Nikon D500 weighs
860 g (1.90 lb / 30.34 oz) and has external dimensions of
147 x 115 x 81 mm (5.79 x 4.53 x 3.19″). Considering that the average weight of DSLR type cameras is 773g, its weight is about average in its class. With a thickness of 81mm, it also has an average thickness.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Nikon D500 with the dimensions:
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon D500, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Now let's compare Nikon D500 size with the camera that it replaced: Nikon D300S (Check D500 vs D300S).
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Nikon D500 with its main competitors:
Nikon D500 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Nikon D500 has environmental sealings on its body which makes it a weather resistant camera, providing resistance against the water and dust getting in to the camera. If you like outdoors photography and want to be able to use your camera in extreme conditions, Nikon D500 will serve you well. If you attach one of these Nikon D500 weather-sealed lenses to your camera, you will have a great all weather kit.
One of our favorite features on Nikon D500 is its illuminated buttons which makes it easier to find and press the right buttons under dark conditions.