How close are the controls of the Nikon D850 to the Nikon D500
Jul 9, 2023 17:24:13 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
From those of you who have both bodies, please comment on how close the controls and menu systems of one matches the other. I have the David Busch manual on the D850 but I'd like to know if buying one for the D500 makes sense. Thanks for your help.
Jul 9, 2023 17:38:31 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
DaveyDitzer wrote:
From those of you who have both bodies, please comment on how close the controls and menu systems of one matches the other. I have the David Busch manual on the D850 but I'd like to know if buying one for the D500 makes sense. Thanks for your help.
The control interface, control layout, and menu structure are almost identical for the D500 and the D850. The D850 has some operating features that were not available on the D500, so menu items for those are added. Otherwise, you can use both cameras side by side in the dark without fear. (You just have to be sure which one you picked up.)
Jul 9, 2023 18:15:30 #
I own both of them. The only way I know which one I'm using at any given time is the sound of the shutter. The D850 sounds like kicking a can down the road. The D500 has a very quiet double click sound that I really like!
And, as already mentioned, there are some menu items available on the D850, over and above those on the D500.
And, as already mentioned, there are some menu items available on the D850, over and above those on the D500.
Jul 9, 2023 18:29:30 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
Thank you kindly. I just have one manual to learn.... and saves a few bucks!
Jul 9, 2023 21:11:45 #
DaveyDitzer wrote:
Thank you kindly. I just have one manual to learn.... and saves a few bucks!
Go to the Nikon website and download the manuals for each of the cameras. The PDF is easier to search than flipping thru hundreds of pages trying to find what information you need. They are free...
Jul 10, 2023 07:29:45 #
JR69
Loc: Wolverine Michigan
DaveyDitzer wrote:
From those of you who have both bodies, please comment on how close the controls and menu systems of one matches the other. I have the David Busch manual on the D850 but I'd like to know if buying one for the D500 makes sense. Thanks for your help.
For all practical purposes the two bodies operation, setup are the same. Usually the longer lens is always on the 500 but some times I have to look at the name badge on the front before pulling a XQD card out for downloading .. Battery door is turned 90 degrees
Jul 10, 2023 11:40:59 #
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