About this model
The Nikon D3500 is a compact, easy-to-use DSLR aimed at beginners and anyone stepping up from a phone or compact camera. Its 24.2-megapixel DX-format (APS-C) sensor captures detailed images, and the camera's Guide Mode explains settings on screen as you shoot. It records Full HD 1080p video and offers a 5 frames-per-second burst for everyday action. This kit includes the AF-P DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G non-VR lens – a light, collapsible standard zoom covering wide-angle to short portrait lengths. The D3500 uses Nikon's F mount, giving access to a huge range of lenses, and its EN-EL14a battery is rated for around 1,550 shots per charge.
Key specs
| Type | DSLR (Nikon DX / APS-C) |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 24.2MP CMOS, 23.5 × 15.6mm |
| Processor | EXPEED 4 |
| ISO | 100–25600 |
| Continuous shooting | 5 frames per second |
| Autofocus | 11-point AF system |
| Video | Full HD 1080p (up to 60fps) |
| Screen | 3-inch 921k-dot LCD |
| Kit lens | AF-P DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G (non-VR) |
| Battery | Nikon EN-EL14a |
Compatibility
Nikon F lens mount. AF-P and AF-S lenses autofocus fully; older AF and AF-D lenses fit but focus manually (the D3500 has no built-in focus motor). Uses Nikon EN-EL14a batteries and SD, SDHC or SDXC memory cards.
Questions about this model
Is the Nikon D3500 good for beginners?
Yes. Its Guide Mode explains settings on screen, and the controls are simple and well laid out for learning.
Does the 18-55mm non-VR lens have image stabilisation?
No. This kit includes the AF-P 18-55mm non-VR version, which does not have Vibration Reduction.
Can the D3500 record video?
Yes, it records Full HD 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second.
