4.7-32.9mm (26-182mm equivalent), f/3.4-6.4, 7x optical zoom, NIKKOR ED glass
Memory card
SD / SDHC / SDXC
Max memory
Up to 2TB (SDXC)
Battery
EN-EL19 (Rechargeable Li-ion Battery)
Size
Approx. 96.8 x 57.8 x 20.5 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
Approx. 129 g (with battery and card, CIPA)
Nikon COOLPIX S3500 FAQ
What battery does the Nikon COOLPIX S3500 use?
Nikon COOLPIX S3500 uses EN-EL19 (Rechargeable Li-ion Battery). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Nikon COOLPIX S3500 take?
Nikon COOLPIX S3500 uses SD / SDHC / SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Nikon COOLPIX S3500 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 20.1 MP effective Nikon digital camera from 2013 with 1/2.3-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Nikon options, compare Nikon COOLPIX S3400 and Nikon COOLPIX S3600.
How do you transfer photos from the Nikon COOLPIX S3500?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Nikon COOLPIX S3500 is worth judging as its own Nikon body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Nikon COOLPIX S3500 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.3-inch CCD and 26-182mm equivalent, f/3.4-6.4, 7x optical zoom are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Nikon COOLPIX S3400, Nikon COOLPIX S5200, Nikon Coolpix S6500, Nikon COOLPIX S800c to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
