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DIGITAL CAMERA Reference Manual • Read this manual thoroughly before using the camera. • To ensure proper use of the camera, be sure to read "For Your Safety" (page x). • After reading this manual, keep it in a readily accessible En place for future reference. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 2
website below. http://onlinemanual.nikonimglib.com/d3500/en/ The User's Manual The User's Manual supplied with the camera contains information taken from the Reference Manual describing basic shooting and playback as well as selected camera features. A The Nikon Download Center In addition to the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 3
pages in this manual. Menu items, options, and messages displayed in the camera monitor are shown in bold. Camera Settings The explanations in this manual assume that default settings are used. A For Your Safety Before using the camera for the first time, read the safety instructions in "For Your - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 4
For Your Safety x Notices xiv Bluetooth xix Introduction 1 Getting to Know the Camera 1 The Camera Body 1 The Viewfinder 4 The Mode Dial 5 The R (Info) Button 6 The P Button 11 First Steps 12 Attach the Camera Strap 12 Charge the Battery 12 Insert the Battery and a Memory Card 13 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 5
Vivid 45 T Pop 45 U Photo Illustration 46 ' Toy Camera Effect 46 ( Miniature Effect 46 3 Selective Color 47 1 Silhouette 47 2 High Key 47 3 Low Key 48 Options Available in Live View 49 More on Photography 55 Choosing a Release Mode 55 Continuous Shooting (Burst Mode 56 Quiet Shutter - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 6
Quality 77 Image Size 79 Using the Built-in Flash 80 Auto Pop-up Modes 80 Manual Pop-up Modes 82 ISO Sensitivity 86 P, S, A, and M Modes 88 Shutter Speed Priority Auto 91 Mode A (Aperture-Priority Auto 93 Mode M (Manual 95 Long Time-Exposures (M Mode Only 97 Exposure 100 Metering 100 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 7
Recording and Viewing Movies 127 Recording Movies 127 The P Button 130 Movie Settings 131 Viewing Movies 133 Editing Movies 135 Trimming Movies 135 Saving Selected Frames 139 More on Playback 141 Viewing Images 141 Full-Frame Playback 141 Playback Modes 141 The P Button 143 Photo - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 8
Time 184 Printing Multiple Pictures 185 Viewing Pictures on TV 186 Camera Menus 188 D The Playback Menu: Managing Images 188 Playback Menu Options 188 Playback Folder 189 Playback Display Options 189 Image Review 190 Auto Image Rotation 190 Rotate Tall 191 C The Shooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 9
215 Buttons 216 Rangefinder 217 Manual Focus Ring in AF Mode 218 File Number Sequence 219 Storage Folder 220 File Naming 222 Location Data 222 Airplane Mode 223 Send to Smart Device (Auto 223 Bluetooth 223 Eye-Fi Upload 224 Conformity Marking 225 Slot Empty Release Lock 226 Reset All - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 10
Effect 245 Selective Color 246 Painting 248 Side-by-side Comparison 249 m Recent Settings 251 Troubleshooting 252 Problems and Solutions 253 Battery/Display 253 Shooting (All Modes 254 Shooting (P, S, A, M 258 Playback 259 Bluetooth 260 Miscellaneous 260 Error Messages 261 viii - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 11
Other Accessories 281 Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter 285 Caring for the Camera 287 Storage 287 Cleaning 287 Image Sensor Cleaning 288 Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions 291 Available Settings 296 Specifications 297 Memory Card Capacity 308 Battery Life 309 Kit Lenses - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 12
Safety" in its entirety before using this product. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this product will read them. DANGER: the product producing smoke, heat, or unusual odors, immediately disconnect the battery or power source. Continued operation could result in fire, burns or - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 13
sun or other bright light source through the lens or camera. Failure to observe this precaution could result in visual impairment accidents. • Do not use batteries, chargers, or AC adapters not specifically designated for use with this product. When using batteries, chargers, and AC adapters - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 14
fire or product malfunction. • Do not transport cameras or lenses with tripods or similar accessories attached. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury or product malfunction. DANGER (Batteries) • Do not mishandle batteries. Failure to observe the following precautions could result - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 15
needed, insulate the terminals with tape. Overheating, rupture, or fire may result should metal objects come into contact with the terminals. • If battery liquid comes into contact with a person's skin or clothing, immediately rinse the affected area with plenty of clean water. Failure to observe - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 16
). described in these manuals at any time and without prior notice. Notice for Customers in Canada CAN ICES-3 B / NMB-3 B Notices for Customers in Europe CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. This symbol - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 17
Battery Charger IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER-TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS installed and used in accordance expressly approved by Nikon with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 18
of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera, or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied • Cautions on certain copies and or reproduced - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 19
replace any pictures selected for preset manual white balance. Before discarding the camera or transferring ownership to another person, Nikon electronic accessories could damage the camera and may void your Nikon warranty. The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 20
requirements. THE USE OF NON-NIKON ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. A Before Taking Important Pictures ://www.europe-nikon.com/support/ • For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/ Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 21
Bluetooth may be prohibited in some countries or regions. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative before using the wireless features of this product outside the if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 22
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is internet address: http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_N1718.pdf. Notice for Customers in Singapore Trade Name: Model: D3500 This device complies with radio - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 23
Security Although one of the benefits of this product is that it allows others to freely connect for the wireless exchange of data anywhere within its range, the following may occur if security is not enabled: • Data theft: Malicious third-parties may intercept wireless transmissions to steal user - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 24
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this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. The Camera Body 4 56 3 2 1 14 13 15 12 7 8 9 10 11 1 Power switch 18 9 Mounting mark 15 2 Shutter-release button 30 10 Lens release button 16 3 E/N button 95, 104, 106 11 Mirror 288 4 Movie-record button 127 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 26
24 23 22 25 21 20 26 16 17 18 19 16 Accessory shoe (for optional flash 22 Eyelets for camera strap 12 units 276, 281 23 Speaker 17 Command dial 24 Focal plane mark (E 76 18 A/L button .....72, 102, 156, 216 25 USB connector 180, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 27
34 35 36 45 37 46 43 39 38 42 41 40 27 Rubber eyecup (comes attached to 38 Battery-chamber cover latch camera 61 13, 14 28 Viewfinder eyepiece.......... 4, 20, 61 39 Battery-chamber cover .........13, 14 29 Diopter adjustment control ....... 20 40 O button 35, 161 30 K button 34, 141 41 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 28
90 5 Aperture (f-number)....... 88, 93, 95 12 Exposure indicator 96 6 Special effects mode indicator...44 Exposure compensation display 104 7 Low battery warning 25 Electronic rangefinder 217 8 Number of exposures remaining 25 Number of shots remaining before memory buffer fills 57 White - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 29
The Mode Dial The camera offers a choice of the following shooting modes and g mode: 1 P, S, A, and M modes: P-Programmed auto.......... 89 S-Shutter-priority auto...... 91 A-Aperture-priority auto 93 M-Manual 95 2 Special Effects Modes 44 3 Scene Modes k Portrait 42 m Sports 43 n Close up 43 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 30
224 3 Bluetooth connection indicator 223 Airplane mode 223 4 Vignette control indicator ........ 197 5 Date stamp indicator 204 6 Vibration reduction indicator 17, 200 7 Flash control indicator 199 Flash compensation indicator for optional flash units 279 8 Release - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 31
18 Exposure indicator 96 Focus point 69 Exposure compensation indicator 14 Battery indicator 25 104 15 ISO sensitivity 86, 194 19 Help information from the monitor, press the R button or press the shutter-release button halfway. The monitor will turn off automatically if no operations are - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 32
❚❚ Live View and Movie Mode To start live view, rotate the live view switch during viewfinder photography (0 26). You can then press the R button to cycle through display options as shown below. R button Show photo indicators Show movie indicators (0 127, 130) * Framing grid* Hide indicators* - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 33
Live View Display Item Description q Shooting mode The mode currently selected with the mode dial (0 26, 42, 44, 88). w Manual movie Displayed when On is selected for Manual movie settings indicator settings in mode M (0 131). The amount of time remaining before live view e Time remaining ends - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 34
Item Description !0 Time remaining (movie mode) !1 "No movie" icon !2 Focus point !3 Exposure indicator The recording time remaining in movie mode (0 128). Indicates that movies cannot be recorded. The current focus point. The display varies with the option selected for AF-area mode (0 67). - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 35
The P Button To change the settings at the bottom of the information display, press the P button, then highlight items using the multi selector and press J to view options for the highlighted item. You can also change settings by pressing the P button during live view. • Image quality (0 77) • Image - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 36
strap securely to the two camera eyelets. Charge the Battery If a plug adapter is supplied, raise the wall plug and connect the plug adapter as shown below at left, making sure the plug is fully inserted. Insert the battery and plug the charger in. An exhausted battery will fully charge in about - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 37
, confirm that power switch is in the OFF position. Insert the battery as shown, using the battery to keep the orange battery latch pressed to one side. The latch locks the battery in place when the battery is fully inserted. Battery latch Holding the memory card in the orientation shown, slide it - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 38
and Memory Cards Removing the Battery To remove the battery, turn the camera off and open the battery-chamber cover. Press the battery latch in the direction shown by the arrow to release the battery and then remove the battery by hand. Removing Memory Cards After confirming that the memory card - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 39
the lens or body cap is removed. The lens generally used in this manual for illustrative purposes is an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR. Remove the camera body cap Remove the rear lens cap Mounting mark (camera) Align the mounting marks Mounting mark (lens) Rotate the lens as shown until - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 40
, rotate the zoom ring until the message is no longer displayed. A Detaching the Lens Be sure the camera is off when removing or exchanging lenses. To remove the lens, press and hold the lens release button (q) while turning the lens clockwise (w). After removing the lens, replace the lens caps and - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 41
selecting On for Optical VR in the shooting menu (0 200), if the lens supports this option, or by sliding the lens vibration reduction switch to ON, if vibration reduction is on. A Retracting Lenses with Retractable Lens Barrel Buttons To retract the lens when the camera is not in use, hold the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 42
the first time after purchase, a languageselection dialog will be displayed. The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased. Use the multi selector and J button to navigate the menus. Press 1 and 3 to highlight a language and press J to select - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 43
be adjusted at any time using the Time zone and date > Date and time option in the setup menu. A The Clock Battery The camera clock is powered by an independent, rechargeable power source, which is charged as necessary when the main battery is installed. Three days of charging will power the clock - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 44
to the viewfinder, be careful not to put your fingers or fingernails in your eye. Focus points Viewfinder not in focus Viewfinder in focus The camera is now ready for use. Proceed to ""Point-and-Shoot" Modes (i and j)"(0 26) for information on taking photographs. 20 First Steps - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 45
Menus: An Overview Most shooting, playback, and setup options can be accessed from the camera menus. To view the menus, press the G button. G button Tabs Choose from the following menus: • D: Playback (0 188) • C: Shooting (0 192) • B: Setup (0 201) • N: Retouch (0 227) • m: Recent settings - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 46
Menus The multi selector and J button are used to navigate the camera menus. 1: Move cursor up J button: select highlighted item 4: Cancel and return to previous menu 2: Select highlighted item or display sub-menu 3: Move cursor down A The d ( - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 47
