OK, five years later, and this D7500 is still one heckuva great camera - for photographs. In 2004 I had thousands and thousands of dollars in film gear, from 18mm MF to the big 600/f4 AF. I gradually sold most everything and crabbed along with first-gen digital SLRs - with AF slower than molasses. But I recently re-entered photography at age 72. I wanted mirrorless, but the cost was just too high for me. I bought a used D7500 from KEH, Bgn grade, which was almost immaculate as happens so often with their grading system. I also bought the two new P series lenses, the 18-55 AF-P VR and the AF-P 70-300 VR, so both lenses take advantage of the fast new AF motor, plus the VR feature, though I paid extra to get the FF version of the 70-300 just to be prepared for some future upgrade possibilities. I was pleased that the D7500 still has the screw drive pin, so I can still use my great old Nikon180/f2.8 for low-light telephoto shots or even use it with a 1.5x TC. Screw drive is a feature I could not get with Mirrorless, and with the re-sale value of my 180/2.8 having gone down to just couple hundred bucks it would be a crime to not have an AF drive camera for it. So far the D7500 shines in every thing Photographic, except Live View and Video, with some surprisingly useful extra features. The Hi Key and Lo Key modes produce great shots, as do many of the Scene settings, though its AF outdoors works best with a single central AF point. It is a consumer's fun camera, not a pro tool, and because reputable dealers like Adorama, B&H, KEH and a small group of others properly evaluate, grade, and price good used examples, for regular consumers a used D7500 plus Nikon's two AF-P lenses - the cheap 18-55 VR and the more expensive full frame AF-P 70-300 f4-5.6, make a kit that will not need expansion for a long time, if at all. The D7500 is still way ahead of cameras costing two, three, even five times as much. It is convenient, too. Its pop up flash works well and works smart, unlike flashes of twenty years ago. Having a flash on-camera means you don't have to shell out $250 for a big flash, then carry it around, and fiddle with it, just to get a few shots in low light with a top-heavy shoe flash weighing you down. If you must have a big flash, the pop-up lets you set the big flash anywhere off camera, like in an umbrella, and activate it wirelessly with the pop-up. The DPreview guys were (and still are) way too much into Mirrorless and Video even five years ago when this review was made. They should stop assigning them reviews of anything that costs less than three or four or five grand, because they became too elitist, too snide about any feature left out of an affordable consumer camera. They nitpicked so much at minor details that they failed to see the good in this fine camera. Perhaps they forget that photography for most people is about taking jpgs of people, places and things that interest them, and sharing the photos with other people, not setting up a vlog studio to get rich off KZbin, or trying to become a famous indie film maker. The articulating screen of the D7500 gets slammed for too-few dots, yet it is still perfect for checking Macro focus, even putting the camera on a rail and backing up incrementally to get a series of stacked shots. It's great for stooping over to get low-level pet pics, and anything else that calls for a level camera held below bend-over height, especially stuff that sits at ground level. With the two new AF-P lenses its AF is instantaneous, and silent; if there is something better I don't need it. Frame rate is plenty good enough, and since I m not tracking sports or fast cars I haven't had a chance to judge that. But a sports photographer who does not buy the latest and greatest camera body as judged by his peers get left behind, and won't be evaluating a D7500 anyway.
@daveyboy6210 Жыл бұрын
That is just what I was thinking to .Even the Nikon youtube people seem to over look it and forgot that its probably does what most amateur photographers need
@nickreid5939 Жыл бұрын
Well said....i just bought the D7500 ...sports photography
@andrzejjaniak68496 жыл бұрын
First of all, it is not a professional camera. D500 is. D7500 is aimed at enthusiast photographers really. Second, in this constant race of camera manufacturers trying to squeeze in as many features as possible, we forget about the most important thing: image quality. And IQ from d7500 is amazing, this is the best apsc sensor on the market. And that's what matters to me the most.
@jassiphotostudio88254 жыл бұрын
d500.lens=d7500
@patricksmith25534 жыл бұрын
Yeah I agree but if you're not a wedding photographer or similar this is an awesome camera and backup body. I sold my D7200 to upgrade to this because I'm a photojournalist and don't need two card slots and never have had a card failure in 18 years knock on wood. My main camera is a D4s and I actually have two D4s bodies, but I only use both at the same time for when I'm shooting above ISO 3200. The main reason I bought and use the D7500 is to replace my Nikon 1.4x teleconverter, because DX will always best adding a teleconverter and the D7500 is only a few hundred dollars more than Nikon's TC-14E III. In most cases I'm shooting with one D4s and the D7500 with grip. Yes, you read that right this camera *WILL TAKE A VERTICAL GRIP!* Vello makes the best one and they are only about $50, I will not buy a camera without a built in or add on vertical grip and usually I would never buy a third party grip but in the case of the D7500 Nikon does not make a grip, so only option is third party. Couple things Chris messed up here, one is the D7500 while not quite as good as the D500 autofocus, I find the AF to be as good if not better than my D4s, which is saying a lot for a camera one sixth of the price! Second he said there is one, but in reality there is *no joystick!* I highly recommend the D7500 if you're on a budget and can't afford the D500, it's an amazing camera for the money and I actually only paid $500 for my D7500 but thats because I get special deals! (Can't say why or where lol)
@janakajayasinghe88734 жыл бұрын
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@alanpasqua4 жыл бұрын
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@arshadahammed4 жыл бұрын
@@patricksmith2553 Thank you so much ! Shall I consider D7500 over Nikon D5300, the camera I’ve been using for last 4 years and around 50000 frames taken with has had failure last week, and ended up in buying a brand new body as an upgrade ?
