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- DXFormat
- 20.9Megapixels
- 8 FPSContinuous Shooting
- 100-51,200ISO Expandable to 1,640,000
- 4K UHD3840 x 2160 at 30/25/24p
Technology
Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity
Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity
WiFi-Bluetooth
Bluetooth
4K UHD
4K is an emerging standard for digital motion picture resolution. 4K UHD is 3840x2160 and provides four times as much resolution as Full HD (1920x1080).
Flagship Image Quality
AF and Capturing Ability
Cinematic Versatility
4K UHD Video Recording
The D7500 lets you record up to 29:59 in 4K UHD/30p as well as Full HD. Record uncompressed, 8 bit 4:2:2 4K UHD files to an external recorder via HDMI, while simultaneously recording to your in-camera SD memory card. You also have the option of recording in MP4 format for smooth playback on smart devices. Combined with the excellent optical performance of NIKKOR lenses, the D7500 depicts scenes in breathtaking detail.
Designed for Performance
Master the light
Creative Expandability
Built to Last
± Wi-Fi Compatibility
This cameras built-in Wi-Fi® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone®, iPad® or smart devices running on the Android operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.
Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements:
Android version 5.0 or later
iOS version 11 or later
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.
Updating to Version 2:
Images downloaded to the smart device with version 1.x will no longer be displayed in the Gallery after you upgrade to version 2, but can be viewed in the Photos app provided with the smart device.
Make sure your cameras firmware is updated to the current version.
Compatible cameras:
Z 9, Z 8, Z f, Z 7II/Z 7, Z6III/Z 6II/Z 6, Z 5, Z fc, Z 50, Z 30, D6, D780, D850, D500
As of SnapBridge version 2.9, Android users of the SnapBridge app will also have compatibility with these cameras:
D750, D7200, D7100, D5500, D5300, D3500, D3400, D3300, Df, J5, P900, AW130, S7000 and S3700
Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5S or later, iPad® 5th Generation or later, iPhone X or later).
For compatibility and to download the application, please visit:
1 Approximate frame rates for a fully charged EN-EL15a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, using continuous-servo AF, a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster, and with other settings at default values.
2 Maximum recording duration of 4K UHD time-lapse photography is 3 minutes.
3 Functions in exposure mode A and M only. Operational sound may be picked up when using the internal microphone. External microphone use recommended.
4 Compatible with iPhone® and/or iPad® or smart devices running on the Android™ operating system.
5 D7500 is fully compatible with SB-500, SB-700, SB-910 and SB-5000.
6 Per CIPA standards, with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned off.
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Tech Specs
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
20.9 millionSensor Size
23.5 mmx15.6 mmImage Sensor Format
DXStorage Media
SD, SDHC, SDXCISO Sensitivity
ISO100 -51,200Movie
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps , HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps, Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, High quality available at all frame sizes, normal quality available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonalMonitor Type
(VGA) tilting TFT touch-sensitive LCDBattery / Batteries
EN-EL15a Rechargeable Li-ion batteryApprox. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
5.4 in.135.5 mm x 4.1 in.104 mm x 2.9 in.72.5 mmApprox. Weight
22.6 oz.640 g
- TypeSingle-lens reflex digital camera
- Lens MountNikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)
- Picture AngleNikon DX format; focal length in 35 mm [135] format equivalent to approx. 1.5x that of lenses with FX format angle of view
- Effective Pixels (Megapixels)20.9 million
- Sensor Size23.5 mmx15.6 mm
- Image Sensor FormatDX
- Total Pixels21.51 million
- Dust-Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
- Dust-Off Reference PhotoYes
- Image Area (pixels)DX-format
(L)5,568 x 3,712
(M)4,176 x 2,784
(S)2,784 x 1,856
1.3x Crop Mode
(L)4,272 x 2,848
(M)3,200 x 2,136
(S)2,128 x 1,424
Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3,840 x 2,160:3,840 x 2,160Photographs with image area of DX taken during movie recording:
(L)5,568 x 3,128
(M) 4,176 x 2,344
(S) 2,784 x 1,560
Photographs with image area of 1.3x taken during movie recording:
(L) 4,272 x 2,400
(M) 3,200 x 1,800
(S) 2,128 x 1,192
- File Format Still ImagesJPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression (size priority); Optimal quality compression available , NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats, NEF (RAW): lossless compressed, compressed 12 or 14 bit
- Storage MediaSD, SDHC, SDXC
- Card Slot1 Secure Digital (SD)
- File SystemCompliant withDCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, EXIF 2.31 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge
- ViewfinderEye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder
- Viewfinder Frame CoverageDX (24x16):100% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
1.3x (18x12):97% horizontal and 97% vertical (Approx.) - Viewfinder Magnification0.94x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Eyepoint18.5mm (-1.0 m¯¹)
- Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-2.0 to +1.0m¯¹
- Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II with AF area brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
- Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
- Mirror Lock UpYes
- Lens ApertureInstant-return type, Electronically controlled
- Compatible LensesAF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and AI-P NIKKOR lenses and non- CPU AI lenses (M mode only). , Electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the centre 1 focus point with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster)., IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used.
- Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter, Electronic front-curtain shutter available in mirror up release mode
- Shutter Speed1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV Bulb, Time, X250
- Fastest Shutter Speed1/8000 sec.
- Slowest Shutter Speed30 sec.
- Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec., Synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 sec. or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/250 and 1/320 sec.)
- Bulb Shutter SettingYes
- Shutter Release ModesContinuous low-speed [CL] mode, Continuous high-speed [CH] mode, Mirror-up [Mup] mode, Quiet Shutter Release, Quiet Continuous Release, Self-timer mode, Single-frame [S] mode
- Frame Advance RateHigh: Up to 8 fps, Frame rates assume continuous-servo AF, manual or shutter-priority auto exposure, a shutter speed of 1/250 sec or faster, Release selected for Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection), and other settings at default values.
- Continuous Shooting OptionsDX-format
CH: Up to 8 frames per second
CL: Up to 1-7 frames per second - Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution8 frames per second
- Self-Timer2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
- Exposure Metering SystemTTL exposure metering using approximately 180K (180,000) pixels RGB sensor
- Metering MethodCentre-weighted: Weight of approximately 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame. Diameter of circle can be changed to 6, 10, or 13 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame, Matrix: 3D Colour Matrix Metering III (type G, E and D lenses); Colour Matrix Metering III (other CPU lenses), Spot: Meters circle with diameter of about 3.5 mm (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point, Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses
- Metering Range-3 EV to 20 EV (3D color matrix or centre-weighted metering), 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
- Exposure Meter CouplingCPU
- Exposure ModesAperture-Priority (A), Auto modes ( auto, auto [flash off]), Manual (M), Programmed auto with flexible program (P), Scene Modes (portrait; landscape; child; sports; close up; night portrait; night landscape; party/indoor; beach/snow; sunset; dusk/dawn; pet portrait; candlelight; blossom; autumn colors; food), Shutter-Priority (S), Special Effects Modes (night vision; super vivid; pop; photo illustration; toy camera effect; miniature effect; selective color; silhouette; high key; low key), U1 (user setting 1), U2 (user setting 2)
- Scene ModesAutumn Colours, Beach / Snow, Blossom, Candlelight, Child, Close-up, Dusk / Dawn, Food, Landscape, Night Landscape, Night Portrait, Party / Indoor, Pet Portrait, Portrait, Sports, Sunset
- Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV in P, S, A, M, SCENE, and EFFECTS modes
- Exposure LockYes
- Picture ControlAuto, Flat, Landscape, Monochrome, Neutral, Portrait, Standard, Standard
- ISO SensitivityISO100 -51,200
- Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100
- Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity51200
- Lowest Expanded ISO SensitivityLo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
- Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHi-5 (ISO 1,640,000 equivalent)
- Expanded ISO Sensitivity OptionsCan also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 1,640,000 equivalent) above ISO 51,200; auto ISO sensitivity control available
- Long Exposure Noise ReductionYes
- High ISO Noise ReductionLow, Normal, High, Off
- Active D-LightingCan be selected from:Auto, Extra High, High, Normal, Low, Off
- D-Lighting Bracketing2-3 frames, 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3 frames using preset values for all frames
- Single-Point AF ModeYes
- Dynamic AF ModeSingle-point AF; 9, 21, or 51-point dynamic area AF, 3D-tracking, group-area AF, auto-area AF
- Auto-Area AF ModeYes
- Autofocus System Type51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 1 sensors), AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft. 8 in.-9 ft. 10 in.) , Finetuning, Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX II autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
- Detection Range-3 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
- Lens ServoAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status, Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
- AF-Area Mode9, 21 or 51 point Dynamic-area AF, Single-point AF, 3D-tracking, Group-area AF
- Focus LockFocus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button, Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF)
- Focus ModesAuto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A), Continuous-servo (AF-C), Face-Priority AF available in Live View only, Full-time Servo (AF-F) available in Live View and D-Movie Recording, Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder, Normal area AF, Single-servo AF (AF-S), Wide area AF
- Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points51
- Autofocus Sensitivity-3 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F)
- Autofocus Fine TuneYes
- Built-in FlashYes
- Built-in Flash DistanceApprox. 12/39, 12/39 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F)
- Flash Sync SpeedUp to1/250 sec., Synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 sec. or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/250 and 1/320 sec.)