❚❚ Navigating the Menus Follow the steps below to navigate the menus. 1 Display the menus. Press the G button to display the menus. 2 Highlight the icon for the current menu. Press 4 to highlight the icon for the current menu. G button 3 Select a menu. Press 1 or 3 to select the desired menu. 4 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 48
J, there are some cases in which selection can only be made by pressing J. • To exit the menus and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway (0 30). 24 Tutorial - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 49
Level and Number of Exposures Remaining Press the R button and check the battery level and number of exposures remaining in the information display. Battery level R button Number of exposures remaining Battery Level If the battery is low, a warning will also be displayed in the viewfinder. If the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 50
how to take photographs in i and j modes. i and j are automatic "point-and-shoot" modes in which the majority of settings are controlled by the camera in response to shooting conditions; the only difference between the two is that the flash will not fire in j mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to i - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 51
right hand and cradle the lens with your left. A Framing Photographs in Portrait (Tall) Orientation When framing photographs in portrait (tall) orientation, hold the camera as shown below. Framing photographs in the viewfinder Framing photographs in the monitor Basic Photography and Playback 27 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 52
the main subject in at least one of the 11 focus points. Live view: At default settings, the camera automatically detects faces and selects the focus point. If no face is detected, the camera will focus on subjects near the center of the frame. Focus point Focus point A Using a Zoom Lens Before - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 53
button halfway. Viewfinder photography: Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus (if the subject flashes) Description Subject in focus. Camera unable to focus using autofocus (0 65). Live view: The focus point flashes green while the camera focuses. If the camera is able to focus, the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 54
the live view switch to exit live view. A The Shutter-Release Button The camera has a two-stage shutter-release button. The camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. To take the photograph, press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. Focus: press halfway - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 55
i or j mode, the camera will automatically analyze the subject and select the appropriate shooting mode when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway to for about eight seconds, reducing the drain on the battery. Press the shutter-release button halfway to reactivate the display. The length of - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 56
the flash-ready indicator (M) is displayed. If the flash-ready indicator is not displayed, the flash is charging; remove your finger briefly from the shutter-release button and try again. When the flash is not in use, return it to its closed position by pressing it gently downward till the latch - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 57
, distortion may occur with moving subjects, particularly if the camera is panned horizontally or an object moves horizontally at high speed A HDMI When the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the video device will display the view through the lens. If the device supports HDMI-CEC, select Off - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 58
the monitor. 2 View additional pictures. Additional pictures can be displayed by pressing 4 or 2. K button To end playback and return to shooting mode, press the shutter-release button halfway. 34 Basic Photography and Playback - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 59
Deleting Unwanted Photographs To delete the photograph currently displayed in the monitor, press the O button. Note that photographs cannot be recovered once deleted. 1 Display the photograph. Display the photograph you wish to delete. 2 Delete the photograph. Press the O button. A confirmation - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 60
g. Battery indicator (0 25) Number of exposures remaining (0 25) Shooting mode: A guide mode indicator appears on the shooting mode icon. Choose from the following items: Shoot: Take pictures. View/delete: View and/or delete pictures. Retouch: Retouch pictures. Set up: Change camera settings - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 61
Guide Mode Menus To access these menus, highlight Shoot, View/delete, Retouch, or Set up and press J. ❚❚ Shoot Easy operation 4 bright (high key) or dark (low key) photos. * Affects other Advanced operation items. To restore default settings, turn the camera off and then on again. Guide Mode 37 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 62
View/Delete View single photos View multiple photos Choose a date If More settings is displayed, you can highlight this Flash settings > Flash compensation • Release mode • ISO sensitivity settings > ISO balance View a slide show Delete photos A Guide Mode Guide mode is reset to Easy operation > - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 63
Selective color ❚❚ Set Up Image quality Image size Auto off timers Date stamp Display and sound settings Monitor brightness Info background color Auto connection, Eye-Fi upload, and Slot empty release lock, changes to settings apply in guide mode only and are not reflected in other shooting modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 64
Press G to turn the monitor on or return to the top level of the guide. Turn monitor on Highlight a menu Press 1, 3, 4, or 2 to highlight a menu. Press 1 or 3 to highlight options in the menus. from displays like that shown below, highlight & and press J. Return to previous display 40 Guide Mode - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 65
To Description If a d icon is displayed at the bottom left corner of the monitor, help can be displayed by pressing the W (Q) button. Press 1 or 3 to scroll through the display, or press W (Q) again to exit. View help d (help) icon Guide Mode 41 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 66
Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) The camera offers a choice of "scene" modes. Choosing a scene mode automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene, making creative photography as simple as selecting a mode, framing a - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 67
for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light. A Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. Matching Settings to the Subject or Situation (Scene Mode) 43 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 68
rotating the command dial until the desired option appears in the monitor. Mode dial Command dial Monitor % Night Vision S Super Vivid T Pop U Photo Illustration ' Toy Camera Effect ( Miniature Effect 3 Selective Color 1 Silhouette 2 High Key 3 Low Key 44 Special Effects - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 69
Use under conditions of darkness to record monochrome images at high ISO sensitivities. A Note Autofocus is available in live view only; manual focus can be used if the camera is unable to focus. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off. S Super Vivid Overall saturation and contrast - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 70
). A Note Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills. ' Toy Camera Effect Create photos and movies that appear to have been shot with a toy camera. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 50). ( Miniature Effect Create photos that appear to be pictures of - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 71
3 Selective Color All colors other than the selected colors are recorded in black and white. The effect can be adjusted in live view (0 53). A Note The built-in flash turns off. 1 Silhouette Silhouette subjects against bright backgrounds. A Note - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 72
Note The built-in flash turns off. A Preventing Blur Use a tripod to prevent blur caused by camera shake at slow shutter speeds. A NEF (RAW) NEF (RAW) recording is not available in with the frame rate for continuous release mode; using autofocus during live view photography will disrupt the preview - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 73
Options Available in Live View Settings for the selected effect are adjusted in the live view display. ❚❚ U Photo Illustration 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. 2 Adjust outline thickness. Press J to display options. Press 4 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 74
❚❚ ' Toy Camera Effect 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Adjust options. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 75
❚❚ ( Miniature Effect 1 Select live view. Rotate the live view switch. The view through the lens will be displayed in the monitor. Live view switch 2 Position the focus point. Use the multi selector to position the focus point in the area that will be in focus and then press the shutterrelease - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 76
4 Adjust options. Press 4 or 2 to choose the orientation of the area that will be in focus and press 1 or 3 to adjust its width. 5 Press J. Press J to exit when settings are complete. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch. 52 Special Effects - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 77
in the center of the display and press 1 to choose the color of the object as one that will remain in the final image (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the center of the display for more precise color selection, press - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 78
J to exit when settings are complete. During shooting, only objects of the selected hues will be recorded in color; all others will be recorded in black-and-white. To exit live view, rotate the live view switch. 54 Special Effects - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 79
takes one photograph each time shutterrelease button is pressed. I Continuous: The camera takes photographs while the shutterrelease button is pressed (0 56). J Quiet shutter release: As for single-frame, except that camera noise is reduced (0 58). E Self-timer: Take pictures with the self - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 80
all the way down. 1 Press the I (E) button. 2 Choose I (Continuous). Highlight I (Continuous) and press J. I (E) button 3 Focus. Frame the shot and focus. 4 Take photographs. The camera will take photographs while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. 56 More on Photography - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 81
A The Memory Buffer The camera is equipped with a memory buffer for temporary storage, the number of shots that can be taken in a single burst). If the battery is exhausted while images remain in the buffer, the shutter release will be disabled and the images transferred to the memory card. A Frame - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 82
Choose this mode to keep camera noise to a minimum. A beep does not sound when the camera focuses. 1 Press the I (E) button. 2 Select J (Quiet shutter release). Highlight J (Quiet shutter release) and press J. I (E) button 3 Take photographs. Press the shutter-release button all the way down - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 83
-Timer Mode The self-timer can be used for self-portraits or group shots that include the photographer. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod or place it on a stable, level surface. 1 Press the I (E) button. 2 Select E (Self-timer) mode. Highlight E (Self-timer) and press J. I (E) button - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 84
4 Take the photograph. Press the shutter-release button halfway to focus, and then press the button the rest more rapid. The shutter will be released ten seconds after the timer starts. Note that the timer may not start or a photograph may not be taken if the camera is unable to focus or in other - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 85
the rubber eyecup (q) and insert the cap as shown (w). Hold the camera firmly when removing the rubber eyecup. Rubber eyecup Eyepiece cap A Using taking a photograph with the flash in modes that require the flash to be raised manually, press the M (Y) button to raise the flash and wait for the M - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 86
. Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus. For moving subjects. Camera focuses AF-C Continuousservo AF continuously while shutter-release button is pressed halfway. Shutter can only be released if camera is able to focus. MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 74). Note that AF - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 87
button is pressed halfway. For moving subjects. Camera focuses AF-F Full-timeservo AF continuously until shutter-release button is pressed. Focus locks when shutter-release button is pressed halfway. MF Manual focus Focus manually (0 74). Note that AF-F is not available in U, ', and ( modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 88
track focus while attempting to predict where the subject will be when the shutter is released. D Continuous-Servo Autofocus In AF-C mode or when continuous-servo autofocus is selected in AF-A mode, the camera gives higher priority to focus response (has a wider focus range) than in AF-S mode, and - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 89
to focus under these conditions, or the in-focus indicator (I) may be displayed and the camera may sound a beep, allowing the shutter to be released even when the subject is not in focus. In these cases, focus manually (0 74) or use focus lock (0 72) to focus on another subject at the same distance - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 90
A The AF-Assist Illuminator If the subject is poorly lit, the AF-assist illuminator will light automatically to assist the autofocus operation when the shutterrelease button is pressed halfway (some restrictions apply; 0 255). Note that the illuminator may become hot when used multiple times in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 91
