Nikon D3500 vs Sony A7c

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon D3500 vs Sony A7c, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D3500 (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is pretty well matched but the D3500 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D3500 was revealed 24 months earlier than the A7c which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D3500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the D3500 grades against the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3500 and Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D3500 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D3500 offers external measurements of 124mm x 97mm x 70mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 365 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D3500 compared to the A7c.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3500 and A7c is 72 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D3500 and A7c.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The D3500 has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more aged D3500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.