Category Archives: Nikon D500

New Nikon D500 firmware update coming at the end of March to address Snapbridge issues with iOS 10.2.1

After the latest SnapBridge update, Nikon released the corresponding firmware updates only for the D3400 and D5600 cameras but not for the D500. The D500 firmware update should be released at the end of March according to this email response from Nikon tech support email (the latest version of Snapbridge is reportedly not working with […]

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Only 100 Nikon D5 and D500 100th anniversary limited editions sets will be produced, price not yet released

I received some additional information on the new graphite/gunmetal gray Nikon D5 and D500 100th anniversary limited editions sets that were on display at the CP+ show in Japan: only 100 sets will be produced (I assume 100 from each set, including the 3 Nikkor sets from the pictures above). I was told that 20 […]

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Nikon D5 and D500 100th anniversary sets on display at the CP+ show

  I received these pictures of new graphite/gunmetal gray color Nikon D5, D500 camera sets and three Nikkor lens sets designed for Nikon’s 100th anniversary that were on display at the CP+ show in Japan. There is no information on pricing or whether the sets will be available for sale at all (pictures credit: richardhaw.com). More pictures from […]

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Refurbished Nikon D500 camera: $1,599.95

Adorama got a batch of refurbished Nikon D500 cameras and is selling them for $1,599.95 with free expedited shipping ($397 or 20% off from the regular MSRP of $1,996.95). This refurbished D500 camera comes with a 90-day return-to-manufacturer warranty. Limited supply available.

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Costa Rica with the Nikon D500 camera and 80-400mm lens

Costa Rica with the Nikon D500 and 80-400mm (AF-S Nikkor 80-400 f/4.5-5.6G ED VR) by Rodney Larsen (flickr): Background: In November of 2016, during the Thanksgiving Holiday here in the US, I made a quick, three-day trip Costa Rica. As an amateur photographer, with a special interest in wildlife, the opportunity to see this part of […]

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Another $50 price drop on refurbished Nikon D500 cameras

The authorized Nikon dealer BuyDig is currently selling refurbished Nikon D500 cameras for $1,446.95 with coupon code DXPRO2X50 (limited quantity available, limit 1 camera per order, free shipping, 45-day return policy, 90 days Nikon USA warranty). For comparison, a new Nikon D500 body now costs $1,796.95 and comes with a free grip and accessories valued […]

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Third party battery grips for the Nikon D500 camera (Meike MK-D500, Pixel Vertax D17)

In addition to the already existing Meike MK-D500 (see this post), Pixel recently released their D17 battery grip for the Nikon D500 DSLR camera (check pricing at Amazon US, Amazon UK, Amazon DE). Here are the specifications: Model: Vertax D17 Power source: one or two EN-EL15 battery (2) eight AA/LR6 alkaline batteries Power switch: power switch of camera […]

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Refurbished Nikon D500 for $1,496.95 (coupon code included)

The authorized Nikon dealer BuyDig is currently selling refurbished Nikon D500 cameras for $1,496.95 with coupon code DXPRO2X50 (limited quantity available, limit 1 camera per order, free shipping, 45-day return policy, 90 days Nikon USA warranty). New Nikon D500 body only now costs $1,796.95 and comes with a free grip. The Nikon MB-D17 grip alone costs […]

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