COOLPIX B500

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Get stunning image quality the simple way with the Nikon COOLPIX B500.

Explore the power of its NIKKOR 40x optical zoom, extendable to 80x Dynamic Fine Zoom¹, putting you at the heart of the action, with the side zoom control adding to superb stability. Take a unique viewpoint with the high-definition tilting LCD monitor, easily recapture subjects with the Snap-back zoom button and keep your camera connected to your smart device with SnapBridge. Intuitive operation makes shooting simple and frequently used functions can be accessed via the mode dial, while the classic design feels comfortable in your hands.

 

The 16-megapixel COOLPIX B500 helps you to capture life from a creative angle.

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SIMPLE AND INTUITIVE OPERATION WITH SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY

Enjoy ease of operation with superb results guaranteed, so you can concentrate on creative composition. Frequently used functions are at your fingertips via the mode dial and a host of features make it simple to achieve impressive Full HD movies (1080p/60i) and outstanding photos of your travels or hobbies like stargazing or bird-watching. With 16 megapixels and a highly efficient Backside illumination CMOS sensor you’ll be shooting the kind of high-quality images you’ve always wanted to achieve, plus you can keep shooting wherever you travel as your camera is powered by AA batteries that are readily available anywhere in the world.

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NIKKOR 40X OPTICAL ZOOM

Capture all the action at sporting events, shoot distant subjects in crisp detail in urban landscapes, or take astoundingly clear shots of the moon and night sky with the NIKKOR 40x optical zoom lens, extendable to 80x Dynamic Fine Zoom¹. Trusted NIKKOR optics offer exceptional performance, so you can enjoy a powerful lens that covers from wide-angle 22.5 mm to through to super-telephoto 900 mm angles of view (equivalent focal lengths in 35 mm) in a compact camera.

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SnapBridge maintains a constant, low-power connection between your camera and your smartphone or tablet to give you easy control over your photographic life. Now you can sync shots to your smart device while you shoot, and share Nikon-quality images in an instant. You can also control key camera functions via your phone, keep your camera on time and up-to-date, and more.

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MODE DIAL

Customise your shooting experience by setting your favourite functions like Auto, Scene Mode or Sports in the mode dial at the top of your camera for easy access. Then it’s just simple intuitive operation to change settings, making shooting a breeze.

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ULTRA-SMOOTH FULL HD MOVIES

Say goodbye to blurry videos forever when you can shoot Full HD (1080p/60i) movies with the help of high-performance 4-axis Hybrid Vibration Reduction (VR) that combines Lens-shift and Electronic VR to combat camera shake and effectively reduce blur – even at full 40x optical zoom. Impress your friends with crystal clear movies of family celebrations, concerts, architecture or wildlife, all shot in clear detail no matter how distant your subject – and save stills during movie recording.

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LARGE 7.5-CM/3.0-IN 921K-DOT LCD TILTING MONITOR

Enjoy ease of shooting with the wide viewing-angle tilting monitor, making creative composition simple and ensuring that you know exactly what’s in frame. Shoot stills and movies in comfort from a wide range of angles, with flexibility for every type of subject. The high-definition display consumes very little power, so you’ll have plenty of battery life to keep shooting when you need it most. It offers sharp colour reproduction and superb visibility even when viewed from a diagonal direction. Anti-reflection coating and anti-fingerprint acrylic coating ensure clear viewing at all times, and the 5-level brightness adjustment function gives superior visibility while playing back images on sunnier days.

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COMFORTABLE GRIP, PORTABLE SIZE

Your camera is ergonomically designed for a stable grip, even though its body is extremely portable – approximately 113.5 (W) x 78.3 (H) x 94.9 (D) mm – and it fits comfortably in your hand. It’s classically styled, with high performance and low weight too, weighing in at around 542 g, including batteries and SD card.

Technical Specifications

TypeCompact digital camera
Effective pixels16.0 million (Image processing may reduce the number of effective pixels.)
Image sensor1/2.3-in. type CMOS, Total pixels: approx. 16.76 million
LensNIKKOR lens with 40x optical zoom
Focal length4.0 to 160 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 22.5 to 900 mm lens in 35 mm [135] format)
F-numberf/3 to 6.5
Lens construction12 elements in 9 groups (3 ED lens elements)
MagnificationUp to 4x (angle of view equivalent to that of approx. 3600 mm lens in 35 mm [135] format)
Additional information

1. Battery life does not reflect the use of SnapBridge and may vary with the conditions of use, including temperature, the interval between shots, and the length of time that menus and images are displayed. The supplied batteries are for trial use only. The figures listed for lithium batteries were obtained using commercially-available FR6/L91 (AA-size) Energizer(R) Ultimate Lithium batteries.

2. Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length. Recording may end before this limit is reached if camera temperature becomes elevated.


All measurements are performed in conformity with Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) standards or guidelines.

Nikon will not be held liable for any errors these specifications may contain.

The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.