- X-Sync Speed1/250
- Top FP High Speed SyncUp to1/8000
- Flash ControlTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center- weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
- Flash Sync ModesAuto, Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported, Auto with red-eye reduction, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-Eye reduction, Red-Eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync, Off
- Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
- Flash-ready IndicatorLights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output
- Accessory ShoeISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Colour Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, AF-assist for multi-area AF
- Flash Sync TerminalSync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (available separately)
- White BalanceAuto (2 types), Choose colour temperature (2500K–10000K), Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Fine-tuning, Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view), Shade
- White Balance Bracketing3 shots in steps of 1
- Live View ShootingPhotography Live View Mode , Movie Live View Mode
- Live View Lens ServoAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F), Manual focus (MF)
- Live View AF-Area ModeFace-priority AF, Wide-area AF, Normal-area AF, Subject-tracking AF
- Live View AutofocusContrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
- Movie MeteringTTL exposure metering using main image sensor, Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted
- Movie Maximum Recording Time29 minutes 59 seconds, Each movie will be recorded across up to 8 files of up to 4 GB each. The number of files and the length of each file vary with the options selected for Frame size/frame rate and Movie quality
- Movie File FormatSelectable from MOV (Video: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) and MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), Electronic VR, highlight display
- Movie Video CompressionH.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
- Movie Audio Recording FormatLinear PCM, AAC
- Movie4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps, 4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps, Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps , Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps , HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps, HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps, Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively, High quality available at all frame sizes, normal quality available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160
- Full HD Movies (1080p)Yes
- Movie AudioBuilt-in microphone, stereo, External stereo microphone (optional - sold separately), Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted, Audio output: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter)
- Monitor Size3.2 in. diagonal
- Monitor Resolution922000 Dots
- Monitor Type(VGA) tilting TFT touch-sensitive LCD
- Monitor Angle of View170-degree wide-viewing angle
- Monitor AdjustmentsBrightness adjustment and eye-sensor controlled on/off
- Virtual Horizon Camera IndicatorYes
- TouchscreenYes
- Playback FunctionsAuto Image Rotation, Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar), Highlights, Histogram Display, Location Display , Movie Playback, Movie Slideshow, Photo information, Picture Rating, Playback with Zoom, Playback Zoom Cropping
- In-Camera Image EditingColour Balance, Colour Outline, Colour Sketch, D-Lighting, Distortion Control, Edit Movie, Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Painting, Perspective Control, Photo Illustration, Quick retouch, Red-Eye Correction, Resize, Selective Colour, Side-by-Side Comparison, Straighten, Trim
- Image CommentYes
- InterfaceAccessory Terminal: Remote Cord: MC-DC2 (available separately); GPS unit: GP-1A (available separately), Audio output: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter), HDMI Output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector, Hi-speed USB, Stereo Microphone Input, WR-1 and WR-R10 wireless remote controller (sold separately)
- Wi-Fi FunctionalityStandards: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Operating frequency: 2412–2462 MHz (channels 1–11), Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
- Smart Device App ConnectivitySnapBridge
- BluetoothYes
- GPSGP-1 GPS unit (optional - sold separately), GP-1A GPS unit (optional - sold separately)
- Save/Load Camera settingsYes
- Webcam Utility CompatibleYes
- Wireless ConnectivityYes
- Total Custom Settings41
- My MenuYes
- Recent SettingsYes
- Supported LanguagesArabic, Bengali, Brazilian Portuguese, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
- Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes
- World Time SettingYes
- Battery / BatteriesEN-EL15a Rechargeable Li-ion battery
- Battery Life (shots per charge)950 shots (CIPA)
Movies:Approx. 80 minutes of HD footage - AC AdapterEH-5c AC Adapter, Requires EP-5B Power Supply Connector
- Battery ChargerMH-25a Quick Charger
- Tripod Socket0.64 cm
- Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)5.4 in.135.5 mm x 4.1 in.104 mm x 2.9 in.72.5 mm
- Approx. Weight22.6 oz.640 g
- Operating Environment0–40 °C, Less than 85% (no condensation)
- CategoriesEnthusiast DSLRs
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