Canon 80D vs Nikon D3500

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon 80D and Nikon D3500, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 80D (24MP) and the D3500 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 80D was released 3 years prior to the D3500 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon 80D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D3500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 80D matches up vs the D3500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 80D and Nikon D3500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 80D Gallery and Nikon D3500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 80D features external dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Nikon D3500 has measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs).

Look at the Canon 80D and Nikon D3500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 80D compared to the D3500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 80D and D3500 is 59 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 80D and D3500.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older 80D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.