Category Archives: Nikon D500

Nikon D500 firmware update version 1.20 released

Nikon just released new firmware update version 1.20 for the Nikon D500. Here is the list of fixes:

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Report: Lexar will not make any XQD memory cards

The Polish Lexar distributer My Adventure issued a press release indicating that Lexar will not make any XQD memory cards as previously reported. XQD memory cards are currently not listed on Lexar’s website. I have reached out to Lexar for a confirmation/comment. The good news is that the new Delkin XQD memory cards are supposed to start shipping […]

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More info on the new Nikon XQD memory cards

I am sure many of you have missed my original post about the new Nikon XQD memory cards: Nikon is going to start selling their own XQD memory cards for the Nikon D5/D500/D850/Z6/Z7 cameras. It is not clear if the new XQD cards are just rebranded Sony, Lexar or Delkin cards. Two different Nikon XQD memory cards will be available: […]

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Nikon D5 vs. D850 vs. D750 vs. D500 vs. Z7 vs. Z6 vs. Sony a7rIII vs. a7III specifications comparison

Nikon D5 vs. D850 vs. D750 vs. D500 vs. Z7 vs. Z6 vs. Sony a7rIII vs. a7III specifications comparison (click for larger view): Regarding the memory cards, I am sticking with what I reported back in early July: XQD and CF Express. Thanks Jeff! Like: Nikon Z6 +Z7 Facebook page | Join: Nikon Z6 +Z7 Facebook group

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Delkin XQD memory cards now available for pre-order

The new Delkin XQD memory cards (see press release here) are now available for pre-order at B&H and Adorama. All three models are compatible with the Nikon D850, D500 and D5 cameras. Delkin XQD memory cards specifications:

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Lexar is back in business, still looking for a cost-effective solution for XQD memory cards

Lexar is now officially back in business as reported by CameraJabber. Here is a quote from the company’s CEO Huabo Cai: “I’m extremely excited to re-introduce the Lexar brand to our worldwide customers. Lexar is dynamic, has superior research and development capabilities, and has a deep understanding of our customer’s needs. At the same time, […]

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Delkin to launch a new line of “premium” XQD memory cards next week

As I already reported last year, Delkin will start selling XQD memory cards. The official announcement will be next week, on August 21st. This is a good news since Lexar is not ready to start selling XQD memory cards and Sony is currently the only XQD manufacturer (ProGrade will not produce XQD memory cards). Here […]

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