Sony a3000 vs Sony a3500
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a3000 and Sony a3500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
Sony a3000 were released 2013 and Sony a3500 was released 2014. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a3000 | 2013 |
Sony a3500 | 2014 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Sony APS-C") 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 ** |
Sony a3000 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a3500 | 75 mm Sony APS-C 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 (Sony)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Sony a3000 has a 20 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a3500 has 20 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a3000 |
20 MP
19816192 pixels 5456 x 3632 |
Sony a3500 |
20 MP
19816192 pixels 5456 x 3632 |
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 16000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a3000 | 100-16000 |
Sony a3500 | 100-16000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a3000
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a3500
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a3000 can shoot up to 2,5 pictures per seconds and Sony a3500 can shoot up to 3,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a3000 | 2,5 |
Sony a3500 | 3,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony a3000 and Sony a3500 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.
These two cameras weigh exactly the same so there is no difference there. Please see the details below.
Camera | Weight |
Sony a3000 | 411 gr 0.91 lb |
Sony a3500 | 411 gr 0.91 lb |
Sony a3000 vs Sony a3500 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a3000 and Sony a3500, 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 |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Name | Sony a3000 | Sony a3500 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2013-08-27 | 2014-03-21 |
MSRP | 399 USD | 399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5456 x 3632 pixels | 5456 x 3632 pixels |
Megapixels | 20 MP | 20 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz | Bionz |
Image |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
ISO Range | 100 - 16000 | 100 - 16000 |
White Balance Presets | 9 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Optical Steady Shot) |
Yes (Optical) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 25 | 25 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (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 |
APS-C Sensor (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 |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230400 | 230400 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× (0.47× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× (0.47× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Frames per second | 2,5 fps | 3,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 6 meters | 6 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 AVCHD |
H.264 AVCHD |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
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Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control |
Yes (via optional RM-VPR1)
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Yes (via optional RM-VPR1)
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GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a3000 |
Sony a3500 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50
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NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and USB charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 470 shots | 480 shots |
Width | 128 mm | 128 mm |
Height | 91 mm | 91 mm |
Depth | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 411 gram | 411 gram |