Single-point AF For stationary subjects. Focus point is selected manually; camera focuses on subject in selected focus point only. For non- when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, the colors in the area surrounding the focus point are stored in the camera. Consequently 3D-tracking - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 92
the following AF-area modes can be selected in live view: Option 6 Facepriority AF 7 Wide-area AF Description Use for portraits. The camera automatically detects and focuses on portrait subjects; the selected subject is indicated by a double yellow border (if multiple faces are detected, the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 93
through the frame. To end tracking, press J again. Note that the camera may be unable to track subjects if they move quickly, leave the frame subject-tracking AF is not available in %, U, ', and 3 modes. A Manual Focus-Point Selection The multi selector can be used to select the focus point. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 94
❚❚ Choosing the AF-Area Mode Follow the steps below to choose the AF-area mode. 1 Display AF-area mode options. Press the P button, then highlight the current AF-area mode in the information display and press J. P button Viewfinder photography 2 Choose an AF-area mode. Highlight an option and press - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 95
that in live view, autofocus is slower and the monitor may brighten or darken while the camera focuses. The focus point may sometimes be displayed in green when the camera is unable to focus. The camera may be unable to focus in the following situations: • The subject contains lines parallel to the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 96
that will not be in a focus point in the final composition. If the camera is unable to focus using autofocus (0 65), focus lock can also be used . Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutter-release button halfway to initiate focus. Check that the in-focus indicator (I) - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 97
, even if you later remove your finger from the shutter-release button. Shutter-release button A (L) button AF-S (viewfinder photography) and live taken at the same focus setting. Do not change the distance between the camera and the subject while focus lock is in effect. If the subject moves - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 98
the viewfinder is in focus. Photographs can be taken at any time, even when the image is not in focus. A AF-P Lenses When an AF-P lens (0 266) is used in manual focus mode, the in-focus indicator (I) will flash in the viewfinder (or in live view, the focus point will flash in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 99
focus point, press the shutter-release button halfway and rotate the lens Manual Focus with the Camera If the lens supports M/A (autofocus with manual override) or A/M (autofocus with manual override/AF priority), manual focus can also be selected by setting the camera focus mode to MF (manual - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 100
A Focal Plane Position To determine the distance between your subject and the camera, measure from the focal plane mark (E) on the camera body. The distance between the lens mounting flange and the focal plane is 46.5 mm (1.83 in.). 46.5 mm A Live View Press the X button to - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 101
can either copy the images to a computer and adjust settings using Nikon's ViewNX-i or Capture NX-D software, which can be downloaded free of charge from the Nikon Download Center, or use the NEF (RAW) processing item in the camera retouch menu. NEF (RAW) images are recorded in NEF format (extension - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 102
press J. P button 2 Choose a file type. Highlight an option and press J. A NEF (RAW) Images Selecting NEF (RAW) for Image quality fixes Image size at Large (0 79). Date stamp (0 204) is not available at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) or NEF (RAW)+JPEG fine. 78 More on Photography - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 103
Image Size Image size is measured in pixels. Choose from # Large, $ Medium, or % Small: Image size Size (pixels) Print size (cm/in.) * # Large 6000 × 4000 50.8 × 33.9/20 × 13.3 $ Medium 4496 × 3000 38.1 × 25.4/15.0 × 10 % Small 2992 × 2000 25.3 × 16.9/10 × 6.7 * Approximate size when - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 104
Using the Built-in Flash The built-in flash can be used not only when natural lighting is inadequate but to fill in shadows and backlit subjects or to add a catch light to the subject's eyes. Auto Pop-up Modes In i, k, n, o, S, T, U, and ' modes, the built-in flash automatically pops up and fires as - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 105
following flash modes are available: • No (auto): When lighting is poor or the subject is backlit, the flash pops up automatically when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway and fires as required. Not available in o mode. • Njo (auto + red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash pops up - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 106
Modes In P, S, A, and M modes, the flash must be raised manually. The flash will not fire if it is not raised. 1 Raise the flash. Press the M (Y) button to raise the flash. Note that if an optional - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 107
❚❚ Flash Modes The following flash modes are available: • N (fill flash): The flash fires with every shot. • Nj (red-eye reduction): Use for portraits. The flash fires with every shot, but before it fires, the red-eye reduction lamp lights to help reduce "red-eye." • Njp (slow sync + red-eye): As - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 108
focal lengths of 18 mm to 300 mm; peripheral illumination may drop if the flash is used with lenses with focal lengths under 18 mm. The shutter release may be briefly disabled to protect the flash after it has been used for several consecutive shots. The flash can be used again after - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 109
A Aperture, Sensitivity, and Flash Range Flash range varies with sensitivity (ISO equivalency) and aperture. Aperture at ISO equivalent of Approximate range 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 m ft 1.4 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 1.0-6.0 3ft 4in.-19ft 8in. 2 2.8 4 5.6 8 11 - 0.7-4.2 2ft 4in.-13ft 9in. 2.8 4 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 110
the ISO sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure, allowing higher shutter speeds or smaller apertures. Choosing Auto allows the camera to set ISO sensitivity automatically in response to lighting conditions; to use auto in P, S, A, and M modes, select Auto ISO sensitivity control for - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 111
2 Choose an ISO sensitivity. Highlight an option and press J. More on Photography 87 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 112
. Aperture-priority auto (0 93): Use to blur background or bring A both foreground and background into focus. User chooses aperture; camera selects shutter speed for best results. M Manual (0 95): User controls both shutter speed and aperture. Set shutter speed to "Bulb" or "Time" for long time - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 113
Mode P (Programmed Auto) This mode is recommended Mode dial for snapshots or whenever you want to leave the camera in charge of shutter speed and aperture. The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed and aperture for optimal exposure in most situations. To take pictures in programmed auto mode, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 114
. To restore default shutter speed and aperture settings, rotate the command dial until the indicator is no longer displayed, choose another mode, or turn the camera off. 90 P, S, A, and M Modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 115
speed: choose fast shutter speeds to "freeze" motion, slow shutter speeds to suggest motion by blurring moving objects. The camera automatically adjusts aperture for optimal exposure. Fast shutter speeds (e.g., 1/1600 s) freeze motion. Slow shutter speeds (e.g., 1 s) blur motion. To choose - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 116
2 Choose a shutter speed. Rotate the command dial to choose the desired shutter speed: rotate right for faster speeds, left for slower speeds. Command dial 92 P, S, A, and M Modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 117
to control depth of field (the distance in front of and behind the main subject that appears to be in focus). The camera automatically adjusts shutter speed for optimal exposure. Large apertures (low f-numbers, e.g. Small apertures (high f-numbers, e.g. f/5.6) blur details in front of and f/22 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 118
2 Choose an aperture. Rotate the command dial left for larger apertures (lower f-numbers), right for smaller apertures (higher fnumbers). Command dial 94 P, S, A, and M Modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 119
Mode M (Manual) In manual mode, you control both shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speeds of "Bulb" and "Time" are available for long timeexposures of moving lights, the stars, night scenery, or fireworks (0 97). 1 Rotate the mode dial to M. Mode dial P, S, A, and M Modes 95 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 120
2 Choose aperture and shutter speed. Checking the exposure indicator (see below), adjust shutter speed and aperture. Shutter speed is selected by rotating the command dial (right for faster speeds, left for slower). To adjust aperture, keep the E (N) button pressed while rotating the command dial ( - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 121
f/25 shutter-release button. The shutter remains open until the button is pressed a second time. Before proceeding, mount the camera on a tripod pictures without your eye to the viewfinder (0 61). Nikon recommends using a fully charged battery or an optional AC adapter and power connector to - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 122
exposure meters are on, rotate the command dial to choose a shutter speed of Bulb (A). Command dial 3 Take the photograph. After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. Remove your finger from the shutter-release button when the exposure is complete. 98 P, S, A, and M Modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 123
exposure meters are on, rotate the command dial left to choose a shutter speed of Time (&). Command dial 3 Open the shutter. After focusing, press the shutter-release button all the way down. 4 Close the shutter. Press the shutter - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 124
a wide area of the frame and sets exposure according to tone distribution, color, composition, and distance. Classic meter for portraits. Camera meters entire M Center-weighted metering frame but assigns greatest weight to center area. Recommended when using filters with an exposure factor - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 125
2 Choose a metering method. Highlight an option and press J. A Spot Metering If e (Auto-area AF) is selected for AF-area mode during viewfinder photography (0 67), the camera will meter the center focus point. P, S, A, and M Modes 101 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 126
is not available in i or j mode. 1 Lock exposure. Position the subject in the selected focus point and press the shutterrelease button halfway. With the shutter-release button pressed halfway and the subject positioned in the focus point, press the A (L) button to lock exposure. Shutter - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 127
auto Shutter speed and aperture (flexible program; 0 90) Shutter-priority auto Shutter speed Aperture-priority auto Aperture The new values can be confirmed in the camera displays. The metering method itself cannot be changed while exposure lock is in effect. P, S, A, and M Modes 103 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 128
Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making pictures brighter or darker (0 299). It is most effective when used with M (Centerweighted metering) or N (Spot metering) (0 100). -1 EV No exposure compensation +1 EV 104 P, S, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 129
is turned off. In scene and % modes, exposure compensation will be reset when another mode is selected or the camera is turned off. A The Information Display Exposure compensation options can also be accessed from the information display (0 11). A Mode M In mode M, exposure compensation affects - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 130
is used to alter flash output from the level suggested by the camera, changing the brightness of the main subject relative to the background. flash compensation to ±0. Flash compensation is not reset when the camera is turned off (in scene mode, flash compensation will be reset when another mode is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 131
also be accessed from the information display (0 11). A Optional Flash Units Flash compensation is also available with optional flash units that support the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS; 0 276). The flash compensation selected with the optional flash unit is added to the flash compensation - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 132
Preserving Detail in Highlights and Shadows Active D-Lighting Active D-Lighting preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photographs with natural contrast. Use for high contrast scenes, for example when photographing brightly lit outdoor scenery through a door or window or taking - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 133
2 Choose an option. Highlight On or Off and press J. D Active D-Lighting With some subjects, you may notice uneven shading, shadows around bright objects, or halos around dark objects. Active D-Lighting is not available with movies. A "Active D-Lighting" Versus "D-Lighting" Active D-Lighting adjusts - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 134
if necessary according to the type of source: Option v Auto J Incandescent I Fluorescent H Direct sunlight N Flash G Cloudy M Shade L Preset manual Description Automatic white balance adjustment. Recommended in most situations. Use under incandescent lighting. Use with fluorescent lighting (0 112 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 135
1 Display white balance options. Press the P button, then highlight the current white balance setting in the information display and press J. P button 2 Choose a white balance option. Highlight an option and press J. P, S, A, and M Modes 111 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 136
