Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7500

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.

Nikon D3500 were released 2018 and Nikon D7500 was released 2017. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Nikon D3500 2018
Nikon D7500 2017

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Nikon DX") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Nikon D3500 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D7500 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)

Resolution

Nikon D3500 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7500 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Nikon D3500 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D7500 21 MP
20668416 pixels
5568 x 3712

Nikon D3500 has a 16 % larger resolution than Nikon D7500. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Nikon D7500 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3500. Nikon D7500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D3500 has 100 to 25600.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon D3500 100-25600
Nikon D7500 100-51200

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Nikon D7500 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3500 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3500 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3500
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7500

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D3500 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7500 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon D3500 5
Nikon D7500 8

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7500 can shoot movies.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Nikon D7500 weighs 640 gr (equal to 1.41 lb) which is 75% heavier than Nikon D3500 and its 365 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon D3500 365 gr
0.8 lb
Nikon D7500 640 gr
1.41 lb

Nikon D3500 vs Nikon D7500 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D3500 and Nikon D7500, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Name Nikon D3500 Nikon D7500
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Release Year 2018 2017
Release Date 2018-08-30 2017-04-12
MSRP 499 USD 1299 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 5568 x 3712 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 21 MP
Image Processor EXPEED 4 EXPEED 5
Image
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
ISO Range 100 - 25600 100 - 51200
White Balance Presets 12 12
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No Yes
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Autofocus Motor No Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 11 51
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Articulated LCD Fixed Tilting
Screen size 3” 3,2”
Screen dots 921000 922000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.85× (0.57× 35mm equiv.) 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Frames per second 5 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Highlight Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No Yes
Wireless Yes
Built-in, SnapBridge (Bluetooth only)
Yes
Built-in, Wi-Fi with low energy Bluetooth
Remote Control Yes (via Smartphone) Yes (Wired, wireless, smartphone)
GPS No Yes
Optional with GP-1A
Body & Dimensions
Nikon D3500
Nikon D7500
Enviromentally sealed No Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
EN-EL15a lithium-ion rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 1550 shots 950 shots
Width 124 mm 136 mm
Height 97 mm 104 mm
Depth 70 mm 73 mm
Weight 365 gram 640 gram