@peterzpictstube7 жыл бұрын
This camera is not a 7200 replacement , think of it as a companion to the D500 like the D90 was to the D300. For me this is a way better tool than my 7200. The addition of power aperture and tilting touch screen a much better video companion. Also the new meter having highlight weighting and face recognition would help me a lot. The grip and weight loss address the carry around slightly. I have never had a grip and really no need for the second slot. My only disappointment is the price should have been less than 7200 at intro since it is a less luxurious body. The D90 was half the price of the D300.
@TheHybridShooter7 жыл бұрын
This future set actually works for me, especially the sensor and handling, but the price really needs to come down, hopefully it will, since the people don't seem to be enthusiastic about it.
@martinXY7 жыл бұрын
Seems good for me. I am an 'enthusiast', I currently have a D5100 and am looking to upgrade. I can't quite stretch the budget to a D500, nice as it is. I've never had a card failure. I like the idea of a built-in flash, just in case... The differences between the D500 and D7500 aren't deal killers for me, and the similarities are attractive. I get that Chris isn't blown away by the D7500, and that's OK. The price difference between a D500 and a D7500 would go into a new lens.
@jbtubman7 жыл бұрын
You sound a lot like me. I had a D5300 and liked it a lot, but the small buffer and limited number of control points had become frustrations. I didn't have any old lenses that would benefit from the AI capabilities of a D7200, and I don't do commercial photography, so one card slot was fine. She Who Must Be Obeyed would not let me get a D500 (by all means, get that if you can). I bought a D7500 with the 18-140mm zoom from Larry at The Camera Store in July and I am very happy with it so far. It is one logical upgrade for D5xxx users; others might be better served by the D7200 or D500.
@jacobprice94465 жыл бұрын
@@jbtubman your in the exact same boat as me as im looking to upgreat from my d5300 to the d7500
@jbtubman5 жыл бұрын
@@jacobprice9446 I wrote that two years ago. I am still happy with my choice. A week ago I took both cameras with me on a 5 hour trip to the zoo. Got fine pictures from both, but the D7500 was more pleasant to use: much better focusing, enormous buffer, and more control points.
@danpearce1644 жыл бұрын
Jim Tubman that’s good to know. I’ve currently got a D3100. Old school. Torn between this and D500. But there would have to be a lens compromise to get the d500. It’s just too expensive to justify. The D7500 lets me invest in more glass.
@georgestobbart48944 жыл бұрын
My thinking too, I think with that extra cash, I’m gonna buy a used tokina 100mm macro 🙏🏼
@mortis79577 жыл бұрын
I'm one of the few who does not hate the D7500, and in fact picked one up a month ago. I was coming from a D7000 and so far this D7500 beats the pants off the D7000 in every single way. The few features missing on it from the previous 7xxx series cams were not things I used much anyway, or at all. In my experience one of the best improvements on the D7500 is the grip. The grip depth is mentioned in most reviews but only as a mildly potential plus. The grip on my D7000 was the only thing I hated about it, even worse than my previous D90. The D7500 grip allows me a firm and secure grasp of the camera. I also frequently need to shoot at high ISO's and again the D7500 is so much better at all aspects of image rendition in this regard than the D7000. All in all this D7500 is a much more enjoyable shooting experience than anything I've used before, both in handling and image quality, and I've been an enthusiast photographer for over 40 years.
@jbtubman7 жыл бұрын
Hear, hear. The D7500 seems to be Nikon's red-headed step-child.
@jorismaasvisuals6 жыл бұрын
I am a Full Frame Canon 6D shooter and I have seen the low light capabilities here and there. The D7500 is SO much better in dealing with the noise in shadow areas. And although it's a APS-C sensor....I think that the newer Sony sensor in the D7500 beats most Full Frame sensors in Canon Full Frame camera's (except maybe the 5D Mark IV). Also the price at this moment of a Nikon D7500 + 18-140mm for less than 1075 Euros incl. shipping is really good (considering it has 4K recording although with 2x cropfactor). www.ebay.de/itm/Nikon-D7500-AF-S-DX-18-140mm-f-3-5-5-6G-ED-VR-Lens-Multi-Stock-in-EU-Original/162716984598?hash=item25e2b02516:g:KiQAAOSwWv5Z-2SZ
@roninr81996 жыл бұрын
MORTIS what about d7200 ? there is almost us 400$ difference place where I stay..is it still worth the difference?