A The Shooting Menu White balance can be selected using the White balance option in the shooting menu (0 192), which also can be used to fine-tune white balance (0 114) or measure a value for preset white balance (0 116). The I Fluorescent option in the White balance menu can be used to select the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 137
A Color Temperature The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature is an objective measure of the color of a light source, defined with reference to the temperature to which an object would have to be heated to radiate light in the same - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 138
option and press 2 (if Fluorescent is selected, highlight the desired lighting type and press 2; note that fine-tuning is not available with L Preset manual). 2 Fine-tune white balance. Use the multi selector to fine-tune white balance. White balance can be Coordinates fine-tuned on the amber - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 139
A White Balance Fine-Tuning The colors on the fine-tuning axes are relative, not absolute. For example, moving the cursor to B (blue) when a "warm" setting such as J Incandescent is selected will make photographs slightly "colder" but will not actually make them blue. A "Mired" Any given change in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 140
lighting that Measure will be used in final photo and white balance measured by camera (0 116). Use photo White balance is copied from photo on memory card (0 2 to display white balance options. Highlight L Preset manual and press 2. 3 Select Measure. Highlight Measure and press 2. 116 P, S, A, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 141
balance. Before the indicators stop flashing, frame the reference object so that it fills the viewfinder and press the shutter-release button all the way down. No photograph will be recorded; white balance can be measured accurately even when the camera is not in focus. P, S, A, and M Modes 117 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 142
will return to shooting mode. To return to shooting mode immediately, press the shutter-release button halfway. If lighting is too dark or too bright, the camera may be unable to measure white balance. A message will appear in the information display and a flashing b a will appear in the viewfinder - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 143
flashing, direct measurement mode will end in the time selected for the Auto off timers option in the setup menu (0 209). D Preset White Balance The camera can store only one value for preset white balance at a time; the existing value will be replaced when a new value is measured. Note that - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 144
to copy a value for white balance from a photograph on the memory card. 1 Select Preset manual. Highlight White balance in the shooting menu and press 2 to display white balance options. Highlight L Preset manual and press 2. 2 Select Use photo. Highlight Use photo and press 2. 3 Choose Select image - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 145
5 Highlight the source image. To view the highlighted image full frame, press and hold the X button. 6 Copy white balance. Press J to set preset white balance to the white balance value for the highlighted photograph. P, S, A, and M Modes 121 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 146
Picture Controls Picture Controls are preset combinations of image processing settings that include sharpening, clarity, contrast, brightness, saturation, and hue. You can select a Picture Control to match the scene or customize settings to suit your creative intent. Selecting a Picture Control - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 147
1 Display Picture Control options. Press the P button, then highlight the current Picture Control and press J. P button 2 Select a Picture Control. Highlight a Picture Control and press J. P, S, A, and M Modes 123 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 148
can be modified to suit the scene or the user's creative intent. Choose a balanced combination of settings using Quick adjust, or make manual adjustments to individual settings. 1 Select a Picture Control. Highlight Set Picture Control in the shooting menu and press 2. Highlight the desired Picture - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 149
the sharpness of outlines. Select A to adjust Sharpening sharpening automatically according to the type of scene. Adjust clarity manually or select A to let the camera adjust clarity automatically. Depending on the scene, Clarity shadows may appear around bright objects or halos may appear - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 150
subject relative to the frame. A Switching Between Manual and Auto Press the X button to switch back and forth between manual and auto (A) settings for sharpening, clarity, to adjust saturation. Saturation control is not available when B&W (black-and-white) is selected. 126 P, S, A, and M Modes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 151
If you are using a type E or PC-E NIKKOR lens (0 266, 267), you can choose the aperture for modes A and M during live view (0 93, 95). Other lenses do not allow changes to aperture while live view is in effect; adjust aperture before starting live view. Live view switch 2 Focus. Frame the opening - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 152
3 Start recording. Press the movie-record button to start recording. A recording indicator and the time available are displayed in the monitor. Sound is recorded via the built-in microphone; be careful not to obstruct the microphone during recording. Except in i and j modes, exposure can be locked - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 153
and exit to live view, press the shutter-release button all the way down and hold it in this position until the shutter is released. A Maximum Length The maximum length for individual unless On is selected for Manual movie settings (0 131) and the camera is in mode M. Recording and Viewing Movies 129 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 154
(0 67) • Wind noise reduction (0 131) • Picture Control (0 122) * ISO sensitivity will be displayed in place of exposure compensation if On is selected for Movie settings > Manual movie settings (0 131) in mode M. P button 130 Recording and Viewing Movies - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 155
on or off or adjust microphone sensitivity. Choose Auto sensitivity to adjust sensitivity automatically, Microphone off to turn sound recording off; to select microphone sensitivity manually, select Manual sensitivity and choose a sensitivity. Recording and Viewing Movies 131 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 156
be affected). • Manual movie settings: Choose On to allow manual adjustments to shutter speed and ISO sensitivity when the camera is in mode M. HDMI When the camera is attached to an HDMI video device, the video device will display the view through the lens. If the device supports HDMI-CEC, select - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 157
position is indicated by the movie progress bar. 1 2 3 1 1 icon 2 Length 3 Current position/total length 4 56 4 Movie progress bar 5 Volume 6 Guide The following operations can be performed: To Pause Play Rewind/advance Description Press 3 to pause playback. Press J to resume playback - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 158
To Start slow-motion playback Skip 10 s Adjust volume Description Press 3 while the movie is paused to start slowmotion playback. Rotate the command dial one stop to skip ahead or back 10 s. Press X to increase volume, W (Q) to decrease. Return to full-frame playback Press 1 or K to exit to full- - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 159
Editing Movies Trim footage to create edited copies of movies or save selected frames as JPEG stills. Option Description f Choose start/end point Create a copy from which unwanted footage has been removed. g Save selected frame Save a selected frame as a JPEG still. Trimming Movies To create - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 160
3 Select Choose start/end point. Press the P button, then highlight Choose start/end point and press 2. P button 4 Select Start point. To create a copy that begins from the current frame, highlight Start point and press J. The frames before the current frame will be removed when you save the copy in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 161
5 Confirm the new start point. If the desired frame is not currently displayed, press 4 or 2 to advance or rewind (to skip to 10 s ahead or back, rotate the command dial). 6 Choose the end point. Press A (L) to switch from the start point (w) to the end point (x) selection tool and then select the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 162
two seconds long. The copy will not be saved if there is insufficient space available on the memory card. Copies have the same time and date of creation as the original. A Removing Opening or Closing Footage To remove only the opening footage from the movie, proceed to Step 7 without pressing the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 163
Saving Selected Frames To save a copy of a selected frame as a JPEG still: 1 Pause the movie on the desired frame. Play the movie back as described in "Viewing Movies" (0 133), pressing J to start and resume playback and 3 to pause. Pause the movie at the frame you intend to copy. 2 Choose Save - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 164
3 Create a still copy. Press 1 to create a still copy of the current frame. 4 Save the copy. Highlight Yes and press J to create a fine-quality (0 77) JPEG copy of the selected frame. A Save Selected Frame JPEG movie stills created with the Save selected frame option cannot be retouched. JPEG movie - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 165
of images displayed increases each time the button is pressed, to a maximum of 72. To view pictures taken on selected dates, press W (Q) when 72 images are displayed (calendar playback). W (Q) button W (Q) W (Q) X Full-frame playback Thumbnail playback X Calendar playback More on Playback 141 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 166
the X button. Use the multi selector to highlight images. ❚❚ Calendar Playback Use the multi selector to highlight dates Date list in the date list; the pictures taken on the selected date appear in the thumbnail list. Pressing J or the W (Q) places the cursor in the thumbnail list, where you - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 167
The P Button Pressing the P button in full-frame, thumbnail, or calendar playback displays the options listed below. Highlight items and press 2 to view options. • Rating: Rate the current picture (0 157). • Retouch (photographs only): Use the P button options in the retouch menu (0 227) - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 168
Photo Information Photo information is superimposed on images displayed in fullframe playback. Press 1 or 3 to cycle through photo information as shown below. Note that "image only", shooting data, RGB histograms, highlights, and overview data are only displayed if corresponding option is selected - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 169
2 Retouch indicator 228 7 Image size 79 3 Upload marking ........143, 159, 166 8 Time of recording 18, 207 4 Frame number/total number of 9 Date of recording 18, 207 images 10 Folder name 220 5 File name 222 11 Rating 157 ❚❚ Highlights * 1 Image highlights 2 Folder number-frame number - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 170
of pixels. 2 Histogram (red channel) 3 Histogram (green channel) 4 Histogram (blue channel) 5 White balance 110 White balance fine-tuning ....... 114 Preset manual 116 A Playback Zoom To zoom in on the photograph when the histogram is displayed, press X. Use the X and W (Q) buttons to zoom in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 171
A Histograms Camera histograms are intended as a guide only and may differ from those displayed in imaging applications. Some sample histograms are shown below: If the image contains objects with a wide range of - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 172
3 Exposure compensation 104 10 Camera name 4 Focal length 275 5 Lens data 6 Focus mode 62 Lens VR (vibration reduction) 2 17, 200 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with auto ISO sensitivity control on. 2 Displayed only in photos taken with accessories that support this function. 148 More on - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 173
11 White balance 110 12 Color space 196 White balance fine-tuning .......114 13 Picture Control 122 Preset manual 116 * Items displayed vary with Picture Control selected. 14 Noise reduction 197 17 Retouch history 227 15 Active D-Lighting 108 18 Image comment 213 16 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 174
19 Name of photographer 214 20 Copyright holder 214 * Copyright information is only displayed if recorded with the photograph using the Copyright information option in the setup menu. 150 More on Playback - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 175
88 5 Camera name 20 manual 116 14 Folder name 220 28 Exposure compensation........... 104 1 Displayed in red if photo was taken with ISO sensitivity auto control on. 2 AUTO is displayed if photo was taken with Active D-Lighting on. 3 Displayed only in photos taken with accessories that support - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 176
❚❚ Location Data The latitude, longitude, and other location data are supplied by and vary with the smart device (0 222). In the case of movies, the data give the location at the start of recording. 152 More on Playback - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 177
Zoom in on faces To crop image to area currently visible in monitor, press P and select Trim (0 154). To zoom in on faces detected by camera, press P and select Face zoom (0 155). This option is available only if faces are detected. If faces are detected when the RGB histogram (0 146) display - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 178
To Description View other images Rotate command dial to view same location in other images at current zoom ratio. Playback zoom is cancelled when a movie is displayed. Cancel zoom Press J to cancel zoom and return to full-frame playback. Change protect Press A (L) to protect or remove - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 179
