Nikon COOLPIX B500 Red
MPN: VNA953E1 | EAN: 018208949045 | Model: COOLPIX B500
Selecting a Bridge Camera means you'll have a device that comes with the photo capabilities of a DSLR while being more portable and easier to put away while out and about.
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Nikon COOLPIX B500 will satisfy your needs.
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the COOLPIX B500 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 99 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.
Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Nikon COOLPIX B500 will satisfy your needs..
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If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon COOLPIX B500 is a great companion to have.
For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor (6.17 x 4.55 mm mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. It also packs in Wi-Fi in this neat package.
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the COOLPIX B500 is an easy recommendation for this.
While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.
The thrilling action of sports is filled with magical moments that shouldn't be missed. Which is why by taking the COOLPIX B500 for those games, you'll have a camera that can effectively track subjects in frame while they are in motion.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.
With this model, you no longer need to worry about carrying cables for data transfer all the time as it comes with Wi-FI.
It's an eye-catching package with a bright and refreshing look about it. It could even play the role of an accessory to compliment a specific sense of style.
When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the COOLPIX B500 is a safe bet.
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| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | |
| Camera Type | Bridge |
| Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F |
| Product Colour | Black, Red |
| Camera | |
| Aperture Range (F-F) | 3.0-6.5 |
| Camera File System | DCF, Exif 2.3 |
| Image Formats Supported | JPEG |
| Languages Support | ARA, BEN, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, ENG, FIN, FRE, GRE, HIN, HUN, INC, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SER, SWE, TUR, UKR |
| Panorama Mode | Yes |
| Photo Effects | 1 |
| Scene Modes | Backlighting, Beach, Bird Watching, Close-up, Dusk/Dawn, Easy Panorama, Fireworks Show, Food, Landscape, Moon, Night Landscape, Party/Indoor, Pet Portrait, Portrait, Scene Auto Selector, Short Movie, Show, Snow, Sports, Sunset |
| Scene Modes Present | Yes |
| Self-timer Delay | 2, 5, 10 s |
| Tripod Mounting Supported | Yes |
| White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, White Set |
| Flash | |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Flash Modes | Auto |
| Flash Range (tele) | 0 - 3.5 m |
| Flash Range (wide) | 0.5 - 6.9 m |
| Focusing | |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Auto Focus (AF) Points | 99 |
| Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 |
| Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Contrast Detection Auto Focus |
| Face Detection | Yes |
| Focus | TTL |
| Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Macro Focusing Range | 1 m |
| Macro Focusing Range (wide) | 0.01 m |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
| Normal Focusing Range (wide) | 0.3 m |
| Tracking Focus | 1 |
| Light Exposure | |
| ISO Sensitivity | 125, 1600, 3200, 6400 |
| ISO Sensitivity (max) | 6400 |
| ISO Sensitivity (min) | 125 |
| Light Exposure Control | Programmed AE |
| Light Exposure Correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
| Light Exposure Modes | Auto, Creative Mode, Scene, Scene Auto Selector, Smart Portrait |
| Light Metering | Matrix, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Shutter | |
| Camera Shutter Speed | 1 - 1/4000 s |
| Camera Shutter Type | Electronic |
| Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
| Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s |
| Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 1 s |
| Video | |
| Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Full HD | Yes |
| HD Type | Full HD |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3 |
| Video Formats Supported | H.264, MP4, MPEG4 |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Video Resolutions | 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Audio | |
| Audio Formats Supported | AAC |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Lens System | |
| Digital Zoom | 4 x |
| Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 22.5 - 900 mm |
| Focal Length Range (f-f) | 4 - 160 mm |
| Lens Structure (elements/groups) | 12/9 |
| Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 900 mm |
| Minimum Aperture Number | 3 |
| Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 22.5 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 40 x |
| Storage | |
| Compatible Memory Cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Internal Memory | 20 |
| Display | |
| Built-in Display | Yes |
| Display | TFT |
| Display Diagonal | 3 |
| Display Resolution (numeric) | 921000 pixels |
| Flip-out Screen | Yes |
| Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
| Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Megapixel | 16 MP |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Total Megapixels | 16.76 MP |
| Other Features | |
| PictBridge | Yes |
| Stabilizer | Yes |
| Ports & Interfaces | |
| DC-in Jack | Yes |
| HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
| HDMI Connector Type | D |
| HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
| USB 2.0 Connectors | 1 |
| USB Version | 2.0 |
| Battery | |
| Battery Type | AA |
| Number Of Batteries Supported | 4 |
| Power Source Type | Battery |
| Networking | |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standards | b/g |
| Packaging Content | |
| Batteries Included | Yes |
| Cables Included | USB |
| Hand Strap | Yes |
| Lens Cap Included | Yes |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
| Depth | 94.9 mm |
| Height | 78.3 mm |
| Weight | 542 g |
| Width | 113.5 mm |
| Picture Quality | |
| Maximum Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
| Still Image Resolution(s) | 4608 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456 |
| Memory | |
| Memory Slots | 1 |
| Operational Conditions | |
| Operating Relative Humidity (H-H) | 0 - 85 % |