Nikon COOLPIX B500 Digital Camera - Black

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Product #:: NKD26506

Manufacturer #:: 26506

UPC:: 018208265060

Nikon COOLPIX B500 Digital Camera - Black

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COOLPIX B500 digital camera
16MP 1/2.3" BSI CMOS sensor
40x NIKKOR VR zoom lens
Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC & Bluetooth
1080p Full HD video recording
Tilting 3.0" 921,000-dot LCD
ISO 6400, 7.4 fps continuous shooting
Easy exposure control
Simple & convenient operation
Color: Black

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Screen Size:: 3.0 in. diagonal

Screen Size:: The size of the screen listed by height and width.

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Compatible Media:: SD, SDHC, SDXC

Compatible Media:: A storage medium that is compatible with your portable device, in a form that can easily be removed or accessed by a PC such as a type of memory card that is compatible with your camera.

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Megapixels:: 16 MP

Megapixels:: A megapixel is one million pixels. It is commonly used to describe the resolution of digital cameras. For example, a 7.2 megapixel camera is capable of capturing roughly 7,200,000 pixels. The higher the megapixel number, the more detail the camera can capture. Therefore, the megapixel count is a significant specification to look for when buying a digital camera.

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Video Resolution:: Full HD

Video Resolution:: The measurement in height x width of a captured video file. Common sizes are VGA, 720p, and 1080p.

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Overview

Take the concept of photography to the next level with the Nikon Coolpix B500 Black Digital Camera. It features a 16 MP low-light CMOS sensor, which shoots pictures and videos with a stunning attention to detail. The NIKKOR ED glass lens comes with a 40x optical zoom that gives you super-telephoto power, whereas the Dynamic Fine Zoom effectively doubles that reach for a whopping 80x zoom. This is essential whenever you need to bring distant subjects closer to your field of view. Use the built-in WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC facilities for connecting the camera to a smartphone for content transfer or wireless camera control by using the SnapBridge app.

Optics and Focus

The Nikon Coolpix B500 digital camera is equipped with the NIKKOR ED glass lens that comes with a 40x optical zoom that gives you super-telephoto power, whereas the Dynamic Fine Zoom effectively doubles that reach for a whopping 80x zoom. This is essential whenever you need to bring distant subjects closer to your field of view. The Intelligent Target Finding AF quickly determines the subject you want to capture and puts the focus on it. Use the various exposure and white balance control modes for aiding in a variety of photography situations.

Sensor and Screen

The Coolpix B500 digital camera from Nikon features a 16 MP low-light CMOS sensor, which shoots pictures and videos with a stunning attention to detail. The 3.0-inch tiltable LCD screen comes with a resolution of 921,000 dots, which is perfect for reviewing your captured content and browsing through menus with a great deal of clarity.

Image and Video

The Coolpix B500 can shoot Full HD videos at a resolution of up to 1920 x 1080 pixels at 60i in formats such as MP4 and H.264/MPEG-4 AVC. It even captures still images at its highest resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels in the JPEG format. Feel free to shoot up to 7 shots continuously at a burst rate of up to 7.4 fps. Use the Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction (VR) for counteracting the smallest movements for those sharper, clearer, blur-free photos even when you are walking or riding in a car.

Other Features

The Nikon Coolpix B500 is powered by up to four AA-type batteries that offer up to 4 hours and 30 minutes of battery life. Use the built-in WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC facilities for connecting the camera to a smartphone for content transfer or wireless camera control by using the SnapBridge app. The Easy Auto Mode automatically optimizes the camera settings for each shot, regardless of how challenging the situation is for an easy photography experience.

