Nikon D3500 DSLR Features, Specs and Manual

D3500 Overview

This is a easy to use point-and-shoot digital single lens reflex camera made by Nikon and it is specifically aimed for beginner photographers in the DSLR segment. It has Nikkor lens mount that can be interchangeable to wide variety of lenses made by Nikkon. The sensor has a total of 24.8 CMOS megapixels sensor for incredible detail and color accuracy.

D3500 Top 5 Features

24.8 Megapixel Sensor

It is a CMOS type censor that is a crop APS-C sensor and has a crop factor of around 1.4x. The sensor capture excellent detail with great sharpness and color accuracy.

EXPEED Image Processing

This is the processing unit of the Nikkon D3500 DSLR. Processes images and videos quickly and provides excellent image/video production.

ISO 100-25600

The higher the ISO number the better it will perform on low-light conditions without prolonging the shutter for minimizing the image blur on low light conditions.

11-Point Autofocus

Versatile auto focus points are best on capturing fast moving objects like sports or wildlife and the more the auto focus points the less you likely get a blurred photo.

Wireless Connectivity

It has built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connections to be able to transfer photos directly to your smartphone or your personal computer.

D3500 Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Nikon
Model	D3500
Model Code	1588
Sensor	24.8 Megapixel CMOS
Format	AF-P
Sensor Size	APS-C Crop Sensor
ISO	100 – 25,600
Connectivity	Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Lens Mount Format	DX Nikkor
Continous Shooting Speed	5 Frame Per Second
Shutter Speed	1/4000 to 30 seconds
LCD Screen	3.2 Inch Vari Angle
LCD Resolution	1,229,000 dots
Maximum Movie Resolution	Full HD 1920 x 1,080 (1080p)
Ports	USB and HDMI
Battery	EN-EL15a
Camera Body Weight	21.7 oz
Dimensions (WxHxD)	4.9 x 3.8 x 2.7 inches

Pros:

Easy to use camera great for beginners in the DSLR camera world
Built-in Bluetooth and WiFi
Cheap price
Interchangeability of lens

Cons:

It only has APS-C type sensor meaning it is cropped
Only has 1080p video recording

Verdict:

If you are new or even an expert in photography, the Nikon D3500 will not disappoint you even though it only has APS-C type sensor. It produces beautiful images each time and has a burst mode of 5 frames per second. Transferring images is very easy with the help of wireless connectivity like WiFi and Bluetooth and by using the smartphone app by Nikon. This is also perfect for vloggers who are starting up because the price is reasonable for its specifications.