@KBee7956 жыл бұрын
I also have a D7500 and feel that the low light capabilities, the "fine focus" for my prime lenses, the grip, the fastest processor Nikon makes, 51 focus points, uses better SD cards, has weather sealing, is a decent 20.9px, and has a built in drive motor so I can use AF on my old D lenses. Mostly this is NOT a Pro camera but rather a enthusiast Nikon camera. I think that if you are going Pro you are going to full frame sensors or to the FX bodies. I have no use for the D500 and would rather put more money into it for a D850 ... if I were to shoot weddings. But I'm an enthusiast shooter.
@CyberJuanito6 жыл бұрын
Same here! Came from D7000 and I'm loving the D7500.
@DavidDatura7 жыл бұрын
The rear panel LCD is the same resolution as the one on the D7200, its just RGB rather than RGBW. Other reviewers have also said via direct comparison between the D7500 and D7200 LCDs that the former actually appears sharper! Also the body is plastic, but a plastic that incorporates carbon-fibers. With the D500 in the range for more pro oriented DX work (like the D300/D300s back in the day) the D7500 has been repositioned as a more affordable enthusiast camera, which is fine by me.
@Reskiy7 жыл бұрын
Lately I've been more interested in the photos and footage Chris and Jordan take than the camera being reviewed. Thank you for always putting the images first over specs and features! :D
@timur73817 жыл бұрын
It's a crime you guys don't have more subs. Your reviews are miles ahead of any other channel on yt.
@matrodmedia7 жыл бұрын
They actually have quite a bit of subscribers in regard to a camera review channel. The only reason they don't have more is because they don't spend their downtime campaigning for more subscribers. Instead, they just do the best reviews possible whenever they get a camera in. Because of this, rather than having a million subs with half of them not being true fans, they instead have a little less than a million subs, with 100% of the subscribers being true, TCSTV-loving fans.
@RadTwin7 жыл бұрын
I think you guys are the best camera reviewers on KZbin. Thank you for getting me through work everyday
@Ranblv7 жыл бұрын
I think it's a decent compromise if you don't want to spend D500 money and you are invested in nikon glass. Reviewers always compare to other bodies but not everyone has the time or inclination to move to a new system because at the moment it has some cool features. You should always do cross evaluation. 1. if you are buying a new camera and 2. if you have d5600/d7000 and you are considering an upgrade.
@UnrealTournament4206 жыл бұрын
GoBrown same here with d5500, what did u go with?
@joes28286 жыл бұрын
Ibuki Ishimine ha. I too have the 5500 and was looking at this model over the 7200. Don't care about dual sd card slot. I need this for the high speed sync and the video mode wdoes not have the crop factor at 1080p like the d7200.
@jariol3 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased this camera used for $300. I normally use a d500 here in Hawaii to shoot surfing. This camera actually is a great partner to the d500.
@legoappleinc7 жыл бұрын
I love seeing such well produced videos shot right near my house
@nuohk7 жыл бұрын
Its a D7500 review but I'm more amazed by the look of the GH5 footage
@emacs_7 жыл бұрын
nuohk Whoever color graded this footage did a great job
@wonderwall1357 жыл бұрын
The lighting definitely is key. They chose sunset.
@koolkutz76 жыл бұрын
Yeah the GH5 seems to be doing a good job (well, courtesy of Jordan that is).
@ruff1draft6 жыл бұрын
I want the Panasonic GH5 over the Nikon D7500. I was actually considering buying the Nikon D7500 then they said it has only one sd card slot
@DavidStella7 жыл бұрын
I love what this camera has to offer.
@ilmammourtada45385 жыл бұрын
I've just bought this cam. This is my first DSLR, and based on the feedback it seems more than great for me for hobby photography and also to start learning professional photography. Couldn't understand the downside points, but I find the positive outweighs the negative.
@sooryaprakash99664 жыл бұрын
I bought it .. Just a week ago... Its my first dslr too
@ilmammourtada45383 жыл бұрын
@Coo Koo can't recommend any similar cameras since I have only tried D7500, but after two years of having the cam, I can say I never regretted it.
@ASkywalker7775 жыл бұрын
The sensor of this model is glorious. It's something that other brands in same range (dslr or mirrorless) DON'T HAVE. I'm an Astrophotographer and for me this is the best aps c sensor for that matter.
@georgestobbart48944 жыл бұрын
LunArtsDesign may I ask what lense you use for Astro. I’d like to learn. I do have a sigma 30mm 1.4art and tokina 11-16mm 2.8. Would these lenses be good for Astro, if I master the settings and technique?
@AmirhoseinHerandy7 жыл бұрын
Oh my god that scene with the 2 benches is awesome! Jordan.
@djrbfmbfm-woa7 жыл бұрын
jordan is the best of YT's videographers, and i've seen them all. thx, jordan, and chriss. j.
@djrbfmbfm-woa7 жыл бұрын
no need to rate this guys, but your audio quality is as good as the images. it is SO important that they marry well. looking forward to more. j. and thx for the thumbs up.
@bogrunberger7 жыл бұрын
I knew it would pay off to get up early! Got up at 5 AM here in Denmark, and lo and behold, I notice a new video from The Camera Store! This saved my day guys. I love your videos!!!
