We’ve been hearing rumors about both of them for a while, and today we’re finally seeing the new Nikon D5 and Nikon D500. The D500 is what was rumored to be the Nikon D400; and it’s a proper update to the very well aged Nikon D300s. All the details you’re really interested in are after the jump.
Nikon D5
· Nikon-developed 20.8-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor
o All-new AF system with Nikonâs first dedicated AF processor – Multi-CAM 20K AF sensor module offers superior AF performance with 153 AF points, including 99 cross-type sensors and dedicated AF processor
· Capable of capturing images at 12 frames-per-second (fps) with full AE and AF, or 14 fps with mirror locked
· EXPEED 5 engine also serves to dramatically enhance camera performance, delivering low noise, high-speed image processing and offers the additional processing power needed for 4K UHD video
o Unprecedented native ISO range, from 100 to 102,400, expandable from 50 (Lo-1) to 3,280,000 (Hi-5), offering near-night vision capability well beyond the visibility of the human eye
· Equipped with a new 3.2â 2359K dot XGA LCD with touchscreen functionality
· Capture 4K UHD video at 30 fps
· RAW Size S or M file types (12-bit, uncompressed)
o Includes a built-in 1000 Base-T 400MBps Ethernet connection for image transfer, with speeds up to 1.5x faster than D4S.
· Will be available in March 2016 (body only) for $6499.95 (SRP) in two different versions, with either dual XQD card slots or dual CF card slots
Nikon D500
· New 20.9-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
· Capable of excellent low-light performance, with an ISO range of 100-51,200, expandable to 50-1,640,000 equivalent
· Super-fast 10 frames-per-second (fps) burst speed with full AF and AE
o A generous buffer allows for up to 79 shots (14-bit, uncompressed RAW/NEF) to be captured
· Fitted with the same AF system as the Nikon D5, includes the Multi-CAM 20K AF sensor module and 180K RGB metering system
o The 153-point AF array fills the frame from side to side, letting users track and lock-onto subjects from the edges of the viewfinder
· Bright 3.2-inch, high resolution (2359K-dot) touchscreen LCD
· Images are rapidly written to either a fast XQD card slot or to the additional SD card slot for maximum workflow efficiency
· Share photos wirelessly with the new Nikon SnapBridge, making the cameraâs built-in connectivity easier to use than ever before
o SnapBridge allows for Bluetooth supported connection between the camera and compatible smart device, thus making automatic upload of images possible
· Ability to capture striking 4K UHD video at up to 30p (3840×2160), as well as Full HD (1080p) video at a variety of frame rates
· Will be available in March 2016 (body only) for $1999.95 (SRP) and in a kit configuration:
o With AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED VR lens: $3069.65 (SRP)
SB-5000 Speedlight
· A first for Nikon, the flash operates via radio frequency and will operate without a direct line of sight for a range of up to approx. 98 feet (30 meters)
· When paired with the WR-R10 and the D5 or the D500, this Speedlight can control up to six groups / 18 Speedlights for truly advanced wireless lighting
· Features a radically new design that includes its own internal cooling system, which prevents overheating of the flash panel from consecutive firings
· Controls have also been streamlined and refined, with the addition of an âiâ button for access to frequently used settings
· The design also integrates versatile bounce ability, with the flash head capable of tilting down to -7° or up to 90°, and rotate horizontally 180° to the left and right
· Will be available in March 2016 for $599.95 (SRP)
