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Nikon D500 User Manual

Nikon D500
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This manual details menu options and provides
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Nikon D500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel20.9 MP
Camera typeSLR Camera Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor formatDX
Image stabilizerNo
Total megapixels21.56 MP
Image sensor size- \
Image formats supportedJPG, NEF, TIF
Maximum image resolution5568 x 3712 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)23.5 x 15.7 mm
Still image resolution(s)(L) 5568 x 3712 (M) 4176 x 2784 (S) 2784 x 1856
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Highlight-weighted, Matrix, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 51200
Light exposure modesAperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)51200
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Auto Exposure (AE) lockYes
Light exposure correction± 5EV (1/2EV; 1/3EV step)
Data networkNot supported
Memory slots2
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC, XQD
Product colorBlack
Video resolutions1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080, 3840 x 2160 pixels
Maximum video resolution3840 x 2160 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC
Resolution at capture speed3840x2160@24fps, 1920x1080@24fps, 1920x1080@25fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@25fps, 3840x2160@30fps
Display diagonal3.2 \
Display resolution (numeric)2359000 pixels
Power source typeBattery
Battery typeEN-EL15
Battery life (CIPA standard)1240 shots
Optical zoom- x
Mounting typeBayonet
Focal length range- mm
Lens mount interfaceNikon F
Minimum aperture number-
Eye relief16 mm
Image editingResizing, Rotating, Trimming
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Direct sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Camera playbackHighlights, Movie, Single image, Slide show
Image processorEXPEED 5
Self-timer delay2, 5, 10, 20 s
Languages supportARA, BEN, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SER, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR
Camera file systemDCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, RAW
Diopter adjustment (D-D)-2 - 1
USB version3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB connectorMicro-USB B
Headphone outputs1
HDMI connector typeMini
Magnification1 x
Viewfinder typeOptical
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Fastest camera shutter speed1/8000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed30 s
Flash modesAuto, Red-eye reduction, Second curtain synchro, Slow synchronization
Flash sync-speed1/250 s
Flash range (wide)- m
Flash exposure correction-3EV - +1EV (1/3
Audio systemstereo
Focus adjustmentAuto/Manual
Auto Focus (AF) points153
Auto focusing (AF) modesContinuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth81 mm
Width147 mm
Height115 mm
Weight760 g

Summary

The Playback Menu: Managing Images

Delete

Deletes selected pictures.

Playback Folder

Selects a folder for playback.

Hide Image

Hides or reveals selected pictures.

Playback Display Options

Selects information shown in playback display.

Copy Image(s)

Copies pictures between memory cards.

Image Review

Sets auto display of pictures after shooting.

After Delete

Chooses picture shown after deletion.

After Burst, Show

Selects first or last shot after burst.

Auto Image Rotation

Rotates photos automatically based on orientation.

Rotate Tall

Rotates portrait orientation pictures automatically.

Slide Show

Creates a slideshow of pictures in the current folder.

The Photo Shooting Menu: Shooting Options

Photo shooting menu bank

Stores and recalls shooting settings in four banks.

Extended photo menu banks

Includes exposure/flash modes in menu banks.

Storage Folder

Renames folders and selects storage location for images.

File Naming

Selects a three-letter prefix for file names.

Primary Slot Selection

Designates the primary slot for shooting and playback.

Secondary Slot Function

Sets the role of the secondary card.

Flash Control

Adjusts flash control mode for optional flash units.

Choose Image Area

Selects the image area format (DX or 1.3x).

Image Quality

Chooses file format and compression ratio.

Image Size

Selects the size of photographs in pixels.

NEF (RAW) Recording

Chooses compression type and bit depth for NEF photos.

ISO Sensitivity Settings

Adjusts ISO sensitivity settings for photographs.

White Balance

Matches white balance to the light source.

Set Picture Control

Processes new photos based on scene or intent.

Manage Picture Control

Creates custom Picture Controls.

Color Space

Determines color gamut for reproduction.

Active D-Lighting

Preserves highlight/shadow details for natural contrast.

Long Exposure NR (Long Exposure Noise Reduction)

Reduces noise in long exposures.

Vignette Control

Reduces brightness drop at photo edges.

Auto Distortion Control

Reduces barrel/pin-cushion distortion.

Auto Bracketing Set

Sets bracketing options for auto bracketing.

Multiple Exposure

Records multiple exposures as a single photograph.

HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Combines shots to preserve highlight/shadow details.

The Movie Shooting Menu: Movie Shooting Options

High ISO NR

Reduces noise in movies at high ISO.

Flicker Reduction

Reduces flicker/banding during live view/movie recording.

Custom Settings: Fine-Tuning Camera Settings

The Setup Menu: Camera Setup

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