Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
Nikon
D3500
Entry DSLR that introduced millions to interchangeable-lens photography.
$449
Launch priceReleased Aug 2018
Ace Pro 2 is 6.2 years newer.
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Wins
Ace Pro 2
Wins
D3500
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BD3500 has higher AF points / zones (11 vs 0)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 0 fps)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BD3500 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AAce Pro 2 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 5 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 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)
Ace Pro 2 is 52mm narrower, 45mm shorter, and 32mm thinner than D3500.
Ace Pro 2 is 188 g lighter than D3500.
Depth (front-to-back): 38mm Ace Pro 2 · 70mm D3500
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 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.
Ace Pro 2
72 × 38 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
D3500
124 × 70 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Ace Pro 2
9.6 × 7.2 mm · Compact
69 mm² area
D3500
23.5 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
367 mm² area
5.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Ace Pro 2: mount data unavailable
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
Ace Pro 2
4K max frame rate
60 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264, H.265
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock 360°, Active HDR…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 5 fps — higher is better
1080p max frame rate
240 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
D3500
AF points / zones
11 vs 0 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 124, 97, 69.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
AA filter
Only D3500 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
D3500
Pros
- ✓Very affordable
- ✓Long battery life
- ✓Lightweight
Cons
- –No 4K
- –Basic AF
- –Discontinued
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Ace Pro 2 or D3500?
Ace Pro 2 scores 10.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for D3500 — 20fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the Ace Pro 2 and D3500?
Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP and D3500 is 24.2 MP, so the Ace Pro 2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the Ace Pro 2 and D3500?
Ace Pro 2 uses FlowState electronic stabilization (electronic), while D3500 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Ace Pro 2 or the D3500?
Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic. D3500 reaches 5 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Ace Pro 2 and D3500?
Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g and D3500 weighs 365 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 188 g lighter.
Do the Ace Pro 2 and D3500 record 4K video?
Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p. D3500: Full HD.
Are the Ace Pro 2 and D3500 weather sealed?
Ace Pro 2: Yes. D3500: No.
How much does each cost?
Both launched at $449.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Insta360 and Nikon press materials.