Nikon D500 — Best Settings for Beginners
DSLR
APS-C
Supported Lenses
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G DX ED VR
f/3.5
Nikon Nikkor AF-P 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR
f/3.5
Menu Guide — Where to Find Every Setting
Scene Settings Guides
Explore recommended settings for common photography scenarios:
Nikon D500 settings for SunsetNikon D500 settings for PortraitsNikon D500 settings for Night PhotographyNikon D500 settings for LandscapeNikon D500 settings for Indoor PhotographyNikon D500 settings for BokehNikon D500 settings for Food PhotographyNikon D500 settings for Street PhotographyNikon D500 settings for Sports PhotographyNikon D500 settings for Golden Hour
Get Personalized Settings
Start the wizard with this camera pre-selected and get settings tailored to your exact gear.