❚❚ Face Zoom To zoom in on a face detected by the camera, press the P button in the zoom display and then highlight Face zoom and press J. The current subject is indicated by a white frame in the navigation - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 180
Protecting Photographs from Deletion In full-frame, zoom, thumbnail, and calendar playback, the A (L) button can be used to protect photographs from accidental deletion. Protected files cannot be deleted using the O button or the Delete option in the playback menu. Note that protected images will be - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 181
Rating Pictures Rate pictures or mark them as candidates for later deletion. Ratings can also be viewed in ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D. Rating is not available with protected images. Rating Individual Pictures 1 Select an image. Display or highlight the image. 2 Display playback options. Press the P - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 182
Rating Multiple Pictures Use the Rating option in the playback menu to rate multiple pictures. 1 Select Rating. Highlight Rating in the playback menu and press 2. 2 Rate pictures. Press 4 or 2 to highlight pictures (to view the currently highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button) - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 183
Selecting Photos for Upload The SnapBridge app can be used to upload pictures to a smart device via a wireless connection (0 166). Follow the steps below to select photos for upload to a smart device. Movies cannot be selected for upload; photos are uploaded at a size of 2 megapixels. Selecting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 184
Selecting Multiple Photos Follow the steps below to change the upload status of multiple photos. 1 Choose Select image(s). In the playback menu, select Select to send to smart device, then highlight Select image(s) and press 2. 2 Select photos. Use the multi selector to highlight photos and press - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 185
Deleting Photographs To delete the current photograph, press the O button. To delete multiple selected photographs, all photographs taken on a selected date, or all photographs in the current playback folder, use the Delete option in the playback menu. Once deleted, photographs cannot be recovered. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 186
on the number of images, some time may be required for deletion. Option Q Selected n Select date R All Description Delete selected pictures. Delete all pictures taken on a selected date (0 163). Delete all pictures in the folder currently selected for playback (0 189). ❚❚ Selected: Deleting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 187
Photographs Taken on a Selected Date 1 Select dates. Highlight a date and press 2 to select all pictures taken on the highlighted date. Selected dates are indicated by check marks. Repeat as desired to select additional dates; to deselect a date, highlight it and press 2. 2 Press J to complete - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 188
Slide Shows The Slide show option in the playback menu is used to display a slide show of the pictures in the current playback folder (0 189). 1 Select Slide show. Highlight Slide show in the playback menu and press 2. 2 Start the slide show. Highlight Start in the slide show menu and press J. The - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 189
A dialog is displayed when the show ends. Select Restart to restart or Exit to return to the playback menu. Slide Show Options Before starting a slide show, you can use the options in the slide show menu to select the images displayed by type or rating and choose how long each image is displayed. • - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 190
and smart device may differ from those shown here, and operations may differ depending on the OS, camera firmware, and version of SnapBridge used. The instructions that follow refer to version 2.5 of the SnapBridge app. What SnapBridge Can Do for You Use the SnapBridge app to: • Download pictures - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 191
(iOS) or Google Play™ (Android™) and install the SnapBridge app. Information on supported operating systems is available from the download site. This camera is not compatible with the SnapBridge 360/170 app. 2 Enable Bluetooth on the smart device. For more information, see the documentation for the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 192
iOS Devices", 0 173). Before pairing, confirm that there is space available on the camera memory card. To prevent unexpected interruptions, you should also check that the camera battery is fully charged. 1 Camera: Highlight Connect to smart device in the setup menu and press 2. After confirming that - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 193
If you launched SnapBridge before being prompted by the camera, SnapBridge will direct you to choose a camera type in Step 2. Tapping the desired camera type displays a dialog instructing you to display the launch prompt on the camera; display the launch prompt and proceed to Step 3. Connections - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 194
device; see the documentation provided with your device for details) before tapping the SnapBridge icon to launch SnapBridge again. 4 Camera/smart device: Confirm that the camera and smart device display the same authentication code (the code is circled in the illustrations below). 170 Connections - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 195
of the operation system). D Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button in SnapBridge, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. • Camera: Press J and return to Step 1. • Smart device: Tap OK and return to Step 2. A Pairing for the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 196
and smart device are connected. Press J and follow the on-screen instructions. • Smart device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. A Pairing with Multiple Cameras To pair with additional cameras, tap , select Add camera, and repeat Steps 3-6. SnapBridge can be used to pair with up to - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 197
"Android Devices", 0 168). Before pairing, confirm that there is space available on the camera memory card. To prevent unexpected interruptions, you should also check that the camera battery is fully charged. 1 Camera: Highlight Connect to smart device in the setup menu and press 2. After confirming - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 198
Early If you launched SnapBridge before being prompted by the camera, SnapBridge will direct you to choose a camera type in Step 2. Tapping the desired camera type displays a dialog instructing you to display the launch prompt on the camera; display the launch prompt and proceed to Step 3. 174 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 199
Name Not Displayed SnapBridge may not show the camera name if launched before the camera displays the launch prompt (Step 1). Exit SnapBridge and confirm that it is not running in the background (if your device is equipped with a Home button, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 200
4 iOS device: A confirmation dialog will be displayed; read the pairing instructions carefully and tap Understood. 5 iOS device: Tap the camera name when prompted. 176 Connections - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 201
of the operation system). A Pairing Error If you wait too long between pressing the button on the camera and tapping the button in SnapBridge, pairing will fail and an error will be displayed. • Camera: Press J and return to Step 1. • iOS device: Exit SnapBridge and confirm that it is not running in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 202
and smart device are connected. Press J and follow the on-screen instructions. • iOS device: Pairing is complete. Tap OK to exit to the tab. A Pairing with Multiple Cameras To pair with additional cameras, tap , select Add camera, and repeat Steps 3-7. SnapBridge can be used to pair with up to - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 203
of the ViewNX-i installer from the following website and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. An Internet connection is required. For system requirements and other information, see the Nikon website for your region. http://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/ A Capture NX-D Use - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 204
USB hub or keyboard. A Use a Reliable Power Source To ensure that data transfer is not interrupted, be sure the camera battery is fully charged. A Connecting Cables Be sure the camera is off when connecting or disconnecting interface cables. Do not use force or attempt to insert the connectors at an - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 205
Windows 8.1 may display an AutoPlay prompt when the camera is connected. Tap or click the dialog and then tap or click Nikon Transfer 2 to select Nikon Transfer 2. A macOS/OS X If Nikon Transfer 2 does not start automatically, confirm that the camera is connected and then launch Image Capture (an - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 206
Click Start Transfer. Pictures on the memory card will be copied to the computer. Start Transfer 4 Terminate the connection. When transfer is complete, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. A For More Information Consult online help for more information on using ViewNX-i. 182 Connections - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 207
When the camera and printer Connection Be sure the battery is fully charged Date Imprint If you select On for Print date in the PictBridge menu when printing photographs containing date information recorded using Date stamp in the setup menu (0 204), the date will appear twice. The imprinted date - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 208
3 to highlight an item and press 2 to view options (only options supported by the current printer are listed; to use the default option, select frame photos in white borders. Choose whether to print the times and dates of recordings on photos. This option is listed only when pictures are printed - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 209
the multi selector to scroll through the pictures, or press and hold X to view the current picture full frame. Press W (Q) again to return to the date selection dialog. • Index print: To create an index print of all JPEG pictures on the memory card, proceed to Step 3. Note that if the memory - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 210
for HDMI device) Tune the device to the HDMI channel, then turn the camera on and press the K button. During playback, images will be displayed on A Playback Volume Volume can be adjusted using television controls; the camera controls cannot be used. A Television Playback Use of an AC adapter - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 211
for HDMI >Device control in the setup menu (0 201) when the camera is connected to a television that supports HDMI-CEC and both the camera and television are on, the television remote can be used in place of the camera multi selector and J button during full-frame playback and slide shows. If - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 212
Camera Menus D The Playback Menu: Managing Images To display the playback menu, press G and select Option Default 0 Delete - 162 Playback folder All 189 Playback display options - 189 Image review On 190 Auto image rotation On 190 Rotate tall On 191 Slide show Image type Frame - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 213
Playback Folder G button ➜ D playback menu Choose a folder for playback: Option Description D3500 Pictures in all folders created with the D3500 will be visible during playback. All Pictures in all folders will be visible during playback. Only photos in the folder currently selected for - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 214
Image Review G button ➜ D playback menu Choose whether pictures are automatically displayed in G button ➜ D playback menu Photographs taken while On is selected contain information on camera orientation, allowing them to be rotated automatically during playback or when viewed in ViewNX-i - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 215
for display in the monitor (pictures taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation will still be displayed in landscape orientation). Note that because the camera itself is already in the appropriate orientation during shooting, images are not rotated automatically during image - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 216
C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options To display the shooting menu, press G and select the C (shooting menu) tab. G button Shooting Menu Options The shooting menu contains the following options: Option Default 0 Reset shooting menu - 194 Image quality JPEG normal 77 Image size Large - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 217
settings Frame size/frame rate Movie quality Microphone Wind noise reduction Manual movie settings Default 0 Off 198 Auto-servo AF 62 Single sensitivity 131 Off Off * Available only with lenses that support this item. Note: Depending on camera settings, some items may be grayed out - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 218
shooting menu also restores Picture Control settings to their default values (0 124) and resets the following: Option Release mode m Other modes Focus point Flexible program A (L) button hold Flash mode i, k, n, S, T, ' o U P, S, A, M Exposure compensation Flash compensation Default 0 Continuous - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 219
Sensitivity control This option is available with type E and G lenses (0 267) when the camera is in P, S, A, or M mode. If Off is exposure at the shutter speed selected by the user). If Auto is selected, the camera will choose the minimum shutter speed based on the focal length of the lens. Slower - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 220
units listed in "CLS-Compatible Flash Units", 0 276), possibly preventing the camera from selecting slow shutter speeds. Color Space G button ➜ C shooting menu , Adobe RGB images require applications, displays, and printers that support color management. A Color Space ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 221
the viewfinder and photographs cannot be taken. Noise reduction will not be performed if the camera is turned off before processing is complete. If Off is selected, noise reduction will only (0 127) or to pictures taken with lenses that support FX format. C The Shooting Menu: Shooting Options 197 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 222
