Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200
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Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced August 2018
- Superseded the Nikon D3400
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
- Announced March 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon D7100
- Replacement is Nikon D7500

Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7200, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the D3500 (24MP) and the D7200 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The D3500 was unveiled 3 years after the D7200 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D3500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D7200 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the D3500 scores vs the D7200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3500 & Nikon D7200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D3500 Gallery & Nikon D7200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3500 over the Nikon D7200
D3500 | D7200 | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | ![]() | March 2015 | Newer by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D7200 over the Nikon D3500
D7200 | D3500 | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7200
D3500 | D7200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3500 features external measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Nikon D7200 has measurements of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7200 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D3500 vs the D7200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D3500 and D7200 is 72 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D3500 and D7200.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger D3500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7200 Specifications
Nikon D3500 | Nikon D7200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D3500 | Nikon D7200 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2018-08-29 | 2015-03-02 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | 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 | Auto, auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 365 gr (0.80 lb) | 765 gr (1.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 97 x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1550 images | 1110 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14a | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (two slots) |
Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Launch price | $397 | $1,100 |