Great Lens (35mm) - Field Test and Review (demo w/ Nikon D3400)

[@RealWorld]

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[@jaladkumarsrivastava112]

RealWorld Again this great video thanks a lot again. As we talked earlier you told me that you prefer 50mm for street photography and portrait photography. So 35mm on crop sensor will give focal lenght of 50mm. But i am again confused 😕 between these two lens as i already tried these two lens on my canon 1300d. Basically i want for travel photography like street photography in a day or street photography in night, cityscape and i know 50mm is best for portrait. So according to you please suggest me so i can buy for my canon 1300d. Please help me i am a confused soul 😅

[@RealWorld]

LOL - not a problem. Many photographers will refer to the fixed 50 on a crop sensor as a fixed 50 even though the actual focal length is 50 x the crop factor (1.5 on Nikon and 1.6 on Canon). I prefer the fixed 50 on the crop (which is really 75 on Nikon and 80 on Canon) as I like a bit more distance between myself and the subject although I found the 35 to be easier to use when a wider angle was needed.

[@jaladkumarsrivastava112]

RealWorld thanks a lot for the reply but in canon 35mm is very costly as 50mm is very cheaper. And i am not having that much budget. So is ther any option to attach nikkon 35mm on canon camera. For wider and landcsape i can use my kit lens as you already make a video as how much our kit lens is capable of. I am thinking to with 50mm 1.8 or is ther any way to attach nikon 35mm on canon.

[@RealWorld]

Yes, the Canon 35 is expensive in my opinion as well:). There are various adapter rings on the market which allow you to connect Nikon lenses to Canon bodies, however pay special attention to the aperture control. I just took a quick look at a few and noticed if the lenses not offer aperture control, you will be stuck at one aperture which is not good:).

[@jaladkumarsrivastava112]

RealWorld thanks for the help you said some lens don't have apertures control. I didn't understand like this nikon 35mm in this video doesn't have aperature control or if you can tell me which 35mm version in nikon is have aperature control and fits on canon camera. 😊

[@RettHill]

I came here for a review of a lens and got a review, a subtle lesson on aperture, and a warm happiness from your photography. Thank you!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@markharris5771]

Do you know how many people on KZbin have written and sell ebooks, when they don’t have one percent of your teaching skills? Most of them have about the same percentage of your photography skills also. You keep things so concise and simple both teaching wise and photographically and I’d point all those new to photography in your direction rather than some of the bigger channels that seem to pull the new and naive photographers in. I think you should write a book for beginners and intermediate photographers alike. Every time I see one of your videos I'm blown away by your skills, sorry if you’ve already told me but do you have a background in teaching? I have a terrible memory, but I blame all the medication I’m on rather than my age. I know Canon make a phenomenal 35mm f1.4 lens, but it also comes in at a phenomenal price (phenomenally high). Another amazing video, very well done indeed.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback/input Mark - appreciate your kind words:). I have spent my career in various aspects of technology and encountered many people along the way. The web is loaded with many people focused on money, and will do just about anything to earn it. Unfortunately, money motivation is problematic for many reasons. Nonetheless, I started this channel for one simple reason - to help/inspire people. I have given a few thoughts to offering workshops and/or paid training of some sort but not certain at this point.

[@markharris5771]

RealWorld I think you have definitely fulfilled your original intent with the channel, you can see from the comments just how much you have inspired and helped people. Money has never been a motivator in my photography, and never will be.

[@mxxmauuhan3597]

@@RealWorld I love your work because you are not a gear snob person and use simple and affordable gear.

[@davidjohnston1374]

@@mxxmauuhan3597 I agree 100%, Realworld makes it good for those like myself and other students on a strict budget to get into photography at a decent price point, even with older model cameras. Even with the Nikon D3400 he often uses, it's entry level but far from basic, but RealWorld shows you can with practice achieve professional type shots with entry level gear so never be ashamed of the gear you own...it'll work and work well.

[@Pyromancer]

Honestly one of the best tutorials/reviews of any kind on KZbin that I've ever seen. You have an excellent channel.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@havoc-ado]

I'm learning a lot just by looking at your photos with the metadata. Thanks!

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:)

[@kennithe.carroll1204]

Yes sir!

[@debanjant]

I am really surprised by your work and the fact that photography is not affected by the price of the camera. I really enjoyed this one as I have a D3400 and have recently bought a 35mm for it. Got lots of creative inspiration. Thank you. Please keep on creating more such videos so we can learn more. ❤️ from 🇮🇳

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Debanjan and welcome from the United States!:)

[@jreyes71589]

I would like too thank you for your channel. I bought a D3400 knowing nothing about photography. I have started my own business with my wife doing family photos. I bought a 50mm 1.8 after watching your review and will be picking up this 35mm tomorrow. I have the TTL flash you recommended and your focusing tutorial really helped swell. You're channel is great for anyone wanting to enter the world of photography. Thank you sir

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Jose and glad to be of help in your photo journey!:) I remember shooting my first wedding - what a fun mess:). Nonetheless, you can do it!:) Keep in mind that your personality plays a big role if your overall success - be nice, kind, respectful, etc. and it will go a long way in my opinion.