with type E and G lenses (fisheye, and certain other lenses excluded); results are not guaranteed with other lenses. A Retouch: Distortion Control For illuminator does not light to assist the focus operation. The camera may not be able to focus using autofocus when lighting is poor. 198 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 223
. Choose a flash level. At full power, the built-in flash has a Guide Number of approximately 8/26 (m/ft., ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F). A Manual A Y icon flashes in the viewfinder and 0 appears in the information display when Manual is selected and the flash is raised. C The Shooting Menu: Shooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 224
all other cases. Optical VR G button ➜ C shooting menu This item is displayed only with lenses that support it. Selecting On enables vibration reduction, which takes effect whenever the shutter-release button is pressed halfway (0 17). Select Off to disable vibration reduction. A The Vibration - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 225
Setup Menu: Camera Setup To display the setup menu, press G and select the B (setup menu) tab. G button Setup Menu Options The setup menu contains the following options: Option Default 0 Reset setup options - 203 Format memory card - 203 Date stamp Off 204 Time zone and date 1 Sync - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 226
-release button AE-L AF activation Rangefinder Manual focus ring in AF mode 3 File number sequence Storage folder File naming HDMI Output resolution Device control Location data Download from smart device Position Airplane mode Connect to smart device Send to smart device (auto) Bluetooth - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 227
lock Reset all settings Firmware version Default 0 Enable 224 - 225 Release locked 226 - 226 - 226 1 Default varies with country of purchase. 2 Not available when battery is low. 3 Available only with lenses that support this item. 4 Only available when compatible Eye-Fi memory card is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 228
a Date b Date and time c Date counter The date or date and time are imprinted on photographs taken while this option is in effect. New photos are imprinted with a time stamp showing the number of days between the date of shooting and a selected date (0 205). 204 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 229
a birthday or wedding. Future date (two days remaining) Past date (two days elapsed) The camera offers three slots for storing dates. 1 Enter the first date. The first time you select Date counter, you will be prompted to enter a date for the first slot. Enter a date using the multi selector and - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 230
date as described above. 3 Choose a date. Highlight a slot in the date list and press J. 4 Choose a date counter format. Highlight Display options and press 2, then highlight a date format and press J. 5 Exit the date counter menu. Press J to exit the date counter menu. 206 B The Setup Menu: Camera - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 231
saving time on or off. Option Description Time zone Choose a time zone. The camera clock is automatically set to the time in the new time zone. Date and time Set the camera clock (0 18). Choose whether the camera clock is updated to the Sync with time (Coordinated Universal Time, or UTC - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 232
a design. Highlight a design and press J. Auto Info Display G button ➜ B setup menu If On is selected, the information display will appear after the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. If Off is selected, the information display can be viewed by pressing the R button. 208 B The Setup Menu - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 233
shooting (Image review), and during the drain on the battery. Option C Short set to the following values: Playback/ menus Image review Live view Standby timer Short Normal Long 20 s min. Choose separate delays for Playback/menus, Image review, Live view, and Standby timer. When settings are - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 234
delay and the number of shots taken. • Self-timer delay: Choose the length of the shutter-release delay. • Number of shots: Press 1 and 3 to choose the number of shots taken each time the shutter-release button is pressed (from 1 to 9; if a value other than 1 is selected, shots will be taken at - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 235
) from a welllit, featureless white object, frame the object so that it fills the viewfinder and then press the shutter-release button halfway. In autofocus mode, focus will automatically be set to infinity; in manual focus mode, set focus to infinity manually. B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 211 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 236
off when the shutter-release button is pressed. If the reference object is too bright or too dark, the camera may be unable lenses or at different apertures. Reference images cannot be viewed using computer imaging software. A grid pattern is displayed when reference images are viewed on the camera - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 237
. To complete entry and return to the previous menu, press X. To exit without completing text entry, press G. Text display area Keyboard area B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup 213 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 238
that Attach copyright information is not selected and that the Artist and Copyright fields are blank before lending or transferring the camera to another person. Nikon does not accept liability for any damages or disputes arising from the use of the Copyright information option. 214 B The Setup - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 239
under fluorescent or mercury-vapor lighting during live view (0 33) or movie recording (0 127). Choose Auto to allow the camera to automatically choose the correct frequency, or manually match the frequency to that of the local AC power supply. A Flicker Reduction If Auto fails to produce the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 240
. A AF-ON The A (L) button initiates autofocus. ❚❚ Shutter-Release Button AE-L If On is selected, exposure will lock when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. ❚❚ AF Activation Choose whether the camera focuses when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. 216 B The Setup Menu - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 241
Rangefinder G button ➜ B setup menu Choose On to use the exposure indicator to determine whether the camera is correctly focused in manual focus mode (0 74; note that this function is not available in shooting mode M, when the exposure indicator instead shows whether the subject is correctly - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 242
menu This item is displayed only with lenses that support it. Selecting Enable allows the lens focus ring to be used for manual focus when the camera is in autofocus mode; this is known as "autofocus with manual override" (M/A). After pressing the shutter-release button halfway to focus, keep the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 243
created, the memory card formatted, or a new memory card inserted in the camera. Note that a new folder is created automatically if a photograph is taken when either 999 photographs or a photograph numbered 9999, the shutter-release button will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 244
already exist, a new folder will be created. Subsequent photographs will be stored in the selected folder unless it is already full. 220 B The Setup Menu: Camera Setup - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 245
is numbered 999 and contains 999 pictures or a picture numbered 9999, the shutter-release will be disabled and no further photographs can be taken. To continue shooting, create Additional time may be required for camera startup if the memory card contains a very large number of files or folders. B - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 246
download location data from the smart device and embed them in pictures taken over the next two hours. Location data cannot be acquired if the camera is off or the standby timer has expired. View the location data supplied by a smart device (the Position items displayed vary with the device). The - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 247
and adjust settings for connection to smart devices. Option Description Network connection Enable or disable Bluetooth. Paired devices View paired devices. Send while off Select Off to suspend wireless transmissions when the camera is turned off or the standby timer expires. B The Setup Menu - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 248
Eye-Fi, select Disable for Airplane mode (0 223) and Bluetooth > Network connection (0 223). Observe all local laws concerning wireless manual provided with the Eye-Fi card, and direct any inquiries to the manufacturer. The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 249
( appears in the viewfinder, check that the Eye-Fi card firmware is up-to-date; if the error persists after the card firmware has been updated, insert a different card or format the card in the camera after copying any pictures it contains to a computer or other storage device. If the ( indicator - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 250
button is only enabled when a memory card is inserted in the camera. Selecting Enable release allows the shutter to be released when no memory card is inserted, although no pictures will be recorded (they will however be displayed in the monitor in demo mode). Reset All - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 251
retouched copies of existing pictures. The retouch menu is only displayed when a memory card containing photographs is inserted in the camera. Option 0 Option 0 0 NEF (RAW) processing 230 l Monochrome 240 k Trim 232 o Image overlay 241 1 Resize 233 q Color outline 243 i D-Lighting 235 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 252
menu and press 2. 2 Select a picture. Highlight a picture and press J (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button). A Retouch The camera may not be able to display or retouch images created with other devices. If the image was recorded at image quality settings of NEF - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 253
A Creating Retouched Copies During Playback To create a retouched copy of the picture currently displayed in fullframe playback (0 141), press P, then highlight Retouch and press 2 and select a retouch option (Image overlay excluded). A Retouching Copies Most options can be applied to copies created - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 254
NEF (RAW) processing in the retouch menu and press 2 to display a picture selection dialog listing only NEF (RAW) images created with this camera. 2 Select a photograph. Use the multi selector to highlight a photograph (to view the highlighted photograph full frame, press and hold the X button - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 255
3 Choose settings for the JPEG copy. Adjust the settings listed below. Note that white balance and vignette control are not available with pictures created with image overlay (0 241), and that the effects of exposure compensation may differ from those that might have been expected when the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 256
Trim G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a cropped copy of the selected photograph. The selected photograph is displayed with the selected crop shown in yellow; create a cropped copy as described in the following table. To Description Reduce size of crop Press the W (Q) button to reduce the size - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 257
Resize G button ➜ N retouch menu Create small copies of selected photographs. 1 Select Resize. To resize selected images, highlight Resize in the retouch menu and press 2. 2 Choose a size. Highlight Choose size and press 2. Highlight an option and press J. N The Retouch Menu: Creating - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 258
3 Choose pictures. Highlight Select image and press 2. Highlight pictures using the multi selector and press the W (Q) button to select or deselect (to view the highlighted picture full frame, press and hold the X button). Selected pictures are marked by a 1 icon. Press J when the selection is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 259
to three such subjects while leaving the background untouched for an effect similar to that achieved with a reflector. A Portrait Subjects The camera automatically selects up to three subjects for portrait D-Lighting (note that portrait D-Lighting cannot be applied to photos taken with Off selected - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 260
Quick Retouch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies with enhanced saturation and contrast. D-Lighting is applied as required to brighten dark or backlit subjects. Press 4 or 2 to choose the amount of enhancement. Press J to copy the photograph. Red-Eye Correction G button ➜ N retouch menu - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 261
camera correct distortion automatically and then make fine adjustments using the multi selector, or select Manual to reduce distortion manually with type E and G lenses (fisheye, and certain other lenses excluded); results are not guaranteed with other lenses. N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 262
Perspective Control G button ➜ N retouch menu Create copies that reduce the effects of perspective taken from the base of a tall object. Use the multi selector to adjust perspective (note that greater amounts of perspective control result in more of the edges being cropped out). Press J to save - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 263
Filter Effects G button ➜ N retouch menu After adjusting filter effects as described below, press J to copy the photograph. Option Description Skylight Creates the effect of a skylight filter, making the picture less blue. Warm filter Creates a copy with warm tone filter effects, giving the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 264
Monochrome G button ➜ N retouch menu Copy photographs in Black-and-white, Sepia, or Cyanotype (blue and white monochrome). Selecting Sepia or Cyanotype displays a preview of the selected image; press 1 to increase color saturation, 3 to - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 265
(RAW) photographs to create a single picture that is saved separately from the originals; the results, which make use of RAW data from the camera image sensor, are noticeably better than overlays created in an imaging application. The new picture is saved at current image quality and size settings - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 266
