Nikon EF500SV
May 29, 2002
TOKYO -- Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the EF500SV / EF500SV QD compact camera on May 29, 2002.
The silver-colored EF500SV carries forth the valuable, high-quality features and excellent performance of its predecessor, the EF400SV (1999), housed in a chic exterior design inherited from the latest Nikon One•Touch and Nikon Lite•Touch-series compact cameras, making it more fashionable and simpler to operate.
This camera is targeted at picture-takers who appreciate a compact camera operational simplicity and portability, and at the same time want a camera that's as good-looking as it is functional.
The new EF500SV boasts an extra-large, ultra-clear Super Viewfinder which offers sharp images clearly visible from a comfortable distance. The wide-angle 28mm lens gives the EF500SV the flexibility to meet a wide range of shooting requirements. The built-in flash and a variety of convenient flash functions lend a playful, creative flavor to your photography. The self-timer lets you be both photographer and subject. A date and time imprint function is available (EF500SV QD only) to help keep your pictures organized. Overall simplified operation, including easy film loading and rewinding ensure you’ll always be ready to capture that special scene. The EF500SV incorporates built-in lens cover for protection.
- Note: Specifications, design, product name and standard accessories may differ by country or area.
Nikon EF500SV/EF500SV QD Major Features
- Focus free (Fixed focus) operation and auto exposure setting
- Extra-large, ultra-clear Super Viewfinder for sharp, highly visible images
- Wide-angle 28mm lens
- Flash modes -- choose from Auto Flash, Flash Cancel and Anytime Flash
- Red-Eye Reduction LED lamp helps minimize the reddish appearance that can occur when shooting in low-light conditions
- Self-timer mode lets the photographer be part of the picture
- Date imprint function (EF500SV QD only) allows imprinting of date and/or time combinations
- Compact and lightweight
Dimensions (W x H x D) (approx.):
110 x 67.5 x 38mm (4.3 x 2.7 x 1.5 in.)/
110 x 67.5 x 42mm (4.3 x 2.7 x 1.7 in.) (QD model)
Weight (without batteries) (approx.):
145g (5.1 oz.)/150g (5.3 oz.) (QD model)
Nikon EF500SV/EF500SV QD Specifications
| Type of camera | 35mm fixed focus lens-shutter camera with built-in flash |
|---|---|
| Usable film | DX-coded 35mm film in film cartridge |
| Picture format | 24 x 36mm (standard 35mm (135) format) |
| Lens | 28mm f/5.6 (3 elements in 3 groups) |
| Focusing | Fixed focus |
| Focusing distance | 1.2m (3.9 ft.) to infinity (∞) |
| Shutter | Mechanical lens shutter, Fixed shutter speed of 1/100 sec. |
| Viewfinder | Reverse-Galilean Albada-type bright-frame viewfinder; Magnification: approx. 0.63x; Field coverage: approx. 85% |
| Film speed | Auto setting to ISO 100 or 400 with DX-coded film (ISO 100 with DX-coded ISO 200 film and non-DX coded film) |
| Film operation | Film automatically advances to first frame when camera back is closed; Automatic film advance and rewind; Mid-roll rewind is possible |
| Frame counter | Additive type, Automatically resets to “S” when the camera back is opened |
| Self-timer | 10 sec. duration; one-shot operation; cancellable |
| Built-in flash | Built-in auto flash with recycling time of approx. 6 sec.; Flash cancel and anytime flash by pressing dedicated buttons on the front of camera |
| Red-Eye Reduction | Provided |
| Flash shooting distance range | 1.2-2.7m (3.9 - 8.9 ft.) at ISO 100, 1.2-3.8m (3.9 - 12.5 ft.) at ISO 200, and 1.2-5.4m (3.9 - 17.7 ft.) at ISO 400 |
| Auto power off | With the power switch on, camera power automatically turns off 20 sec. after the flash-ready LED comes on; To turn the power on again, lightly press the shutter release button or turn the power switch on |
| Battery life | Approx. 30 rolls of 24-exposure film (20 rolls of 36-exposure film), using the flash for half of all exposures |
| Power source | Two 1.5V LR6 (AA-size alkaline) batteries |
| Tripod socket | Provided |
| Date imprint function (EF500SV QD only) | Imprint uses 7-dot LED; Five choices include: 1) Year/Month/Day, 2) Month/Day/Year, 3) Day/Month/Year, 4) Day/Hour/Minute or 5) No imprint; 24-hour cycle with no AM/PM; Built-in clock with timing accuracy within ±90 sec. a month; Power source: one 3V CR2025 lithium battery |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) (approx.) | 110 x 67.5 x 38mm (4.3 x 2.7 x 1.5 in.) / 110 x 67.5 x 42mm (4.3 x 2.7 x 1.7 in.) (QD model) |
| Weight (without battery) (approx.) | 145g (5.1 oz.) / 150g (5.3 oz.) (QD model) |
- Specifications apply when a fresh battery is used at normal temperature (20°C/68°F).
- Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
- The information is current as of the date of publication. It is subject to change without notice.