Key Features
Apr 12 2017
Announced
21 megapixels
Resolution
Brand | Nikon |
Sensor Type | APS-C |
Sensor | CMOS |
Weight | 720g |
MSRP | $1249USD |
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Overview of the D7500
Are you tired of the limitations of your smartphone camera? Do you want to take your photography skills to the next level? Then, the Nikon D7500 is your ticket to capturing mesmerizing images. This camera offers exceptional features that guarantee an unmatched photography experience. Here's everything you need to know about this game-changing camera!
Nikon D7500 Pros and Cons
Now, we will look more closely at our review of the Nikon D7500 camera. We will see what it can do and compare it to other cameras like it. We will tell you what's good about it and what's not so good. This way, you'll know if it's the camera for you!
Pros
Cons
Build and Construction
Body and dimensions
Nikon D7500
Weather sealed | |
Dimensions | 136 x 104 x 73mm |
Weight | 720g |
Thickness | 73mm |
Weather Sealing
The Nikon D7500 camera is equipped with environmental seals that make it resistant to weather, preventing water and dust from entering the camera. If you enjoy outdoor photography and need a camera that can handle extreme conditions, the D7500 is an excellent choice.
Design and Handling
Main design features
View Finder | Optical (pentaprism) |
Screen Type | Tilting |
Screen Resolution | 922k dots |
Body type | Mid-size SLR |
Suitable for:
Photography | Above Avg. |
Videography | Above Avg. |
Travel | Above Avg. |
LCD Screen
This camera has a tilting 3.20" screen, with a display resolution of 922k dots. This makes the Nikon D7500 not as suitable for those looking for a vlogging camera as you cannot view yourself while shooting selfies easily. The camera also features a touch screen, which adds to its ease of use.
Viewfinder
D7500 includes a optical (pentaprism) viewfinder with no electronic viewfinder of resolution with a coverage of 100% and a magnification of 0.63x. This feature enhances the camera's suitability for outdoor photography in bright conditions.
Image Quality
Nikon D7500 has a 21MP sized CMOS sensor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 21 pixels. Nikon D7500 has a native ISO range of 100 - 51200 which can be boosted to 50 - 1640000. It can also save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.
Key Features
Apr 12 2017
Announced
100 - 51200
ISO Range
Sensor | APS-C |
Extended ISO | 50 - 1640000 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
DXO Sensor Scores
Overall
86 / 102
Color Depth
24.3 / 26.5
Dynamic Range
14 / 14.8
Low Light ISO
1483 / 4505
DXO mark sensor scores
The DXOmark rankings indicate that the Nikon D7500 camera has excellent color depth performance, which refers to the number of colors the sensor can distinguish. Additionally, its dynamic range is also excellent, allowing it to retain low amounts of details in both bright and dark areas of a scene. The camera's low light ISO performance is poor, which is an important factor to consider if you plan to use it in dimly lit indoor environments or at night. Overall the image quality of the D7500 is above average
Crop Factor
Camera crop factor (or focal length multiplier) refers to how a camera's sensor size affects the apparent field of view of a lens. Crop factor is determined by comparing the size of a camera's sensor to that of a full-frame sensor, which is a standard reference size for camera sensors.
Size comparison
Crop factor calculator
Crop factor
1.5x
Full frame equivalent
36mm
This camera: APS-C
24mm
Connectivity, storage, battery
Storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Battery Life | 950 shots |
Battery Model | EN-EL15a |
HDMI | |
USD | |
Wireless Connectivity |
Storage
The Nikon D7500 supports SD/SDHC/SDXC with 1 slots for storage. This may suffice for everyday use. However, for professional applications such as wedding photography, it is not recommended as a memory card malfunction could lead to the loss of all footage.
Battery
The Nikon D7500 uses the EN-EL15a model of battery pack. This is rated for 950 shots shots which is high. If you intend to take photos or record videos for an extended period, it might be a good idea to bring along additional batteries.
Photography Features
Flash
The Nikon D7500 has built in flash which is great for event photography and in low light situations. It also offers a flash shoe that allows you to attach external flashes. This provides more versatility in your lighting choices.
Shutter
The Nikon D7500 boasts a maximum mechanical shutter speed of 1/8000s, which is ideal for shooting fast-moving subjects in bright environments, such as in sports photography. Faster shutter speeds enable you to freeze the action and capture every detail, making it easier to get the perfect shot.
With a continuous mechanical shutter speed of n/a or an electronic shutter speed of n/a, this camera is not capable of capturing the perfect moment more easily, making it not as suited for wedding, sports, and wildlife photography. Higher shutter speeds make it easier to capture fast-paced action, ensuring that you never miss the perfect shot.
Autofocus
The Nikon D7500 includes two autofocus (AF) systems: contrast detection and phase detection, with 51 number of focus points.
While contrast detection is generally more accurate and precise, phase detection autofocus is faster and more effective in most situations, particularly when photographing moving subjects.
Phase detection autofocus works by dividing the incoming light into pairs and then analyzing how they intersect on the camera's sensor. This method allows the camera to determine not only if a subject is in focus but also the direction and distance needed to adjust the focus to achieve perfect sharpness.
On the other hand, contrast detection autofocus works by analyzing the contrast of an image and adjusting the focus until the highest contrast is detected. While this method is very accurate, it can be slow, especially in low light conditions or when photographing moving subjects.
FAQ
The Nikon D7500 features a CMOS sensor
Yes the D7500 does have weather sealing.
The Nikon D7500 was announced on Apr 12 2017
No the D7500 does not have in-body image stabilization that can compensate for camera shake, making it easier to shoot handheld in low light conditions.
The D7500 has a native ISO range of 100-51200, which can be expanded to ISO 50-1640000 for even greater sensitivity in low light conditions.
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