@gfxmaniac5 жыл бұрын
This review is really strange. I can make great photos with D40 or D50 any day or night. For 100% less price than D500 this camera is superb.
@worldwithme41884 жыл бұрын
hello
@andyhoov7 жыл бұрын
Honestly, the issues here really seem to hurt the camera as a professional option. For hobbyists/enthusiasts, especially those already invested in the Nikon ecosystem, it seems like a great camera if the D500 is out of your price range.
@DavidDatura7 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@jbtubman7 жыл бұрын
That describes me pretty accurately. I got one (from TCS) to replace my D5300. I'm really happy with it, particularly the bigger buffer, higher frame rate, and most of all, the ability to change a lot of settings without having to go through the menu system. But I can see why existing users of the D7xxx line would not be keen to switch to it.
@andyhoov7 жыл бұрын
Jim Tubman Very true, the D7200 remains a pretty good camera, and seeing how the D7500 has driven it's price down it makes it all the better.
@jbtubman7 жыл бұрын
Just as you say. If I didn't want the 50 shot raw buffer, tilting touch screen, and AF-P lens compatibility, I would have gone with the D7200 and saved some money and still had a great camera. Happy shooting!
@riveraluciano7 жыл бұрын
It doesn't seem to be a big upgrade on the D7100 or D7200, which sucks. So far I'm using the 7100 for events (low light and some sport photography) and it fares up quite well, specially if you pair it up with a modestly good lens (50 1.8, 85 1.8, or a fast zoom lens like a 17-50). It's a bit sad to see Nikon cannibalize on their older series lenses just to mark a difference between them. The lack of a dual slot and Ai lens compatability are real killers here.
@jroemling7 жыл бұрын
When you said it was very windy I noticed that there is not the slightest wind noise in the shot. Kudos for the excellent audio work!
@TheCameraStoreTV7 жыл бұрын
Rycote Undercovers are amazing things! Jordan @ TCSTV
@andysouidhou97104 жыл бұрын
Who would buy an amateur/ethusiasts camera for profeesional work such as weddings etc? who would use crop sensor for professonal work? I've had this 6 months, it's absoluteley beautiful! amazing photos. Same sensor as D500. If you're a hobbiest like me, you'd be hard pressed to find a better camera at this price point. Sanpbridge is great, I leave Bluetooth on and it downloads to my tablet even when swithched off. Build quality is superb, don't take my word for it, just hold one. Don't need battery grip even though third party grips are availiable. Second card slot? Not fussed. If you're after a professional camera, why would you even be looking at crop sensor? If you're like me and you love photography and on a budget, the D7500 is AWSOME!
@davidburton22945 жыл бұрын
I checked out the D7500 today in the shop took some test shots comparing it with the D3300 which has good high iso performance. The 7500 blew it away at high iso's with really great punchy and vibrant images! But like the reviewer here, I'm on the fence with the D7500!
@bryanmorales21210 ай бұрын
Im about to buy one and i have a D3400 is it worth the chnage?
@sourpotato0017 жыл бұрын
this video review is simply beautifully shot and rendered. Jordan Drake is a amazing cameraman!
@TheCameraStoreTV7 жыл бұрын
+lu jiao Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! Jordan @ TCSTV
@blurayauthority6 жыл бұрын
I got this last week and love it. I don't mind that it only has one SD slot, I don't care about grips and it does everything I need and want it to do. Combine that with the Expeed 5 processor, touch screen, etc. I'm good.
@stephen68159707 жыл бұрын
The review keeps making reference to activities and its use compared to what would be a professional camera. Its an AMATEUR camera. Discuss it appropriately. You don't compare a Diana to a 500c/m simply because they are both cameras and use 120 film and expect the Diana to stand up to the Hasselblad in photographing a wedding or a business meeting. If someone wants a professional DX camera, get a D500 for a lot more money. An amateur can do well with a D7500 and save the money for lenses or a trip.
@roboHare737 жыл бұрын
From dismissing this camera when it was first announced to now actually owning, I must admit it's a very good camera. Small and light for a dslr. D750 style grip. Image quality is excellent, SnapBridge, the touch screen all features missing from my D750. Focus speed is excellent, even in low light. Very clean images for a dx camera. I'm really surprised. Decent buffer. Wish it had the dual sd card slot from the other cameras in the D7x series but that's about it. Mini D750 and I'm very happy with it...
@paulmetdebbie4475 жыл бұрын
And the price is much better now than when introduced.
@kyhui84 жыл бұрын
I think the Snapbridge feature along with the excellent IQ makes the D7500 very attractive for me. While other cameras may have better features, having the convenience of Snapbridge and getting an excellent image out to social media first makes the difference for me. I've used the D5600 and D3400 and their Snapbridge function and really love it.
@bryanmorales21210 ай бұрын
So im about to make the change from the D3400 to D7500 is it worth it?
@kyhui810 ай бұрын
@@bryanmorales212 The D3400 is a nice camera but the D7500 has lots more features. I use my D7500 more often than the D3400. The D7500 is worth it to me. Good luck.
