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What is the Sensor Size of Nikon D3500
Nikon D3500
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Nikon D3500 has a APS-C sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and sensor area of 366.60mm2.

It is 25% smaller than the average DSLR sensor in its class. In cases where all the other parameters are the same between two cameras, the one with the larger sensor collects more light per pixel and performs better (less noise) in low light / High ISO conditions). Larger sensors also give the photographer more control on the depth of field.

Read our detailed Nikon D3500 Review

Entry-Level DSLR cameras with Largest Sensor

In the bar chart below, you can find the Entry-Level DSLR cameras with the Largest Sensor.

Now lets have a look at the Nikon D3500 competitors in more detail.
Follow the comparison links for a detailed one-on-one comparison of these cameras with the D3500.


Pentax K-70

Compare D3500 vs K-70

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Pentax KAF2 Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #107
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #26

Pentax K-70
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Nikon D3400

Compare D3500 vs D3400

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #267
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #86

Nikon D3400
Imaging
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Nikon D5600

Compare D3500 vs D5600

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #145
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #40

Nikon D5600
Imaging
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Value for Money
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Nikon D3300

Compare D3500 vs D3300

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #250
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #77

Nikon D3300
Imaging
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Nikon D5300

Compare D3500 vs D5300

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #175
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #47

Nikon D5300
Imaging
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Nikon D3500

Compare D3500 vs D3500

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #272
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #90

Nikon D3500
Imaging
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Value for Money
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Nikon D5500

Compare D3500 vs D5500

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Nikon F Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #144
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #34

Nikon D5500
Imaging
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Value for Money
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Pentax K-S2

Compare D3500 vs K-S2

20 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Pentax KAF2 Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #101
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #25

Pentax K-S2
Imaging
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Value for Money
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Sony A68

Compare D3500 vs A68

24 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #187
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #56

Sony SLT-A68
Imaging
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Value for Money
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Canon T6

Compare D3500 vs T6

18 MP | APS-C CMOS Sensor
Canon EF/EF-S Mount

Rank in All Cameras: #330
Rank in DSLR Cameras: #101

Canon EOS T6
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Other Frequently Asked Questions about Nikon D3500
Does the Nikon D3500 have Image Stabilization?
Does the Nikon D3500 have RAW support?
Does the Nikon D3500 have Weather Sealing?
Does the Nikon D3500 have built-in GPS?
What is the Max ISO of Nikon D3500?
What is the Sensor Size of Nikon D3500?
is the Nikon D3500 a Full Frame (FF) camera?
Does the Nikon D3500 have Touch Screen?
Does the Nikon D3500 have built-in Wireless?
What is the Max Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) of Nikon D3500?
What is the Weight of Nikon D3500?
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