Category Archives: Nikon D500

Nikon D500 updates (part 2)

More Nikon D500 updates (continuation from my previous post): The Nikon MB-D17 battery grip for the D500 will start shipping next week Nikon D500 vs. Canon EOS 7D Mark II specifications comparison Nikon D500 vs. D7200 vs. D300s specifications comparison D500 vs. D750 high ISO comparison NEF files Nikon D500 vs. D7200 high ISO comparison […]

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Nikon D500 camera now shipping in the US

The latest Nikon D500 updates: B&H just sent shipping notifications to existing Nikon D500 pre-orders. Amazon has changed the D500 status to “Temporarily out of stock” which is also an indication that the camera is already shipping First sample photos started to appear on dpreview. First D500 deliveries to UK shops will be on Tuesday, […]

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Many of the Sony and Lexar XQD memory cards are now back in stock

Many of the XQD memory cards are now back in stock (the 128 GB version is still not available in all stores). Check the pricing and availability at B&H, Adorama and Amazon (B&H will be closing tomorrow for Passover and if you are expecting to get your D5/D500 in the next few days, it’s a good idea to order now).

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Nikon D500 user’s manual now available for download, official launch date in Japan is April 28th

The Nikon D500 manual and menu guide is now available for download. Nikon Japan now lists the release date for the Nikon D500 as April 28th. The official release date for the latest accessories was also updated:

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Nikon USA started shipping D500 cameras to US dealers

Nikon USA started shipping D500 cameras to authorized dealers in the US. There are some reports that the D500 has been delayed in Europe till June, but at this point I cannot confirm this – my guess is that the first shipment has already been sold out and nobody expects the D500 to be in […]

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First Nikon D500 reviews and sample photos

The first Nikon D500 reviews and sample photos started to appear online – check out this first look article from Hardwarezone. Sample photos at different ISO (100% crops) are available at Clubsnap forum: Another set of ISO samples was posted on dpreview. Some interesting Nikon D500 videos:

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When will the Nikon D500 camera start shipping?

I get asked this questions at least twice a day. A lot of people pre-ordered the D500. My guess is that the D500 will sell better than the D800 when it was announced few years ago. Here are the latest Nikon D500 shipping dates according to the three major US retailers: Amazon: April 21st, 2016 […]

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Lexar announced a new Professional XQD 2.0 USB 3.0 reader

Lexar announced a new Professional XQD 2.0 USB 3.0 reader ($24.95). The main features are: Provides professional-level high-speed transfer of RAW images and 4K video files Accelerates workflow, leveraging SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology Designed for use with XQD™ 2.0 cards Compact, portable design for photographers and videographers on the go Five-year limited warranty Shipping starts […]

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