Nikon D7500 PDF User Manual
Did you lose or misplace the instruction manual that came with your Nikon D7500? It happens all too easily, but fortunately Nikon makes a soft copy available that you can browse through online, print out, or download (see the pdf file below). It is certainly good practice to carefully familiarize oneself with the many different functionalities and options that the D7500 offers, and the official user manual is without doubt an authoritative and comprehensive source of respective information.
That said, the instruction booklet can be a dry read, so that a dedicated camera guide book from a professional photographer that illustrates the camera's core functions in a real life photography context can be a very helpful complement. Yes, getting one of these camera guides (see here at amazon) would involve an additional expense, but if that book helps to exploit the camera's potential to the full, the (small) additional investment may well be worth it.
Also, you might want to check out the video tutorial on the Nikon D7500 below.
In any case, the D7500 is an advanced imaging tool, whose many features merit serious attention. This DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) camera was revealed to the public on April 12th, 2017, which means that, as of today, the camera is 2721 days old (young?). Given that the D7500 is a relatively recent model, it forms part of the current Nikon product line-up.
Nikon's user manual for the D7500
The camera's user manual is 384 pages long. The pdf version is embedded below. As you browse through, you will hopefully find the information you are looking for. You can also print out a hard copy by right clicking on the manual and then choosing the respective menu option. For convenience, a summary of the key specs of the D7500 is included towards the bottom of this webpage.
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If you prefer to read the user guide in another language, please check the respective availability on Nikon's support site. That site also provides complementary online resources, such as information on the compatibility of various camera accessories or the availability of firmware updates that are not necessarily comprehensively covered in the instruction manual.
Printed, hardcopy versions of the Nikon D7500 manual can sometimes be found online. You can check the availability on amazon and ebay via the buttons below.
Video tutorial for the Nikon D7500
Perhaps instead of reading through a manual or operations guide, you might prefer to better familiarize yourself with your D7500 by watching a video tutorial. It can notably help to quickly get to know the key functions and to set up your camera according to your particular preferences and needs.
Once again, the Nikon D7500 is a sophisticated imaging tool and not exploiting its capabilities to the full would be a pity. Hence, taking the time to study online information material or to read through a well-written camera guide book is highly recommended to make the most of your purchase.
Nikon D7500 FAQ
Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the D7500.
What is the technology behind the imaging sensor in the Nikon D7500?
The camera is build around a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.
Which image processing chip is used in the Nikon D7500 to convert the raw signal into an image file and perform noise reduction and image sharpening?
Nikon equipped the D7500 with the EXPEED 5 image processor.
What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Nikon D7500?
The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 51200, which can be extended to ISO 50-164000.
What is the life expectancy of the shutter in the Nikon D7500?
Nikon mentions a shutter rating of 150 000 actuations for the D7500. This number represents a Mean Time before Failure, that is an average value. The shutter might fail earlier, or it might last longer. Anyway, in order to exhaust the expected shutter life of the D7500 over, say, three years, one would have to take about 150 pictures each and every day.
How do I find the shutter count on my Nikon D7500?
Nikon embeds the number of shutter actuations in image metadata. You can check the number of shots that your D7500 has taken up to now by uploading a recent image to the free online shutter count finder app.
Do I need to purchase an external camera trigger to shoot time-lapse sequences with the Nikon D7500?
No, the Nikon D7500 has an intervalometer built-in, so that low frequency shooting (for example, flower blooming, sunset, moon rise) can be undertaken without the need to purchase a separate external intervalometer and related software.
Does the Nikon D7500 feature an autofocus assist light?
Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.
What is the fastest shutter speed that can be used with the Nikon D7500 for flash photography?
The D7500's flash sync speed is 1/250 sec.
Does the Nikon D7500 support the Ultra High Speed (UHS) bus interface for SD cards?
Yes, the camera can indeed use UHS-I cards (data transfer speed of up to 104 MB/s).
Which battery does the Nikon D7500 use?
The camera gets its power from the Nikon EN-EL15a (here at amazon), which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.
Is there a vertical grip available for the Nikon D7500?
Nikon does not offer an optional battery grip, but third party suppliers do (see here on ebay).
Where can I find the best deals for the Nikon D7500?
Grey imports from Asia, as found on ebay, are often very attractively priced. However, these cameras come without a warranty from Nikon.
Further reading
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Core camera specifications
Here is a list of the main features and technical characteristics of the Nikon D7500.
Camera Model | Nikon D7500 | |
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Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | |
Camera Lens | Nikon F mount lenses | |
Launch Date | April 2017 | |
Launch Price | USD 1 299 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 23.5 x 15.7 mm | |
Sensor Area | 369 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 28.3 mm | |
Crop Factor | 1.5x | |
Sensor Resolution | 20.7 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 5 568 x 3 712 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 4.22 μm | |
Pixel Density | 5.60 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | no AA filter | |
Movie Capability | 4K/30p Video | |
ISO Setting | 100 - 51 200 ISO | |
ISO Boost | 50 - 164 000 ISO | |
Image Processor | EXPEED 5 | |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 86 | |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 24.3 | |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 14.0 | |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 1483 | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.61x | |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
LCD Size | 3.2 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 922k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Tilting screen | |
V-logging Friendliness | No front-flip | |
Touch Input | Touchscreen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Focus System | Phase-detect AF | |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 8 shutter flaps/s | |
Shutter Life Expectancy | 150 000 actuations | |
Silent Shooting | no E-Shutter | |
Time Lapse Photography | Intervalometer Built-in | |
Fill Flash | Built-in Flash | |
Storage Medium | SDXC cards | |
Single or Dual Card Slots | Single card slot | |
UHS card support | UHS-I | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | |
HDMI Port | mini HDMI | |
Microphone Port | External MIC port | |
Headphone Socket | Headphone port | |
Wifi Support | Wifi built-in | |
Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth built-in | |
Body Specs | ||
Environmental Sealing | Weathersealed body | |
Battery Type | Nikon EN-EL15a power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 shots per charge | |
Body Dimensions |
136 x 104 x 73 mm (5.4 x 4.1 x 2.9 in) |
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Camera Weight | 720 g (25.4 oz) |
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