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Specifications

Brand
Nikon - nikon

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Type: Describes the makeup, build, and technology of the sensor that is in the camera. View All Attribute Definitions

Display Specifications
Screen Size:	3.0 in. diagonal
Screen Size: The size of the screen listed by height and width. View All Attribute Definitions
Dots:	921,000 dots
Dots: A measurement of the LCD Monitor's resolution not by width by height, but rather the total amount of dots. View All Attribute Definitions

Detailed Specifications
Total Pixels:	16.76 million (approx.)
Total Pixels: The total amount of pixels. Describes the detail an image holds. View All Attribute Definitions
Coverage:	98%
Coverage: This is the maximum viewing area through a camera's viewfinder. View All Attribute Definitions
Compatible Media:	SD, SDHC, SDXC
Compatible Media: A storage medium that is compatible with your portable device, in a form that can easily be removed or accessed by a PC such as a type of memory card that is compatible with your camera. View All Attribute Definitions
Viewfinder:	3" LCD Rear Screen Tilt (921,000 pixels)
Viewfinder: The eye level device you look through to compose the image. View All Attribute Definitions
Megapixels:	16 MP
Megapixels: A megapixel is one million pixels. It is commonly used to describe the resolution of digital cameras. For example, a 7.2 megapixel camera is capable of capturing roughly 7,200,000 pixels. The higher the megapixel number, the more detail the camera can capture. Therefore, the megapixel count is a significant specification to look for when buying a digital camera. View All Attribute Definitions

Shutter
Shutter Speeds:	1/1500-1 sec.; 1/4000 sec. (maximum speed during high-speed continuous shooting); 25 sec. (Star trails in Multiple Exposure Lighten Scene Mode)
Shutter Speeds: The amount of time the shutter stay open for exposure. Measured in fractions of seconds. View All Attribute Definitions
Shutter Type:	Mechanical and CMOS electronic shutter
Shutter Type: Blades or some type of cover that controls the time during which light reaches the film or sensor. Older cameras use mechanical shutters while new cameras use electronic shutters. View All Attribute Definitions
Self Timer:	Can be selected from 10, 2 and 5 seconds duration (self-portrait timer)
Self Timer: Allows a delay between pressing the shutter release button and the actual firing of the shutter. Commonly used to give photographers time to put themselves in the shot and to take photos without having to physically have their hands on the camera during exposure. View All Attribute Definitions

Control Specifications
ISO Speed:	ISO 125 - 1600; ISO 3200, 6400 (available when using P, S, A or M mode)
ISO Speed: The ISO speed setting dictates sensitivity to light. The higher the ISO speed, the more sensitive the film or digital sensor is to light. Higher ISOs have the effect of noise in an image. The actual ISO at which the noise occurs varies from camera to camera. Low ISOs are generally used for brighter lighting conditions and high ISOs are often used for low light or action shots. View All Attribute Definitions
Exposure Compensation:	-2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
Exposure Compensation: Refers to the option for the user to override the internal light meter in the camera to either OVER or UNDER expose based on middle/18% gray. This is especially useful when photographing either extremely white/bright scenes or when in very dark/dimly lit scenarios. View All Attribute Definitions
Meter Modes:	Matrix, Center-weighted, Spot
Meter Modes: The various modes in which the camera will measure light. Most DSLRs and some advanced point and shoots have the ability to meter an entire scene (matrix/evaluative) or a specific point (centerweighted/spot) View All Attribute Definitions

A/V Mode
Video Resolution:	Full HD
Video Resolution: The measurement in height x width of a captured video file. Common sizes are VGA, 720p, and 1080p. View All Attribute Definitions
Video Recording System:	Yes
Video Recording System: Describes the camera's video recording capability. Will describe the camera's video recording system, image sensor, video resolution, as well as other pertinent information related to the camera's video recording. View All Attribute Definitions
Audio Recording:	Built-in Mic: With Video, Stereo
Audio Recording: Describes the camera's audio recording capability. Will describe the type of microphone and any additional XLR/miniphone jacks. View All Attribute Definitions

