Nikon D500 vs Nikon D7100

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon D500 and Nikon D7100, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the D500 (21MP) and the D7100 (24MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D500 was announced 2 years later than the D7100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D500 matches up vs the D7100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D500 and Nikon D7100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D500 Gallery and Nikon D7100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D500 enjoys external measurements of 147mm x 115mm x 81mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 3.2") with a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs) whilst the Nikon D7100 has measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D500 versus the D7100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D500 and D7100 is 56 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D500 and D7100.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon D7100 to render more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern D500 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.