4.0-144.0 mm (22.5-810 mm equivalent), f/3.4-5.7, 36x optical zoom
Memory card
SD/SDHC/SDXC
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
EN-EL5
Size
115.5 x 83.7 x 102.5 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
Approx. 494 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Nikon COOLPIX P500 FAQ
What battery does the Nikon COOLPIX P500 use?
Nikon COOLPIX P500 uses EN-EL5. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Nikon COOLPIX P500 take?
Nikon COOLPIX P500 uses SD/SDHC/SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Nikon COOLPIX P500 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 12.1 MP effective Nikon digital camera from 2011 with 1/2.3-inch CMOS. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Nikon options, compare Nikon COOLPIX P50 and Nikon COOLPIX P5000.
How do you transfer photos from the Nikon COOLPIX P500?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Nikon COOLPIX P500 is worth judging as its own Nikon long-zoom body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Nikon COOLPIX P500 works best when you want zoom-first daylight travel, casual events, and far-away subjects without carrying an interchangeable-lens kit rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS and 22.5-810 mm equivalent, F3.4-5.7 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Nikon COOLPIX P100, Nikon COOLPIX P510, Nikon COOLPIX P300, Nikon COOLPIX B500 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