Physical Specifications
Dimensions:	4.5 x 3.1 x 3.7" (113.5 x 78.3 x 94.9 mm) (excluding projections)
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Weight:	19.08 oz (541 g) (with battery and SD card)
Weight: The physical weight of the item without packaging. View All Attribute Definitions
Color:	Black
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Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Built-in Flash: A flash that is embedded or part of the camera. Built-in flashes are found in both DSLR and Point & Shoot cameras. Although practical because of their small size and ease of use, built-in flashes are often ineffective and/or unflattering as a main source of light. View All Attribute Definitions
Operating Range:	[W]: 0.5 to 6.9m (1 ft. 8 in. to 22ft.); [T]: 3.5m (11 ft.)
Operating Range: The minimum and maximum distance of effective flash. View All Attribute Definitions

Imaging & Exposure Control
White Balance:	Auto , Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, White Balance Preset
White Balance: White Balance is the process of removing unrealistic color casts so that objects which appear white in person are rendered white in your photo. View All Attribute Definitions

Power System
Battery Type:	4x AA Batteries
Battery Type: The type of battery for a device. Some cameras use single use alkaline while others use rechargeable lithium batteries. View All Attribute Definitions
Shooting Capacity:	AA Alkaline: 600 shots; AA Lithium: 1,240 shots; EN-MH2: 750 shots; Movies: AA Alkaline: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes; AA Lithium: Approx. 4 hours 30 minutes; EN-MH2: Approx. 2 hours 35 minutes

Recording Data
Internal Memory:	Approx. 20 MB
Internal Memory: This is the internal data storage of a device that does not include expandable memory. View All Attribute Definitions
Number of Recorded Pixels:	1920 x 1080p: 30 fps, 25 fps, 15 fps, 12.5 fps; 1920 x 1080i: 60 fps, 50 fps, 15 fps, 12.5 fps; 1280 x 720p: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps; 640 x 480p: 120 fps, 100 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps
Number of Recorded Pixels: "The number of recorded pixels" refers to the number of pixels in an image (a pixel is a cluster of dots). The larger the file size, the better the image quality when printed. View All Attribute Definitions
Image Formats:	Still Images: JPEG; Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio: AAC
Image Formats: The types of files that a particular camera produces. All cameras output JPEG images, but some of the more sophisticated models will shoot in RAW mode. RAW Image Formats will vary based on manufacturer. View All Attribute Definitions

Brand
Brand:	Nikon

LCD Monitor
LCD Type:	TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
LCD Type: Type of LCD monitor. View All Attribute Definitions

Focusing Control
Focus Modes:	Center, Face priority, Manual with 99 focus areas, Subject tracking, Target Finding AF
Focus Modes: The types of focus modes an item has. View All Attribute Definitions

Camera Attributes
Image Sensor Size:	1/2.3"
Image Sensor Size: Refers to the actual physical size of the imaging sensor in the camera. A sensor that has the same dimensions as a 35mm frame of film is considered to be "full" frame. Other smaller sensor sizes are described in terms relative to a "full" sized sensor. (e.g. an APS-C 1.5x crop sensor) View All Attribute Definitions
Camera Type:	Compact Camera
Camera Type: The type of camera. Examples: SLR, point and shoot, mirrorless. View All Attribute Definitions

Lens
Digital Zoom:	Up to 4x (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 3,600mm lens in 35mm format)
Digital Zoom: A function of a digital camera that makes an image seem close-up. View All Attribute Definitions
Focusing Range:	Wide: 11.81" (30 cm) - Infinity; Telephoto: 11.48' (3.5 m) - Infinity; Wide Macro: 0.4" (1.02 cm) -Infinity
Focusing Range: The range a camera is able to focus on for a certain image. View All Attribute Definitions
Focal Length:	4.0-160mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 22.5–900 mm lens in 35mm format)
Focal Length: The distance between the film and the optical center of the lens when the lens is focused on infinity. View All Attribute Definitions
Auto Focus System:	Contrast-detect AF
Auto Focus System: The type of auto focus sytem. View All Attribute Definitions

Lens Specs
Maximum Aperture:	f/3.0-6.5
Maximum Aperture: How wide a lens can be opened. View All Attribute Definitions
Optical Zoom:	40x
Optical Zoom: Optical Zoom View All Attribute Definitions