[@jreyes71589]

@@RealWorld is this lens for the full frame nikon's? Will it be 35mm focal length on the d3400? Or will it be 50 equivalent? I'm looking for a wide angle since I already have a 50

[@RealWorld]

@@jreyes71589 The 35mm in this video and linked in the description is for crop sensors like the D3400, D5600, etc. The full sensor equivalent is a doable but pricey ( amzn.to/2PAQFg1 ):). All crop sensor lenses need to be multiplied by a given factor to get the full sensor equivalent - a marketing tactic by various manufactures (Nikon, Canon, Sony, etc.). Nikon cameras are multiplied by 1.5 whereas Canon's are multiplied by 1.6 ... sooooo, the 35mm on a crop is really 52.5mm on a full:). Nonetheless, I really like the 35mm and 50mm on a crop. Most people will refer to each by their listed values (35 and 50) which is fine but now you know the truth for any trivia related questions that may arise:).

[@xavierguzman4812]

Thank you for all your videos. I have a D3400 and you're the only channel that I like that uses one too. All these other tutorial/ educational photography channels use high end cameras I'll never own and make it feel intimidated. All your videos are great

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Xavier and glad to be of help!:) Great photography is not so much about the gear as it is about the photographer:).

[@claudiusweson]

This is one of many gems that we can find at KZbin. I thoroughly enjoy this review. May God bless you.

[@allanmercado3425]

good day.. i recently bought a nikon d3400 w kitlens 5days ago.. i just wanna to tell you thank you for all of your teachings.. before i decided to bought a camera ice searched photography videos on youtube.. and one of those are you and you helped me to decide which camera i need.. thank you so much.. god bless you.. from philippines.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Welcome to the channel and welcome from the United States!:)

[@greenhoodie]

Share the video people! Let's get this man the audience numbers he deserves. Awesome dude and awesome videos. Thank you 😊

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and support!:)

[@kytacomaguy]

Totally agree!! Great eye for what makes a good photo!! This video far exceeds all the videos that I've seen on how to use your camera.

[@kennithe.carroll1204]

I definitely agree 👍💯!

[@alannorthdevonuk763]

Great lens review and two videos in one. I started with a D3500 and PX'd it after 8 months for a D7200. Used the 35m a lot on the 3500 but not on the 7200 - now that's about to change. Also, this was one of the best street photography videos I have seen with great nicely composed shots; very entertaining and informative. And all delivered in a relaxed pleasant package. This video is in complete contrast to a vast majority of street photography videos on KZbin involving a hyper street run around while snapping some very doubtful pictures that we are then told are brilliant. This beats them hands down. Cheers.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Alan and welcome from United States!:) The fixed 35 is a strong/solid lens and I really like the 7000 series from Nikon as well (shot with the D7000 for many years:)).

[@jujagthemag]

I agree it’s a nifty little lens. I couldn’t choose one so I bought both years ago. Luv them.

[@ericevans8]

RealWorld... I’ve been a subscriber for over a year. You’re simply the best!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the support/feedback and glad to be of continued help/inspiration!:)

[@eyesofthefox]

Oh man I remember asking about this a while back! Thanks for the upload~ I've actually been looking at that lens, the 35! Seeing the images I actually preferred a lot of the 35 shots, mainly for the wider angle. The photo with the couple I loved because if you look at the dog, he's got his eye dead on you. It was kind of powerful. And he had the muzzle on so you knew the reality of the situation the photographer was in. That photo would have a less visceral affect if you had the 50 and were able to stay out of Fido's range~ There's something about the 35 that creates opportunities to capture genuine reactions. Be it positive or negative you are capturing the subjects response to you. I like that. The second shot where it's like you aren't there, and the people are sitting up and the dog is laying there, while a nice shot, it doesn't have the same emotion as two peaceful owners sleeping while their murder hound stares into your soul. I could see situations where I'd want to capture parts of both and I could see myself switching between the 50 and 35 for that purpose. To capture a different type of emotion.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Great observation!:) You are absolutely correct - that dog wanted a piece of me and almost got with if not muzzled:). I like street photos as part of the process is to capture people in their natural state - there is something very innocent about it. People are not posing to a shot, they are simply being themselves which can be awesomely raw in my opinion:). After creating detailed reviews on both, I can see the benefits to one vs the other under different circumstances. I feel you can interchange them but may find it easier to use one or the other depending on the scene/situation.

[@fiddleandfart]

Yeah, in every case, except the close-up portraits of the girl, I felt the 35mm was better for all those street scenes. The perspective lines were just great, without the more extremes of a 10mm-20mm (which I have, and also love). This and a tele-zoom would be a good two-lens kit, and forget the 50mm!

