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Nikon COOLPIX B500
Sensor Type
1/2.3" CMOS
Sensor Resolution
Effective: 16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456)
Shutter Speed
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/4000 to 1 Second
Product Overview
The COOLPIX B500 is a compact camera with a big zoom. It features a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor for the best quality, and up to 7 frames per second at 16 megapixels, giving you the chance to capture fast action shots. This camera has a 3.0" monitor and built-in flash, plus it's water and shockproof. It also uses Nikon's 4-Axis Image Stabilization to reduce the appearance of camera shake by up to 3.0 stops, allowing you to capture images in low light with reduced blur, it is an ideal choice for photographers of all levels.
Nikon COOLPIX B500 Specification
| Nikon COOLPIX B500 Digital Camera (Black) | Nikon COOLPIX B500 Digital Camera (Red) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview It tips the scales at 1.895 lb and has dimensions of 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.7" / 113.5 x 78.3 x 94.9 mm (Excluding Protrusions). It tips the scales at 1.89 lb and has dimensions of 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.7" / 113.5 x 78.3 x 94.9 mm (Excluding Protrusions). | |||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon | |
Dimensions | 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.7" / 113.5 x 78.3 x 94.9 mm (Excluding Protrusions) | 4.5 x 3.1 x 3.7" / 113.5 x 78.3 x 94.9 mm (Excluding Protrusions) | |
Weight | 1.895 lb | 1.89 lb | |
| Imaging The included image stabilisation will significantly help to reduce blur in photos caused by camera shake, so you can put your shakey hands at ease. The camera has a 1/2.3" CMOS sensor type, with the resolution of it being Effective: 16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456). This allows for clear and concise images that are perfect for both personal and professional use. | |||
Sensor Type | 1/2.3" CMOS | 1/2.3" CMOS | |
Sensor Resolution | Effective: 16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456) | Effective: 16 Megapixel (4608 x 3456) | |
Aspect Ratio | 4:03 | 4:03 | |
Image Stabilisation | Digital, Optical (4-Axis) | Digital, Optical (4-Axis) | |
| Exposure Control The Nikon COOLPIX B500 offers a continuous shooting mode, that is capable of speeds of Up to 7.4 fps at 16 MP for up to 7 Frames An iso sensitivity of 125 to 1600 (Extended: 3200 to 6400) comes in the camera. You'll find the exposure modes of Auto with an exposure compensation of -2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps). | |||
ISO Sensitivity | 125 to 1600 (Extended: 3200 to 6400) | 125 to 1600 (Extended: 3200 to 6400) | |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/4000 to 1 Second | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/4000 to 1 Second | |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot | Center-Weighted Average, Matrix, Spot | |
Exposure Modes | Auto | Auto | |
Exposure Compensation | -2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | -2 to +2 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, White Set | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, White Set | |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 7.4 fps at 16 MP for up to 7 Frames | Up to 7.4 fps at 16 MP for up to 7 Frames | |
Self Timer | 2/5/10-Second Delay | 2/5/10-Second Delay | |
| Video Capture | |||
Recording Modes | MP4/H.264/MPEG-4 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 12.5p/15p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 12.5i/15i/50i/59.94i HD (1280 x 720) at 25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p SD (640 x 480) at 25p/29.97p/100p/119.88p | MP4/H.264/MPEG-4 Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 12.5p/15p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 12.5i/15i/50i/59.94i HD (1280 x 720) at 25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p SD (640 x 480) at 25p/29.97p/100p/119.88p | |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) | |
Audio File Format | AAC | AAC | |
| Viewfinder This viewfinder is 3.0" in size and has a resolution of 921,000 Dot. | |||
Viewfinder Type | Tilting LCD | Tilting LCD | |
Viewfinder Size | 3.0" | 3.0" | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 921,000 Dot | 921,000 Dot | |
| Monitor | |||
Monitor Size | 3.0" | 3.0" | |
Monitor Resolution | 921,000 Dot | 921,000 Dot | |
Display Type | Tilting LCD | Tilting LCD | |
| Flash | |||
Built in Flash | Yes | Yes | |
Flash Modes | TTL Auto | TTL Auto | |
| Interface | |||
Media Memory Card Slot | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC | |
Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) | HDMI D (Micro), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) | |
Wireless | Wi-Fi Bluetooth | Wi-Fi Bluetooth | |
GPS | No | No | |
| Lens | |||
Lens Focal Length | 4 to 160mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 22.5 to 900mm) | 4 to 160mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 22.5 to 900mm) | |
Lens Max Aperture | f/3 to 6.5 | f/3 to 6.5 | |
Optical Design | 12 Elements in 9 Groups | 12 Elements in 9 Groups | |