@TracyClark5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these reviews. Very helpful. I was a D7100 convert to Fuji for downsizing. I ended up owning ‘big’ (X-T2) and small (X-E) Fuji bodies. As my kids have gotten bigger and faster.. I am not getting the action results from the X-T2 that I like. No, I have not gone and bought a big Fuji zoom. I am not going to. I wavered between the D7500 and the D500 and ultimately went with the D7500 as it meets my needs and is not huge. In fact, the D7500 and the 35 1.8 fits in a ‘mirrorless’ bag I was given by a retailer. I JUST got the D7500 today so I am excited to give it a run with the boys. I don’t care about the single SD slot as I often unload images to my iPad. It’s a GREAT compromise of size and DSLR AF capability. .. to the Fuji cultists. I still love my Fuji and will keep my X-E2/27. Yes, I have seen the videos where the X-T2 beats/keeps up with the D500. My kids don’t run in straight lines, even into bright light. I have spent more time and effort trying to get the AF to work for me.. it is close but not there.
@CarsnStuff7 жыл бұрын
I love my d7200. i also feel like the battery grip is a MUST with my SLR's. I personally think no only the extended battery life but also the vertical captures are soo much more comfortable to take with a battery grip. Theres nothing like doing that awkward pose trying to take a vertical image. And the dual slots i love. I feel like for the d7200 the dual slots are an amazing feature on the camera especially for its pricerange.
@WarriorsPhoto5 жыл бұрын
I am glad, I saw this video and learned about this camera before upgrading. Bummer, that Nikon isn't giving us a great 4k, DSLR yet. :(
@nevvanclarke92255 жыл бұрын
Errrr how hard is it to carry spare SD CARD bag and battery in your bag or pocket It’s $700 cheaper than the D500 ....you can buy a second battery and huge SD CARD Weather seal is same in d500 ....ffs get your facts right
@Half-Track075 жыл бұрын
Guess the guy doing the video never heard of changing film before. He would have never made it back then, probably would've had a meltdown at the thought of changing film out of a camera to keep going.
@TracyClark5 жыл бұрын
For me, the days of unloading my images once a month or so are over. I rarely unload more than 100 images. My ‘flow’ is after a round of shooting to load the images to my iPad. They are backed up there and a secondary backup. I do NOT delete images. Once all my images are stored off the card I format the card again. Rinse/repeat. I am not ‘too’ old but have been shooting for a few decades, in lots of different camera bodies, and never had a card fail. Nowadays, the camera on our phones is so good if there is THE shot of a LIFETIME I have to have.. maybe I take it with a few bodies.
@raphaelsfotografia42324 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@danieldougan86137 жыл бұрын
Who is this camera for? People who want a D500 but can't afford it. I could see this camera being a good fit for someone like me. I'm an amateur / enthusiast, and I like to shoot a lot of moving subjects. I'm in the Micro Four Thirds system, so it would be too expensive for me to switch all of my glass over, but I've thought this camera checks a lot of boxes for me. Sure, I'd love to have a D500, but that's really a professional or at least semipro camera at a semipro price.
@GustavoSBgas7 жыл бұрын
I think this model is to compete with 80D that has not dual card slot either and nobody complain about that. For pro that need that and grip is the D500. When D7200 released there were 3 nikon range APS-C cameras, D3xxx, D5xxx and D7xxx, now nikon has 4 ranges, D3xxx, D5xxx, D7500 and D500. I think is not fair to compare the D7500 with the D7200, as it is not fair to compare D7200 with D500. I think now people has more options to choose: D500 very high capable and D7500 less capable but still good features and lower price.
@brianeibisch60258 ай бұрын
I know a lot of Reviewers put the downers on this camera because it doesn’t have a second card slot. Anyway, it seems to be the forgotten Nikon camera, not really “Pro” and maybe too expensive for amateurs/enthusiasts. I got mine new during the Covid plague for about $800 USD and I have to say it is a fantastic camera. I’m already a Nikon shooter so I already have the glass, so that made the deal even cheaper. The images out of this thing are great and at 21MP the files are not too big either, so, HD storage is not going to break the bank. I use mine as my “workhorse” camera because it has quite a bit of shooting flexibility in terms of its feature set, not too big to hold for a hour or two, great ergonomics, lots of pics onto the card, great focussing, excellent color science and good lowlight performance. I absolutely love this camera.
@Randor105 жыл бұрын
Not sure why you are comparing a pro-sumer camera with a professional camera. Why not compare it with similar pro-sumer cameras? I’m an ENG Cameraman and I wouldn’t compare my broadcast camera with a pro-sumer version.
@elysiumcore7 жыл бұрын
As an D7200 owner..Nikon dropped the ball on this. big time. * Single card slot, No battery grip, No Ai Indexing ( you can't use older lenses.....Seriously wtf Nikon ) Why is this camera needed again ?
@nimmic767 жыл бұрын
Totally agree..
@juggaajerry7 жыл бұрын
well you can use AI/AIs lenses, but in manual mode with no metering.
