excellent image quality but none that of...
Published: 2016-05-23, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Bottom Line, The Nikon D500 puts the company's finest autofocus system in a tough, compact SLR body that will please demanding enthusiasts and pros alike
Snapbridge wireless transfer needs some work, 4K video is cropped, Omits built-in flash
The Nikon D500 puts the company's finest autofocus system in a tough, compact SLR body that will please demanding enthusiasts and pros alike...
We were kept waiting a long time for the Nikon D500, but boy does it seem like it was worth the wait. If you are an enthusiast photographer looking for something which offers a heck of a lot of features, then the D500 is the ultimate camera for you. Prof...
Published: 2016-01-06, Author: Paul , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: Nikon's long-awaited upgrade to its venerable D300s DX-format DSLR has finally arrived in the shape of the new Nikon D500. Announced alongside the flagship FX-format D5, the new Nikon D500 shares much of its bigger sibling's advanced technology, but in a...
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Published: 2016-01-06, Author: Gordon , review by: cameralabs.com
Very good quality images from 20 Megapixel APSC sensor, 153-point AF system with very broad coverage and auto fine-tuning, 10fps shooting with deep buffer, especially with XQD cards, Large, bright viewfinder with LCD overlays, Tough weatherproof body, Sup
Poor movie autofocus, no focus peaking, no 1080 above 60p, Very basic smartphone remote control, SnapBridge bottleneck when shooting bursts or copying 20MP images, 4k video involves a tight 1.5x crop – a total field reduction of 2.25x, No truly silent sho
The D500 marks Nikon's welcome return to the high-end APSC DSLR market. The combination of a new 20 Megapixel sensor, 10fps continuous shooting, a deep buffer (especially if you're using XQD cards), and a new 153-point AF system shared with the D5, makes...
Abstract: I saw the new Nikon D500 up close last night and here is my first hands-on look at it. My first impressions is that it is a huge win for Nikon. All the specs look great.We've got some questions about how well the cropped 4K is going to work and the Blueto...
Abstract: I buy only from these approved sources. I can't vouch for ads below.The Nikon D500 is the fastest DX camera ever from Nikon: 10 frames per second. It is the first consumer Nikon that's worthwhile considering for serious sports shooting.It has the same AF...
