Nikon D3500 Kit

24 Mpx, APS-C / DX
Currently out of stock

Product details

Capturing perfect images is only half the fun. With the D3500, you can record high-quality Full HD movies with great detail and frame rates of up to 60p. Thanks to the camera's wide ISO sensitivity range, you can film even in cloudy skies and at night. The robust metal bayonet, crafted with the utmost precision, allows you to change your lenses repeatedly without worrying about wear and tear. Once you've experienced the beauty of the various NIKKOR lenses—from telephoto zooms to wide-angle primes—you'll want more. The deep grip of the D3500 provides your hand with perfect support. This camera feels great in your hand right away and offers stability when framing your shots. The generous button layout makes operation easy. With its large battery capacity, users can shoot from dawn until dusk. And beyond.

Key specifications

Continuous shooting mode
5 FPS
Camera type
Single-lens reflex camera
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Image sensor format
APS-C / DX
Memory card type
SD
Item number
16494299

General information

Manufacturer
Nikon
Category
Cameras
Manufacturer no.
VBA550K004
Release date
25/8/2021

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Application range

Scene mode
LandscapePortrait

Camera properties

Camera type
Single-lens reflex camera
Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Flash equipment
Flash integrated
White balance
CloudyFlashFluorescentGlowingumbra
Exposure type
Aperture priority AEAperture priority AE
Exposure compensation
± 5EV in 1/3 steps
Bayonet lens mount
Nikon F
Closure type
Electric
Self-timer delay
10 s2 s20 s5 s
Flash modes
AutoFill-inFlash offFlash OffRed-eye reductionSecond curtain synchroSlow synchronisation

Sensor properties

Image sensor resolution
24 Mpx
Image resolution
6000 x 4000 pixels
Image sensor type
CMOS
Image sensor format
APS-C / DX
Min. ISO sensitivity
100
Max. ISO Sensitivity
25600

Display properties

Display size (inches)
2.95"
Screen technology
LCD
Resolution
921000 Pixels

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
Optical

Focusing

Focus type
Autofocus
Autofocus type
Phase-based
Autofocus areas
11 x

Performance

Shutter speed
30 - 1/4000 s
Min. shutter speed
30 s
Max. Shutter speed
1/4000 s
Continuous shooting mode
5 FPS

Video

Max. Video resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
Max. video resolution standard
Full HD

Data storage properties

Memory card type
SD
Number of storage compartments
1

Media formats

Image file formats
JPEGRAW
Video file formats
mov

Durability

Waterproof
0 m

Connections

Connections
Bluetooth

Power supply

Power supply
Rechargeable battery operated
Battery type
Li-ion

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Carrying strap AN-DC3, Eyepiece cap DK-25, Body cap BF-1B, Lithium-ion battery EN-EL14a (with battery protection cap), Battery charger MH-24

Product dimensions

Width
70 mm
Length
124 mm
Height
97 mm
Weight
415 g

Package dimensions

Length
36.30 cm
Width
19.20 cm
Height
17 cm
Weight
1.85 kg

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Sony
    1 %
  • 2.Nikon
    1.1 %
  • 3.Canon
    1.2 %
  • 4.Fujifilm
    1.7 %
  • 5.RICOH
    1.8 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Kodak
    4 days
  • 4.Sony
    8 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Panasonic
    12 days
  • 7.Olympus
    13 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Cameras» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 7.Fujifilm
    5.1 %
  • 7.Sony
    5.1 %
  • 9.Nikon
    5.5 %
  • 10.Easypix
    6 %
  • 10.Panasonic
    6 %

Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingGood73/100
Good75/100
Foto Magazin Logo
Foto MagazinSingle testReleaseDecember 2020

For relatively little money, Nikon's entry-level D3500 offers a lot: a very good sensor, high speed, many smart functions, a very long battery life and a large display. Nikon's SnapBridge technology is ideal for permanently pairing smartphone and camera. However, if you want a flip-up display with touch function or special flash modes, you have to look a class higher.

Good74/100
Audio Video Foto Bild Logo
Rank 8 out of 8Audio Video Foto BildDie Besten der BestenReleaseJune 2020
  • PositiveVery simple operation
  • PositiveHigh image quality
  • NegativeSmall sensor
  • NegativeNo 4K video

The small and lightweight SLR camera is just right for beginners: those who don't want to bother with the camera settings can simply set the full automatic mode or let themselves be guided by the guide mode. The autofocus is much faster than in the previous models and is therefore perfect for snapshots. Less great is the small viewfinder.

Good70/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJuly 2019
  • PositiveSolid picture quality
  • PositiveSufficiently high speed for continuous shooting and autofocus
  • PositiveCompact and handy housing
  • PositiveUnderstandable guide mode
  • PositiveLong battery life
  • NegativeNeither touchscreen nor UHD video
Good74/100
Computer Bild Logo
Rank 8 out of 8Computer BildSpezial Kameras - 8 System- und Spiegelreflexkameras unter 1000 EuroReleaseJuly 2019
  • PositiveVery simple operation
  • PositiveHigh image quality
  • NegativeSlow for series
  • NegativeNo 4K videos

If you are on a tight budget, you have to choose: get every motif with the Sony Cybershot HX350 (300 euros) or take really good photos with the Nikon D3500 (340 euros). If you want to spend more but take less with you, go for the Sony Cybershot RX100 VI (1140 euros), a mini camera with maxi quality...