@andrzejjaniak68496 жыл бұрын
Frankly, as an enthusiast photographer and a former user of D7200, I don't need all these features that you are talking about. 1 card slot is ok for me - I don't do events. I don't use battery grip, I use old D lenses but I don't use manual lenses. So as a matter of fact Nikon made a rational decision given the fact it is not a pro camera.On the other hand I do need an articulating screen for macro shots and AF auto tuning feature, I need a better AF, I need a better sensor with better low light capabilities, in general I need all that at a lower price than d500. That is why we need this camera.
@Pmeyer12265 жыл бұрын
I disagree completely, the D7500 holds its place well. If your looking at the D7500 for what it is, it’s a prosumer baby D500, which is an action camera with good low light performance. The sensor, AF, and processor are geared toward sport/wildlife. The ergonomics of the D7500 are great, and the weight of this camera makes it great to wield around, adding a grip only bogs this camera down (hold a D500 and the D7500 and you will appreciate the nimble feel of the D7500). As for Indexing older slower lens to a 8fps camera merely cripples the reason for buying this body in the first place. And oh all the whining about one slot, my god you would think the world started spinning backwards. This is a perfect camera for any parent who’s interested in photographing kids sports at a reasonable price, and still allows for extra lenses in their budget. Nikon hit the nail on the head with this camera for its market place, Thank you Nikon, don’t listen to these KZbin wannabe experts.
@backpacker34214 жыл бұрын
I wish reviewers had paid more attention to the niche this camera was intended for - the amateur enthusiast looking for something more capable than a budget model, but much cheaper than a professional model, and cheaper than most mirrorless of the same quality.
@mediumdun187 жыл бұрын
Enthusiasts aren't going to shell out the cash for the D500 and your points about this camera are on point so where do we go . ? Have used the Pentax K3 II and it has some of the features you lament missing here and it is cheaper but its heavier and AF is lagging . Looking for weather resistant, video not important, lighter body , APS-C with good image quality ... sure wish I could get Fuji files to come out the way I want in LR
@JingQuadDamage7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review it was very detailed and gave me some things to consider. I am just a photo hobbyist and have been looking to upgrade my D5100 for a while now. The D7500 is a great choice. But saving for a couple extra months could mean the D500 comes into play as i already have lenses thats not the main concern. But to be fair anything out is going to be better than what i have :)
@mangoldm7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful light, beautifully shot.
@staplercut7 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous shots, Jordan. It was hard for me to keep up what Chris was saying.
@TheCameraStoreTV7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Jordan @ TCSTV
@kislaykunal89215 жыл бұрын
this is going to share my home for sure this summer.
@tomedwards817 жыл бұрын
Any plans to review the Canon SL2/200D? It's an interesting proposition as a mirrorless alternative...
@protonish4 жыл бұрын
First of all, WHERE IS THAT PLACE?? IT'S SO FREAKING BEAUTIFUL!!! 💚🍀
@mohnassurCC Жыл бұрын
I am currently using a Nikon D5100, hoping to upgrade to a D7500 sometimes later,, I actually like this preview
@englematic7 жыл бұрын
Thinking I'm still gonna pick up a D7200 as a companion body to my D750.
@michaelhanson58616 жыл бұрын
Something you didn't mention is that the D7500 does NOT have a meter coupling tab for AI/S lenses, which the previous D7000 series cameras all had. Most users might not care, but I find it disappointing.
@MCAQUIN07 жыл бұрын
For real, the first thing I noticed was more of what camera they shot the review with. lol. Such nice quality
@PostColorGear7 жыл бұрын
I hear you on battery grips. I see their benefit, dont get me wrong, but I dont like them much myself.
@TheLuNaMaStEr7 жыл бұрын
Great job color grading this, and i KNOW you did.
@RobertKwolek7 жыл бұрын
Seems like a modern day D70, which is my current cam, and I might've been a potential customer if not that I'm no longer interested in big DSLRs. Compact mirrorless for my next cam.
@Tobs13135 жыл бұрын
Nah. I know d750 was discontinued but still I think it's worth to wait and save more money. I'm currently using d7000 and I'm ready for FX camera
@jassiphotostudio88254 жыл бұрын
dx 7500
@JohnRobertsTV7 жыл бұрын
Always great to hear your honest reviews. Seems like the D7500 is the D7200 replacement, but with less resolution and only one card slot. Whatever happened to the D5500/D5600 touch screen anyway?
@angli27947 жыл бұрын
I actually think D7200 is better, more megapixels, more card slot, maybe weaker low light capability, but surely offers more bangs for your buck.
@Canit-7 жыл бұрын
Ang Li well, the D7500 have 8fps (vs 6fps), record 4k (vs 1080p), 180.000 pixels metering sensor (vs 2000 pixels), tilted touch screen (vs no tilted touch) , better performance on ISO, Expeed5 processor (vs Expeed4), better buffer... I mean, only because lack a second card slot is worst than the D7200?
@angli27947 жыл бұрын
I admit that D7500 does have better spects at some place. But, you have to realise that D7200 is basically a D750 minus a full frame sensor. And, although D7500 do have better low light performance, still, according to DXOmark, D7200 do have got a better overall image quality. Plus, if you are a pro and in need of a backup camera body. Twin card slot is always a must since you'll be needing the redundancy.
