Compact, easy to use, and versatile are all traits of the Nikon D3500, which is designed to be as flexible and intuitive as possible, while still offering the imaging capabilities you expect from a DSLR. Utilizing a DX-format 24.2MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor, the D3500 provides a native sensitivity range from ISO 100-25600 to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions, and the sensor and processor combination also provides a 5 fps continuous shooting rate as well as Full HD 1080p video recording at 60 fps. The sensor's design also omits an optical low-pass filter in order to achieve greater sharpness and resolution from both photos and videos.
Complementing the imaging capabilities, the D3500 also features SnapBridge, which utilizes Bluetooth connectivity, for wireless sharing of images to your mobile device, including automatic sharing of 2MP images between the camera and your mobile device. The lightweight camera body incorporates a 3.0" 921k-dot LCD screen for live view monitoring and image review and, catering to first-time DSLR owners, the D3500 also features a helpful Guide Mode to aid in achieving specific photographic looks or techniques, such as how to produce shallow depth of field imagery in a helpful, step-by-step manner. Ten different Special Effects are also available in-camera to creatively refine the look of both stills and movies.
Imaging
Lens Mount Nikon F
Camera Format DX / (1.5x Crop Factor)
Pixels Actual: 24.78 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel
Max Resolution 24 MP: 6000 x 4000
Aspect Ratio 3:2
Sensor Type / Size CMOS, 23.5 x 15.6 mm
File Formats Still Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: MOV, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Audio: Linear PCM
Bit Depth 12-Bit
Dust Reduction System Yes
Memory Card Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Focus Control
Focus Type Auto & Manual Focus
Focus Mode Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 11
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type Pentamirror
Viewfinder Eye Point 18.00 mm
Viewfinder Coverage 95%
Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.85x
Diopter Adjustment -1.7 to +0.5 m
Display Screen 3" Rear Screen LCD (921,000)
Screen Coverage 100%
Diagonal Angle of View 170.0°
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100-25600
Shutter 30 - 1/4000 Second
Metering Method Center-Weighted Average Metering, Matrix, Spot Metering
Exposure Modes Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter
Priority
Metering Range: EV 0.0 - EV 20.0
Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3 EV Steps)
Buffer/Continuous Shooting Up to 5 fps at 24.2 MP
White Balance Modes Auto, Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
Flash
Flash Modes Auto, Auto/Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-Flash/Slow Sync, Off, Rear Curtain/Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Built-in Flash: Yes
Max Sync Speed 1 / 200 Second
Flash Compensation -3 EV to +1 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
Dedicated Flash System iTTL
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe
AV Recording
Video Recording Yes, NTSC/PAL
Video Format 1920 x 1080p at 24/25/30/50/60 fps (MOV)
1280 x 720p at 50/60 fps (MOV)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Focus: Auto, Manual, Continuous Auto
Max Video Clip Length 1920 x 1080: 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds
Audio Recording Built-In Mic: With Video (Mono)
Performance
Self Timer 2 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 20 Seconds
Connectivity HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 Micro-B
Power
Battery 1 x EN-EL14A Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1230 mAh
AC Power Adapter EH-5c (Optional)
Operating/Storage Temperature Operating
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Physical
Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.9 x 3.8 x 2.7" / 124.0 x 97.0 x 69.5 mm
Weight 12.88 oz / 365 g
Kit Lens
Focal Length 18 - 55mm
Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 27 - 82.5 mm
Aperture Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6
Minimum: f/22 - 38
Angle of View 76° - 28° 50'
Minimum Focus Distance 9.84" / 25 cm
Magnification 0.38x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:2.63
Optical Design 12 Elements in 9 Groups
Diaphragm Blades 7, Rounded
Autofocus Yes
Image Stabilization Yes
Filter Thread Front: 55 mm
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 2.54 x 2.46" / 64.5 x 62.5 mm
Weight 7.23 oz / 205 g
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