3 Select the second image. The selected image will appear as Image 1. Highlight Image 2 and press J, then select the second photo as described in Step 2. 4 Adjust gain. Highlight Image 1 or Image 2 and optimize exposure for the overlay by pressing 1 or 3 to select gain from values between 0.1 and - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 267
6 Save the overlay. Press J while the preview is displayed to save the overlay. After an overlay is created, the resulting image will be displayed full-frame in the monitor. D Image Overlay The overlay has the same photo info as the photograph selected for Image 1. The current image comment is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 268
Photo Illustration G button ➜ N retouch menu Sharpen outlines and simplify coloring for a poster effect. Press 2 or 4 to make outlines thicker or thinner. Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After Color Sketch G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy of a photograph that resembles a - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 269
Miniature Effect G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy that appears to be a photo of a diorama. Works best with photos taken from a high vantage point. The area that will be in focus in the copy is indicated by a yellow frame. To Description Choose Press W (Q) to choose the orientation of the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 270
the cursor over an object and press A (L) to select the color of the object as one that will remain in the final copy (the camera may have difficulty detecting unsaturated colors; choose a saturated color). To zoom in on the picture for precise color selection, press X. Press W (Q) to zoom out - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 271
4 Highlight the color range. Rotate the command dial to highlight the color range for the selected color. Color range 5 Choose the color range. Press 1 or 3 to increase or decrease the range of similar hues that will be included in the final photograph. Choose from values between 1 and 7; note - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 272
Painting G button ➜ N retouch menu Create a copy which emphasizes detail and color for a painterly effect. Press J to save the retouched copy. Before After 248 N The Retouch Menu: Creating Retouched Copies - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 273
Side-by-side Comparison Compare retouched copies to the original photographs. This option is only available if the retouch menu is displayed by pressing the P button and selecting Retouch when a copy or original is played back full frame. 1 Select a picture. Select a retouched copy (shown by a Z - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 274
3 Compare the copy with the original. Options used to create The source image is displayed on the copy left, the retouched copy on the right, with the options used to create the copy listed at the top of the display. Press 4 or 2 to switch between the source image and the retouched copy. To - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 275
m Recent Settings To display the recent settings menu, press G and select the m (recent settings) tab. G button The recent settings menu lists the 20 most recently used settings. Press 1 or 3 to highlight an option and press 2 to select. A Removing Items from the Recent Settings Menu To remove an - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 276
Troubleshooting You may be able to resolve any issues with the camera by following the steps below. Check this list before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Check the common problems listed in the following sections: 1 STEP • "Problems and Solutions" (0 253) • " - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 277
Solutions Solutions to some common issues are listed below. Battery/Display The camera is on but does not respond: Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off. If the camera does not turn off, remove and reinsert the battery or, if you are using an AC adapter, disconnect - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 278
) selected, or face-priority AF selected in live view; choose another mode (0 67). • Camera is in playback mode (0 141) or menus are in use (0 188). • Press shutter-release button halfway to start standby timer (0 31). Cannot select AF-area mode: Manual focus selected (0 62, 74). 254 Troubleshooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 279
: Image quality set to NEF (RAW) (0 78). Camera is slow to record photos: • Depending on shooting conditions and memory card performance, memory card access lamp may light for up to about a minute after shooting ends in continuous release mode. • Turn noise reduction off (0 197). Troubleshooting 255 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 280
Beep (0 215). • Camera is in quiet shutter-release mode (0 58), or movie problem persists, clean the image sensor manually (0 288) or contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. Date is not imprinted on photos: An NEF (RAW) option is selected for image quality (0 78, 204). 256 Troubleshooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 281
to the camera's internal circuits if: • The ambient temperature is high • The camera has been used for extended periods in live view or to record movies • The camera has been used in continuous release modes for cannot be selected: Some options are not available in all modes. Troubleshooting 257 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 282
Shooting (P, S, A, M) Shutter-release disabled: • The attached lens is not type E or G: rotate camera mode dial to M (0 95, 267). • Mode cannot be selected as source for preset white balance: Image was not created with D3500 (0 120). Effects of Picture Control differ from image to image: A (auto) - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 283
On for Rotate tall (0 191). • Photo was taken with Off selected for Auto image rotation (0 190). • Photo is displayed in image review (0 190, 191). • Camera was pointed up or down when photo was taken (0 190). Cannot delete picture: • Picture is protected: remove protection (0 156). • Memory card - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 284
to which the SnapBridge app has been installed. Miscellaneous Date of recording is not correct: Set camera clock (0 18, 207). Menu item cannot be selected: Some options are not available at certain combinations of settings or when no memory card is inserted (0 13, 227, 296). 260 Troubleshooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 285
camera safely, d (flashes) Use Nikon-approved battery (0 281). choose a battery designated for use in this camera. Initialization error. Turn camera off and then on again. d/ Turn camera off, remove and replace k battery, and then turn camera on again (flashes) (0 13, 18). Troubleshooting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 286
camera off immediately. - End cleaning and turn camera off and recharge or replace battery (0 290). Clock not set s (flashes) Set camera clock (0 18, 207). No memory card inserted S/s Turn camera ). If problem persists, card may be damaged. Contact Nikon-authorized service representative. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 287
(0 161). • Insert new memory card (0 13). - ● (flashes) Camera cannot focus using autofocus (0 65). Change composition or focus manually (0 72, 74). • Use a lower ISO sensitivity (0 86). • Use power. Check photo in monitor; if underexposed, adjust settings and try again. Troubleshooting 263 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 288
. Contact a Nikon-authorized service representative. O (flashes) Release shutter. If error persists or appears frequently, consult Nikonauthorized service representative. Consult Nikon-authorized service representative. Metering error Unable to start live view. Please wait for camera to cool - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 289
NEF (RAW) processing (0 230). Network access not available until camera cools. - Turn camera off and try again after waiting for camera to cool. Check printer. - Check printer. To resume, ink. - Replace ink and select Continue*. * See printer manual for more information. Troubleshooting 265 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 290
chapter for information on compatible accessories and on cleaning and storing the camera. Compatible Lenses Compatible CPU Lenses This camera supports autofocus with AF-P and type E and G AF-S lenses only. AF-S lenses have names beginning with AF-S and AF-P lenses with AF-P; for information on - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 291
lens Type G or E lens Type D lens A Type D Lenses Type D lenses may only be used when the camera is in mode M. Selecting another mode disables the shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system and i-TTL flash control cannot be - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 292
shutter release. Aperture must be adjusted manually via the lens aperture ring and the camera metering system, i-TTL flash control, and other features requiring a CPU lens cannot be used. Some non-CPU lenses cannot be used; see "Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses," below. Camera setting - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 293
and Non-CPU Lenses The following accessories and non-CPU lenses cannot be used with the D3500: • TC-16A AF teleconverter • Non-AI lenses • Lenses that require the AU-1 focusing unit (400mm f/4.5, 600mm f/5.6, 800mm f/8, 1200mm f/11) • Fisheye (6mm f/5.6, 7.5mm f/5.6, 8mm f/8, OP 10mm f/5.6) • 2.1cm - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 294
the illuminator, use a lens with a focal length of 18- 200 mm and remove the lens hood. AF-assist illumination is not available with the following lenses: • AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR • AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 295
At ranges under 1 m (3 ft 3 in.), the following lenses may block the AFassist illuminator and interfere with autofocus when lighting is poor: • AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED • AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 296
be unable to entirely light the subject at some ranges or focal lengths due to shadows cast by the lens (see the illustration below), while lenses that block the subject's view of the red-eye reduction lamp may interfere with red-eye reduction. Remove lens hoods to prevent shadows. Shadow - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 297
Lens AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR, AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 298
Lens Zoom position Minimum distance (focal length) without vignetting AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED 35 mm 50-70 mm 1.5 m/ 5 ft No vignetting AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR 50 mm 70 mm 1.0 m/ 3 ft 4 in. No vignetting AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED 24 mm 28-120 mm 1.0 m/ 3 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 299
in contrast, is 23.5 × 15.6 mm, meaning that the angle of view of a 35 mm camera is approximately 1.5 times that of the D3500. The approximate focal length of lenses for the D3500 in 35 mm format can be calculated by multiplying the focal length of the lens by about 1.5. 2 3 1 4 65 1 Lens 2 Picture - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 300
(CLS). CLS-Compatible Flash Units Nikon's advanced Creative Lighting System offers improved communication between the camera and compatible flash units for better flash photography. The features available with CLScompatible units are listed below; see the manual provided with the flash unit for - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 301
control z z z z z-z-- %A/A Auto aperture/ Non-TTL auto M Manual RPT Repeating flash z8 z7 z z z z z-z-- z z z z 4 "A" will be selected if lens is not type E or G. 5 Can only be selected with camera (0 199). 6 Available only during close-up photography. 7 "A" will be selected if lens is not - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 302
or voltages over 250 V applied to the accessory shoe could not only prevent normal operation, but damage the sync circuitry of the camera or flash. Before using a Nikon flash unit not listed in this section, contact a Nikonauthorized service representative for more information. 278 Technical Notes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 303
Flash Units Refer to the Speedlight manual for detailed instructions. If the flash unit supports CLS, refer to the section on CLS-compatible digital SLR cameras. The D3500 is not included in the "digital SLR" category in the SB-80DX, SB-28DX, and SB-50DX manuals. If an optional flash unit is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 304
restrictions: • SB-5000: AF-assist illumination is available when 24-135 mm AF lenses are used with the focus points shown. • SB-910 and SB-900: AF-assist illumination is available when the subject is not in focus, or the camera may be unable to focus and the shutter release will be disabled. 280 Technical Notes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 305
Other Accessories A variety of accessories are available for your Nikon camera. Power sources Filters • EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (0 12): Additional EN-EL14a batteries are available from local retailers and Nikon-authorized service representatives. EN-EL14 batteries can also be used. • - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 306
eyepiece accessories • DK-5 Eyepiece Cap (0 61): Prevents light entering via the viewfinder from appearing in the photograph or interfering with exposure. • DK-20C Eyepiece Correction Lenses: Lenses are available with diopters of -5, -4, -3, -2, 0, +0.5, +1, +2, and +3 m-1 when the camera diopter - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 307
a safe place until it is needed again. Remove accessories as shown in Figure e. Replace the eyecup after the accessory has been removed (r). Hold the camera securely when removing the eyecup or viewfinder eyepiece accessories. A Optional Accessories Availability may vary with country or region. See - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 308
❚❚ Approved Memory Cards The camera supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards, including SDHC and SDXC cards compliant with UHS-I. Cards rated SD Speed Class 6 or better are recommended for movie - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 309