@peterzpictstube7 жыл бұрын
The 750 has some important features the 7200 does not like face detect OVF AF, Highlight weighted metering and the most obvious the tilting screen.
@eskandar18624 жыл бұрын
This camera is good for portraits??? Anyone please answer
@FAMUCHOLLY7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. BTW; the GH5 footage is OK... but not up to the FS5 standards. It's smaller and lighter, but doesn't look as clean or crisp as your usual.
@SharpeyeReviews6 жыл бұрын
Im considering this as an alternative to the a6300 mainly to avoid overheating and the issues that came with the a6300.
@AmirHamzah_MAHBAR7 жыл бұрын
I really love your photography Chris.
@calebgaspar94977 жыл бұрын
I need help deciding between the nikon d7500 sony a7 and a77ii. I am focusing mainly on stills and portrait photography, video isn't a huge emphasise. However if the d7500 has better image quality and performance than the others i would spend the extra money even though i don't really need 4k video.
@ThomasHalways5 жыл бұрын
As always, nice video and commentary, however lacking a few details: Steve Perry and also Tom Hogan commented on 2 aspects of interest in the D7500. One is removal of the Ai indexing ring, thus some of the older lenses will not meter properly in this body. Stick to D7200 for that. Another is lack of depth of field preview. Personally I still like the D7500. It did not got good resonance in the web commentaries, but I still chose it over the D500 due to size/weight considerations. Also... I am not convinced of the future of the XQD cards. I do not want to sit on a dead end tech, think of the Memory Stick cards by Sony and several others. Of course the single card design was not necessary, as I think. Why to penny pinch on a SD reader, a commodity cheap component, and expose the camera to the web-pounding about lack of backup ability? I do not get the logic behind removal of 2nd card slot, but I also personally do not care that dramatically.
@TheProjectFunHouse7 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the review, as always! Can’t wait for the 6D mk ii review.
@talkshow696 жыл бұрын
I wish you'd use the kit lens. It'd be worth looking at the photos that lens can produce.
@DamianBrown7 жыл бұрын
Very interesting, thanks! Loving the video section too, nice touch
@stuntmonkey007 ай бұрын
It's 2024, DSLR's are winding down but the D7500 has still lasted this long. All of the griping at launch time did not stand the test of time; the things that people complained about this camera weren't really that important in the end,.
@dennisj1007 жыл бұрын
Well done Chris you hit the nail on the head, I'm looking for a replacment for the 7100 back-up to my 500 and the single card slot was a deal breaker. A backward step by Nikon.
@jimwalling22006 ай бұрын
Picking one up tomorrow to bring to Mazatlan for the eclipse. :)
@toualee50067 жыл бұрын
So i bit the bullet a got a D7500. I am disappointed with the lack of 2 memory card slots since I shoot weddings/events a few times a year. I suppose I bought it because it will only be use as a back up camera to my D750. I wasn't gonna shell out almost 2k for a D500. I haven't had a memory card failure since owning several DSLR's for over 5 yrs.. Cross my finder the D7500 will not be it.. lol. It was a debate d7500 vs D7200. I owned a D7100 and a D7200 wasn't really an upgrade. Not to mention, the D7200 is only $250 cheaper than the D7500. Now if the the d7200 had been like $500+ cheaper, I may have gone with it. Overall, the d7500 seems must much than the D7100 I owned. Better than the D610 I owned too. My d750 is still better though despite having less FPS than the d7500.
@Pmeyer12265 жыл бұрын
I fail to understand why one uses a crop sensor camera for weddings. Full frame offers better lenses for that purpose. The strength of the crop sensor is the added reach that you gain, how far does a wedding photographer ever get from his subject matter. I guess it makes sense if you shoot weddings in a sports arena, lol.
@karanraj94827 жыл бұрын
Which duking beautiful place is this? A dream view.
@unniephraim31496 жыл бұрын
Which would be great? Canon 80d or nikon d7500
@Garymayo4 жыл бұрын
Wedding mentioned several times with one card slot?
@NavrajRajLostSouls7 жыл бұрын
Excellent video as usual of TCST. Is it really worth spending 2000 dollars on this, rather then full frame D610, OR CANON 6D or even Sony A7?
@Ildskalli7 жыл бұрын
It doesn't cost two grand, or is that Canadian?
@NavrajRajLostSouls7 жыл бұрын
Yeah canadian. Online d610 costs almost same or even less.
@Ildskalli7 жыл бұрын
Well, it depends on your use case. Low light performance, shallow DoF, and color discrimination are all better on the 35mm cameras, but the APS-C shooters are usually way more flexible and agile. I had an A7 and 6D, and neither left me impressed. I don't like the D7500, either, the world's most gimped camera. In your place I'd go for an 80D or D7200, or maybe the Sony A77II if you need more speed and less low-light performance. The Pentax KP has a great sensor but is too quirky to recommend.
@NavrajRajLostSouls7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your advice mate. Cheers
@angli27947 жыл бұрын
D7200 is a better choice, you'll have more money for good lenses. If you are going full frame. Don't buy D610, A7 and 6D, their focusing systems are terrible. I owned a 610 before and I have friends who have A7 and 6D. Go for D750, for the much better focusing system. Or the A7 Mark II. Btw, I'm a D750 owner now and it's way better than the 610.
