Canon
EOS R7
32.5MP APS-C RF-mount body with 30fps burst, 4K 60p, 7-stop IBIS, and advanced subject tracking.
$1,499
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Nikon
D3500
Entry DSLR that introduced millions to interchangeable-lens photography.
$449
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
EOS R7 is 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
EOS R7
Wins
D3500
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R7 has higher 4K max frame rate (59.94 fps vs 0 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R7 has higher AF points / zones (651 vs 11)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (electronic) (30 fps vs 5 fps)
- AEOS R7 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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EOS R7
132 × 90 × 92 mm
612 g (1.35 lb / 21.59 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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D3500
124 × 97 × 70 mm
365 g (0.80 lb / 12.88 oz)
EOS R7 is 7mm shorter than D3500 but it is also 8mm wider and 22mm thicker.
EOS R7 is 247 g heavier than D3500.
Depth (front-to-back): 92mm EOS R7 · 70mm D3500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R7
132 × 90 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D3500
124 × 97 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R7
132 × 92 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D3500
124 × 70 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R7
22.3 × 14.8 mm · APS-C
330 mm² area
D3500
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
1.1× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R7
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
D3500
✓ more lensesNikon F
270+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R7
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -1 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
4K max frame rate
59.94 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, AAC, LPCM
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132, 90.4, 91.7
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
AF points / zones
651 vs 11 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D3500
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 69.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Battery life (CIPA)
1550 shots vs 660 shots — higher is better
Weight
365 g vs 612 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R7
Pros
- ✓High-resolution 32.5MP APS-C sensor
- ✓Up to 30fps electronic burst
- ✓7-stop in-body stabilization
- ✓Dual SD UHS-II card slots
- ✓Strong value for wildlife and sports reach
Cons
- –APS-C sensor trails full-frame in low-light depth
- –RF-S lens lineup is still limited
- –4K 60p uses a crop in some modes
D3500
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Long battery life
- ✓Lightweight
Cons
- –No 4K
- –Basic AF
- –Discontinued
Decided which one is right for you?
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Canon EOS R7
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, EOS R7 or D3500?
EOS R7 scores 9.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for D3500 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R7 and D3500?
EOS R7 is 32.5 MP and D3500 is 24.2 MP, so the EOS R7 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R7 and D3500 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R7 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while D3500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R7 or the D3500?
EOS R7 reaches 30 fps electronic. D3500 reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R7 and D3500?
EOS R7 weighs 612 g and D3500 weighs 365 g, so the D3500 is 247 g lighter.
Do the EOS R7 and D3500 record 4K video?
EOS R7: 4K up to 59.94p. D3500: Full HD.
Are the EOS R7 and D3500 weather sealed?
EOS R7: Yes. D3500: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 660 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R7 and 1,550 shots for the D3500, giving the D3500 the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R7 launched at $1,499 and D3500 at $449. The D3500 is $1,050 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Nikon press materials.