Attaching a Power Connector and AC Adapter Turn the camera off before attaching an optional power connector and AC adapter. 1 Ready the camera. Open the battery-chamber (q) and power connector (w) covers. 2 Insert the EP-5A power connector. Be sure to insert the connector in the orientation shown, - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 310
4 Connect the EH-5b AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter power cable to the AC socket on AC adapter (e) and the power cable to the DC socket (r). A P icon is displayed in the monitor when the camera is powered by the AC adapter and power connector. 286 Technical Notes - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 311
not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. Do not store your camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that: • are poorly - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 312
in photographs, the sensor can be cleaned manually as described below. Note, however, that the sensor is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Nikon recommends that the sensor be cleaned only by Nikon-authorized service personnel. 1 Charge the battery or connect an AC adapter. A reliable power - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 313
could damage the sensor. Dirt that cannot be removed with a blower can only be removed by Nikon-authorized service personnel. Under no circumstances should you touch or wipe the sensor. 8 Turn the camera off. The mirror will return to the down position and the shutter curtain will close. Replace - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 314
sensor manually (0 288) or have the sensor cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel. Photographs affected by the presence of foreign matter on the sensor can be retouched using the clean image options available in some imaging applications. D Servicing the Camera and Accessories The camera is - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 315
Caring for the Camera and Battery: Cautions Do not drop: The product may malfunction if subjected to off before removing or disconnecting the power source: Do not unplug the product or remove the battery while the product is on or while images are being recorded or deleted. Forcibly cutting power in - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 316
moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away. Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Replace the terminal cover before putting the - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 317
that are always lit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the device months. • Turning the camera on and off repeatedly when the battery is fully discharged will shorten battery life. Batteries that have been fully - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 318
unplug the charger and remove and reinsert the battery. If the problem persists, cease use immediately and take battery and charger to your retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative. • Do not move the charger or touch the battery during charging. Failure to observe this precaution could - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 319
and keep it fully charged. Depending on your location, it may be difficult to purchase replacement batteries on short notice. Note that on cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure the battery is fully charged before taking photographs outside in cold weather. Keep a spare - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 320
Available Settings The following table lists the settings that can be adjusted in each mode. Note that some settings may be unavailable depending on the options selected. Shooting menu ISO sensitivity k, 1, P, S, n, S, 2, i j A, M o m % T U ' ( 3 3 - - z z1 z1 - z1 z1 z1 z1 z1 z1 White - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 321
Specifications ❚❚ Nikon D3500 Digital Camera Type Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Effective angle of view Nikon DX format; focal length equivalent to approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of view Effective pixels Effective - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 322
support Shutter Type Speed Flash sync speed Release Release AF-P and type E and G AF-S lenses. Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focalplane shutter 1/4000- continuous), J (quiet shutter release), E (self-timer) Up to 5 fps Note: Frame rates assume manual focus, manual or shutter-priority auto - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 323
with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M); scene modes (k portrait; m sports; n close up; o (% night vision; S super vivid; T pop; U photo illustration; ' toy camera effect; ( miniature effect; 3 selective color; 1 silhouette; 2 high key; 3 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 324
area mode Focus lock Flash Built-in flash Guide Number Flash control Flash mode Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL T, U, ': Auto flash with auto popup P, S, A, M: Manual pop-up with button release Approx. 7/22, 8/26 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) TTL: i-TTL flash - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 325
output Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock Nikon Creative Manual focus (MF) Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera support both ★ high and normal image quality Technical Notes 301 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 326
protocols Operating frequency Maximum output power Range (line of sight) Bluetooth Specification Version 4.1 • Bluetooth: 2402-2480 MHz • Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402-2480 MHz • Bluetooth: 1.2 dBm (EIRP) • Bluetooth Low Energy: 1.2 dBm (EIRP) Approximately 10 m (32 ft) without interference - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 327
Association (CIPA) standards or guidelines. • All figures are for a camera with a fully-charged battery. • The sample images displayed on the camera and the images and illustrations in the manual are for expository purposes only. • Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 328
Rated output DC 8.4 V/0.9 A Supported batteries Nikon EN-EL14a rechargeable Li-ion batteries Charging time Approx. 1 hour and Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 329
Systems (DCF) is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • Exif version 2.3: The D3500 supports Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) version 2.3, a standard in which information stored with photographs - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 330
® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Nikon Corporation is under license. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 331
A FreeType License (FreeType2) Portions of this software are copyright © 2012 The FreeType Project (http://www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. A MIT License (HarfBuzz) Portions of this software are copyright © 2018 The HarfBuzz Project (http://www.freedesktop.org/wiki/Software/HarfBuzz). All - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 332
100 1 All figures are approximate. Results will vary with card type, camera settings, and scene recorded. 2 Maximum number of exposures that can be ISO 100. Drops when noise reduction (0 197), auto distortion control (0 198), or Date stamp (0 204) is on. 3 Image size applies to JPEG images only. - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 333
displayed. Sample figures for EN-EL14a (1230 mAh) batteries are given below. • Photographs, single-frame release mode (CIPA standard 1): Approximately 1550 shots • Measured at 23°C/73.4°F (±2 °C/3.6 °F) with the camera at default settings and an AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens under - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 334
• Using camera Bluetooth features • Using the camera with optional accessories connected • Using VR (vibration reduction) mode with VR lenses • Repeatedly zooming in and out with an AF-P lens. To ensure that you get the most from rechargeable Nikon EN-EL14a batteries: • Keep the battery contacts - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 335
manual for purchasers of lens kits. AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lenses Read this section if you purchased the camera with the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens kit Nikon digital SLR cameras; SLR film cameras , D3100, D3000 digital SLR cameras are not supported. When using it with a - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 336
position; before focusing, turn the camera on or press the shutter-release button to reactivate the standby timer. Users of D5200 cameras should note that if the recommended for manual focus and in other situations in which you may not release the shutter immediately after focusing. 312 Kit Lenses - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 337
following cameras, the built-in flash may be unable to light the entire subject at ranges less than those given below: Camera D5600/D5500/D5300/D5200/ D3500/D3400/D3300 Zoom position 18 mm 24, 35, 45, and 55 mm Minimum distance without vignetting 1.0 m/3 ft 4 in. No vignetting Kit Lenses 313 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 338
lenses are measured using FX-format digital SLR cameras, DX-format lenses using DX-format cameras. Zoom lenses are measured at maximum zoom. D Vibration Reduction • When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release camera smoothly in a wide arc. • If the camera when the camera is mounted - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 339
-55A 55 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • 55 mm screw-on filters • LF-4 Rear Lens Cap • CL-0815 Lens Case • HB-N106 Bayonet Hood Align the lens the hood is not correctly attached. The hood can be reversed and mounted on the lens when not in use. Kit Lenses 315 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 340
. 205 g (7.3 oz) Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain. 316 Kit Lenses - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 341
exclusively with DX format Nikon digital SLR cameras; SLR film cameras and D3-series, D2-series, D1-series, D700, D300-series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50, D40-series, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3200, D3100, D3000 digital SLR cameras are not supported. When using these lenses with a D5, D4 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 342
❚❚ Focus The focus mode can be selected using camera controls (0 62). Autofocus and rangefinder features are supported at all focal lengths. When using this lens, ignore any sections of the camera manual listing autofocus and rangefinder restrictions for lenses with a maximum aperture slower than - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 343
on the camera, vibration lenses are measured using FX-format digital SLR cameras, DX-format lenses using DX-format cameras. Zoom lenses are measured at maximum zoom. D Vibration Reduction • When using vibration reduction, press the shutter-release camera smoothly in a wide arc. • If the camera camera - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 344
-58 58 mm Snap-on Front Lens Cap • Rear Lens Cap ❚❚ Compatible Accessories • 58 mm screw-on filters • LF-4 Rear Lens Cap • CL-1020 Lens Case • HB-77 Bayonet Hood Align the lens hood is reversed, it can be attached and removed by rotating it while holding it near the lock mark (-). 320 Kit Lenses - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 345
400 g (14.2 oz) Nikon reserves the right to change the appearance and specifications of the hardware and software described in this manual at any time and without prior notice. Nikon will not be held liable for damages that may result from any mistakes that this manual may contain. Kit Lenses 321 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 346
mount gasket be damaged, cease use immediately and take the lens to a Nikon-authorized service center for repair. • Use a blower to remove dust and lint from a lens hood is attached, do not pick up or hold the lens or camera using only the hood. • If the lens will not be used for an 322 Kit Lenses - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 347
on subjects that contain many fine details. Example: A field of flowers In these cases, use manual focus, or use focus lock to focus on another subject at the same distance and then recompose the photograph. For more information, see "Getting Good Results with Autofocus" (0 65). Kit Lenses 323 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 348
45 U (Photo illustration 46, 49 ' (Toy camera effect 46, 50 ( (Miniature effect 46, 51 Manual 5, 88, 95 g (Guide 36 U (flexible program 90 8 (Single frame 55 I (Continuous 55, 56 E (Self-timer 55, 59 J (Quiet shutter release , 285 Access lamp 30 Accessories 281 Active D-Lighting 108 Adobe - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 349
-area AF (AF-area mode) ........67 Autoexposure lock 102 Autofocus 62-73 Auto-servo AF 62 Available settings 296 B Battery 12, 13, 25, 281, 304 Beep 215 Black-and-white 240 Bluetooth xix, 223 Body cap 1, 282 Border (PictBridge 184 Built-in AF-assist illuminator 66, 198, 270 Built-in flash - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 350
8 Front-curtain sync 83 Full-frame playback 141 Full-time-servo AF 63 G Guide mode 36 H H.264 302 HDMI 186, 305 HDMI-CEC 187 Help 22 Hi Image Dust Off ref photo 211 Image overlay 241 Image quality 77 Image review 190 Image size 79 Image type (Slide show 165 Incandescent (White balance) - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 351
for cleaning ......... 288 M Manual 74, 95 Manual focus 62, 63, 74 Manual focus ring in AF mode ... 218 Manual movie settings 132 Matrix metering 230 NEF (RAW) processing 230 Neutral (Set Picture Control) ........122 Nikon Transfer 2 181 No. of copies (PictBridge 184 Noise reduction 197 Non - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 352
153 Portrait (Set Picture Control) ....... 122 Power connector 281, 285 Preset manual (White balance) . 110, 116 Press the shutter-release button all the way down 30 Press the shutter-release button halfway 29, 30 Print date (PictBridge 184 Print select 185 Printing 183 Programmed auto 89 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 353
Straighten 237 Subject-tracking AF 69 Sync with smart device 207 T Television 186 Thumbnail playback 142 Time 97 Time zone 19, 207 Time zone and date 19, 207 Timer 59 Toning 125, 126 Trim 154, 232 Trimming movies 135 Type D lens 267 Type E lens 267 Type G lens 267 U USB cable 180 - Nikon D3500 | Reference Manual complete instructions - English - Page 354
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