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Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
Nikon
D500
APS-C sports DSLR flagship with 10fps, 153-point AF, and pro build.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
Ace Pro 2 is 8.8 years newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
D500
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BD500 has higher AF points / zones (153 vs 0)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BD500 has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 860 g)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher 1080p max frame rate (240 fps vs 59.94 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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D500
147 × 115 × 81 mm
860 g (1.90 lb / 30.34 oz)
Ace Pro 2 is 75mm narrower, 63mm shorter, and 43mm thinner than D500.
Ace Pro 2 is 683 g lighter than D500.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 81mm D500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D500
147 × 115 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 38 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D500
147 × 81 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Ace Pro 2
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
D500
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
5.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Ace Pro 2: mount data unavailable
D500
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Ace Pro 2
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
177.2 g vs 860 g — lower is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 59.94 fps — higher is better
Resolution
50 MP vs 20.9 MP — higher is better
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 29.97 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D500
AF points / zones
153 vs 0 — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 147, 115, 81
Card types
Adds SD, CFexpress Type B, XQD
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Microphone jack (3.5mm)
Only D500 supports it
Headphone jack (3.5mm)
Only D500 supports it
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
D500
Pros
- ✓10fps APS-C
- ✓Pro sports AF
- ✓Weather sealed
- ✓Great buffer
Cons
- –DSLR
- –APS-C
- –No IBIS
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Ace Pro 2 or D500?
Ace Pro 2 scores 10.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for D500 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and D500?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and D500 is 20.9 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Ace Pro 2 and D500?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while D500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the D500?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. D500 reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and D500?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and D500 weighs 860 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 683 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and D500 record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. D500: 4K up to 29.97p.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and D500 weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. D500: Yes.
How much does each cost?
Ace Pro 2 launched at $449 and D500 at $1,999. The Ace Pro 2 is $1,550 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Nikon press materials.