Nikon Coolpix B500 Digital Camera

16 Megapixels16 MegapixelsUltra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.Ultra-Zoom: At least 10X optical zoom.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Stabilization: Compensates for tiny involuntary movements of the camera.Continuous DriveContinuous DriveFull 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Full 1080p HD Video: 1920 x 1080 resolution or more but less than 4K.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Custom White-Balance: Specifies exactly what should be white to the camera.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Action Photography: Shutter speeds of 1/1500 or more.Spot MeteringSpot MeteringRuns on standard AA batteriesRuns on standard AA batteriesAccepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.Accepts Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC), SDHC and SD memory.

Digital Camera Description

The Nikon Coolpix B500 is a Large Digital Camera with a 1/2.3" sensor. Its 16 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 125-1600 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 125-6400. This makes it possible to shoot hand-held in relatively low-light. With 16 MP of resolution, sharp prints are possible up to 19" x 14" at 240 DPI.

A builtin Image Stabilization mechanism allows the Nikon Coolpix B500 to compensate for camera shake.

This camera features a mechanic shutter that can expose for 1/4000 to 1s. With a fastest shutter-speed of 1/4000, fast action can easily be frozen. Given that is does not support very slow shutter-speeds, this camera is unsuitable for night photography.

The Nikon Coolpix B500 features a Contrast-Detect AF system. Autofocus can continuously adjust according to subject distance. A Real-Time Autofocus Tracking System allows focus to follow a moving subject within the frame.

Nikon Coolpix B500
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Nikon Coolpix B500

This camera does not feature any seals to protect it against adverse weather, dust and moisture. Care must be taken, just like with most electronics. There is no viewfinder on the Nikon Coolpix B500 and no provision to add one.

Model Specifications

BrandNikon ModelCoolpix B500
Sensor 16 Megapixels CMOS Sensor Size 6 x 5mm
Anti-Alias Filter Yes Sensor Aspect 4:3 Aspect-Ratio
Stabilization Built-In Dust-ReductionN / A
Sensitivity ISO 125 - 1600 *Expanded range: 125-6400 Shutter-Speed 1/4000 - 1s
Lens23 - 900mm F/3 - 6.5 / 6 - 13Mininum Focus0
ZoomElectronicManual FocusN / A
Filter Diameter Focus System Contrast-Detect, Assist-lamp *Tracking AF-C
Viewfinder Type None Viewfinder Size
Display Attachment Tilting Display Size 920K Pixels 3" LCD 98% Coverage
Exposure ModesAuto Scene Modes18Backlighting, Bird, Beach, Close Up, Dusk/Dawn, Panorama, Fireworks, Food, Landscape, Moon, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Party/Indoor, Pet, Portrait, Snow, Sports, Sunset
MeteringMulti-Segment, Center-Weighed, Spot Bracketing
Exposure Compensation ±2 EV, 1/3 EV Flash Compensation
White Balance Auto, Presets, Custom White Balance Tuning
Continuous Drive 7.4 FPS, 7 JPEG Self Timer Yes *2s, 10s, 5s Self-Timer
Command Dials DOF Preview No
Protection Dust Reduction No
Digital Level Tripod Mount Yes
Remote Trigger WiFi Eye-Start Sensor No
HDR No Orientation Sensor Yes
Interval Timer No Multiple Exposure No
Image Formats JPEG Flash Ports
Built-In Flash Yes, 6.9 - 3.5m (W-T) Flash Sync
Video Capture 1920x1080 @ 30 FPS 16:9 *1280x720 @ 60 FPS. Sound Input
Video Format MPEG-4 WiFi Yes
Memory Secure Digital Extended Capacity GPS No
Battery Standard AA Battery Life 1240 *CIPA Standard, 50% flash use.
Introduced 2016-02-23 Construction Standard
Size 114 x 79 x 95mm (W x H x D) Weight 541g

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Nikon B500 Highlights

Nikon Coolpix B500
Large digital camera

Sensor-Size: 6 x 5mm

1/2.3" Sensor

Actual size when viewed at 100 DPI

16 Megapixels Ultra ZoomISO 125-6400
39.1X Ultra-Wide Optical ZoomShutter 1/4000-1s
Built-in StabilizationCustom white-balance
7.4 FPS Drive, 7 ImagesSpot-Metering
1920x1080 @ 30 FPS Video RecordingStandard AA Battery
3" LCD 920K PixelsSecure Digital Extended Capacity
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