Nikon D3500

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    Highlights

    • 24.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • No Optical Low-pass Filter
    • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
    • 11 Focus Points
    • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
    • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
    • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-in Flash
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandNikon
    ModelD3500
    Predecessor ModelNikon D3400
    MSRPBody w/AF-P 18-55mm VR lens ($499), body w/AF-P 18-55mm VR and 70-300 F4.5-6.3 non-VR lenses ($849)
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeDSLR
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor FormatDX
    Sensor SizeAPS-C
    Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm
    Total Pixels24.78 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels24.2 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range100 - 25,600
    Photo
    ProcessorEXPEED 4
    Max Image Resolution6000 x 4000
    Other Resolutions4496 x 3000, 2992 x 2000
    Image Aspect Ratios3:2
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
    JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, Basic
    Bit Depth12-Bit
    Timelapse Recording
    White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
    Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
    On
    Off
    Focus
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
    Number of Focus Points11
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
    Optics
    Lens MountNikon F
    Crop Factor1.5x
    Image Stabilization
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
    Screen
    Screen TypeFixed
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Screen Size3.0"
    Screen Resolution921k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)
    Viewfinder Coverage95%
    Viewfinder Magnification0.85x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x
    Viewfinder Eyepoint18 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-1.7 to +0.5
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeElectronic
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting5.0 fps
    Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 5 fps at 24.2 MP
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Flash ModesAuto
    Auto slow sync
    Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction
    Auto with red-eye reduction
    Fill-flash
    Off
    Rear-curtain sync
    Rear-curtain with slow sync
    Red-eye reduction
    Red-eye reduction with slow sync
    Slow sync
    Flash Range7.00 m at ISO 100
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using 420-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
    External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Spot AF-area
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range0 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
    Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
    Video
    Movie File FormatMOV
    Internal Recording ModesMOV
    Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    HD: 1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
    Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
    External Recording ModesHDMI
    1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
    1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit30 min - 1920 x 1080@30 fps, 1280 x 720
    20 min - 1920 x 1080@50/60 fps
    Terminals
    Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Output
    USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    HDMI Output Mini
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneMono
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi
    Built-In Bluetooth
    Remote Control via smartphone
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
    Physical
    Dimensions124 x 97 x 70 mm (4.88 x 3.82 x 2.76")
    Weight (inc. batteries)365 g (0.80 lb / 12.87 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)14.4 x 8.6 x 5"
    Package Weight3.09 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackEN-EL14a
    Battery Life1550 shots
    USB Charging
    Internal Storage
    External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
    Other
    Self Timer 2, 5, 10, 20 secs 1-9 exposures
    Orientation Sensor
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
    Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
    Material of ConstructionPolycarbonate
    Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)


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