Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500
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Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 449g - 122 x 93 x 70mm
- Announced April 2019
- Alternate Name is EOS 250D / EOS Kiss X10
- Succeeded the Canon SL2
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 365g - 124 x 97 x 70mm
- Released August 2018
- Replaced the Nikon D3400
Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SL3 (24MP) and the D3500 (24MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SL3 was unveiled 8 months after the D3500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SL3 grades against the D3500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 & Nikon D3500. The full galleries are provided at Canon SL3 Gallery & Nikon D3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SL3 over the Nikon D3500
SL3 | D3500 | |||
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Released | April 2019 | August 2018 | More modern by 8 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3500 over the Canon SL3
D3500 | SL3 |
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Common features in the Canon SL3 and Nikon D3500
SL3 | D3500 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SL3 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3500 has dimensions of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SL3 vs the D3500.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SL3 and D3500 is 71 and 72 respectively.
Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL3 and D3500.
All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SL3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SL3 vs Nikon D3500 Specifications
Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | Nikon D3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS Rebel SL3 | Nikon D3500 |
Alternative name | EOS 250D / EOS Kiss X10 | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2019-04-10 | 2018-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 8 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.54x | 0.56x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 449 grams (0.99 lbs) | 365 grams (0.80 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1070 photographs | 1550 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | EN-EL14a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $599 | $397 |