@spirg4 жыл бұрын
Hope to be getting one this week
@jc_user2 жыл бұрын
He still has no clue that there are more is than professionals. The professional gets the D500, but for semi-pro the D7500 is the best choice.
@gunzlingerbil6 жыл бұрын
What place is that? It looks amazing! partially thanks to the GH5 I'm sure. But I'm more interested in getting a house there now lol
@juggaajerry6 жыл бұрын
Madagascar
@tesladrummer7 жыл бұрын
Hmm, I have two UHS-1 card slots on my D7000, 4 less megapixels and it cost a lot less new. Pretty much the only feature I'd like from this is the built-in radio flash trigger.
@chrisw4437 жыл бұрын
Still better video than the 5d mark 4 . lol
@MikedieONE7 жыл бұрын
Not really
@krishnendubiswas93846 жыл бұрын
Please do a hands on comparison between D7200 vs D7500 for sports and action photography. I'm a beginner and confused between this two.
Would of been better just to say that you almost liked it . It's a shame Nikon crippled the 7500 . I still have my D7000 as my back up and was hoping to replace it . Maybe I will pick up a 7200 . They're going for good prices these days .
@BamJham7 жыл бұрын
Seems like encouragement to purchase a d500. Not a bad idea from Nikon, but perhaps they should have added some more value so the gap wasn't so big.
@viajer20117 жыл бұрын
Great job guys👏👏👏 The quality of the video is awesome. How does this compare to the canon 80d?
@duiliohelf7 жыл бұрын
I own a D7100 and the wi-fi system sucks! It is unbelievable that (even with a new technology) it is still sucks on the brand new D7500. Wtf, NIKON? Good review (as always), guys!
@hababacon7 жыл бұрын
I'm still ok with my D5500, but I do miss the cropped 4k of my Samsung NX500. Next I'm going to upgrade to Sony A6500, or maybe the 6700 if the price is right ($1200 with kit lense).
@tri_pundra47625 жыл бұрын
sir, plz compir Sony A6400 vs Nikon D7500 Image & video Quality. or with Focus & lens zoom test (sony 55-210mm vs Nikon 300mm. waiting fr ur video uplod. 😊
@cactustweeter28907 жыл бұрын
Who got the most ticks walking around in all that tall grass? Jordan or Chris?
@tarekmunawar43927 жыл бұрын
price?
@_MattyG_7 жыл бұрын
so Sticking with the D7100 then!
@jonuiuc17 жыл бұрын
hmm, I wonder if the IQ/performance is appreciably worse or better on that tamron 18-400. That lens is actually lighter than the Nikon 18-300. not a bad 1 lens for everything weather sealed for travel.
@BerrieSleijster6 жыл бұрын
Now it is a year later, how do you think now about this camera? Is it a Do or Don' t ?
@keithdavis2949Ай бұрын
First off, the D7500 has dropped way down in price since this video was made. 2nd, I want a true optical view finder, and you won't get that with a completely electronic viewfinder. 3rd, It can use F mount lenses, so all my old Nikon, Tamron, and Sigma lenses are still good to go. Lastly, the Nikon battery stills works, and offers a lot of shots and operations before you have to swap it out, and charge it. May not be the greatest and latest, but for my little hands, it's just fine for a majority of the kinds of shots I do.
@scotlandsforme1 Жыл бұрын
Sorry, I just watched your review of the D7500 and you do go on about it having only 1 SD slot and that wedding and wildlife photographers would need 2 SD slots. What a load of cods wallop, I have the D7500 and the D800, Both these cameras have 128gb cards in them and I have never ever run out or nearly run out of space. Are you videoing the whole wedding? 1 SD slot with a 128gb card is enough for anyone. Rant over.
@abdelrahmanhesham95583 жыл бұрын
Please which is better for photograhy nikon d5600 or canon m50?
@nikonmark378145 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the review, I always watch TCS before making a purchase or convincing myself not to make a purchase based on their reviews. Based on this review I'll pass on the D7500 and save a few more $$$ until I can afford the D500. Until then I'll get by with my trust D7200 and D2x.
@kushalsharma40865 жыл бұрын
May be a D7700 or so is coming sooner or later which might have those minuses from D7200.. Well for me there is no such thing called a perfect camera, or any other gears, there is always space for up gradations... Price to performance ratio is more justified IMO . great review, subscribed..
@electronicbox69907 жыл бұрын
Great video man!!!! Keep the good work!
@khairuznaim305 жыл бұрын
i hope you answer my question, which camera is better nikon d7500 or canon eos rebel t7i, budget doesnt matter
@georgestobbart48944 жыл бұрын
Got mine today, love it 💙
@070707543 жыл бұрын
The problem with the D7500 is: She was born in the wrong family. Her father, faster, stronger and with foolproof confidence, and her older brother, adored by everyone, strong like her father then, poor her, always compared, to leave for against. She will never be able to do the same job as her father and with the reliability of her brother. So please understand and have some compassion. Thank you