[@SpeccyMan]

This lens was the first one I bought after buying the D3400 and kit lens package. To be fair, budget did play a part (especially since prices here in the UK tend to be pretty high even in the second hand market) and I really wanted a prime lens early on. I've been very happy with the shots I've taken with it and I fully intend to get the 50mm lens as well sometime in the future. Great video as always and some interesting shots. I especially like the shots at 14:05 and 15:25.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Nick:). Interesting to hear the prices in the UK. In the US lenses tend to hold their value which is great for the seller but not so great for the buyer:). I like both the 35 and 50:). The shot at 14:05 is a iconic shot of downtown Indianapolis - a great peaceful place to stand. The shot at 15:25 was interesting. I snapped it from the war memorial looking north late at night - it was my last shot taken when reviewing the lens. A nice hot summer night in Indy:).

[@anirbanseal5704]

Just watched it. Was considering getting a 35mm for my D5600. Now I'm convinced it's the one I need before 50mm. Also learnt that in these crop sensor cameras, keeping the shutter open for longer time rather than punching up the ISO is better option for sharp images. Really had a great night photography lesson. ❤️ from Kolkata, India. Peace ✌️.

[@RealWorld]

The fixed 35 is a solid choice and will not let you down!:) If you have relative still subjects (landscapes, etc.), using a long shutter with a tripod is the way to go:). Welcome from the United States!:)

[@DoctorJanakaWannaku]

I have Nikon d5300 and nikon 35mm f1.8.. Same setup... Thank you very much for the inspiration

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Janaka - glad to be of help!:) The fixed 35 f/1.8 is a great/solid lens in my opinion:).

[@DoctorJanakaWannaku]

@@RealWorld many youtubers review high end cameras..thank you very much for reviewing this affordable stuff.

[@paveldemushkin]

Thanks for the review! I bought this lens and use it with the Nikon D3400. Very impressed. From Russia with love!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help from the United States!:)

[@RedOgre11]

This is exactly what I needed to see! I’ve been debating between the 35/50 lens and this video is the best one I’ve seen. Appreciate this!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)

[@sanybalkanaciairsoft3253]

I´ll gona buy the Nikon 35mm 1.8G definitely, first i was thinking of getting the Sigma 30mm 1.4 Art, but a lot of people complain about front focus problems.

[@RealWorld]

The Nikon fixed 35 is solid - a great lens for many reasons:).

[@madtical777]

this is my first time here . i was looking for videos of how i could maximize use of my 35mm 1.8, that i havent been using for a long time. this video not only gave me the reason to put it back in my bag, but it also brought back those times when a streetwalk was so relaxing and motivating to see how your eye has improved . this video was really great. i have been so busy chasing pay gigs, i stop doing photowalks but you have deff brought it back for me. thanks a lot!! i will follow you on insta !

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help/inspiration!:)

[@anthropotato7014]

Wow awesome stuff! Your videos are simply perfect for introducing these camera lenses. I am very new to photography and your explanations are very helpful to someone who is a complete novice. I have watched 3 of your videos and I reckon I'll come back for more. Even the choice of music is nice. Thanks.

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@bto7779]

This was one of the best videos I came across trying to find out about these lens. Great teacher.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@ryanp6895]

Just bought the 35mm. I’m going to test it this sunday. I’m also planning to buy the 70-300mm VR as my zoom lens. Goodluck to my wallet! Thank you again for this very smart review.

[@RealWorld]

The fixed 35 is a great/solid lens with a wide open aperture - enjoy and have fun with it!:)

[@MrEggie12]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and work. 14:05 with the 35mm and 14:24 with the 50mm are my favorite shots. Keep it up.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Ed!:)

[@RjLuckyCreation1]

Awesome video sir the best thing of you is you do this tutorials on cheap camera because everybody is not enough rich to buy expensive cameras so this is more helpful to test lenses on this camera👌

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@andrewgrabham4666]

Love the photo at timecode 9:11 under the bridge! Good video, thanks for your time and effort.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Andrew!:) I like the shot as well - interesting look/feel in my opinion:).

[@michamiotka6926]

Great video, and also awesome photos !! I’m really impressed, keep it up with what you do.

[@RealWorld]

Appreciate the feedback Michal!:)

[@danielhamilton2157]

I use the 35 a lot and love it, it's a fast and light lense but am seriously thinking of getting the 50 and wondered if it was worth it, this video has helped me make my mind up, I'm getting it 😊 thanks for your time and effort, appreciate it as with all your videos.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Daniel and glad to be of help!:) I like both - they are awesome:).

[@abrahamgebru8919]

You are a great teacher. Thank you for sharing.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@deenanock397]

I have just stumbled onto your channel. You have just gained another fan. I have the 50mm 1.8 and was on the fence if I should purchase the 35mm 1.8. You have helped me to make my decision.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Deena ... glad to be of help and welcome to the channel!:)

[@williambillings6972]

"I had a great time, and that's what it's all about." Perfectly said!

[@dirtdigger8503]

Great vlog. Only recently found your channel It's great how you explain everything and it keeps the viewer engaged. But I wanted to ask you who was the band ? because they sounded great.

[@lilypad112233]

thank you! i purchased this lens for my new D5600, and i was having trouble photographing with it

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:) Solid lens!:)

[@lilypad112233]

Yeah i wasn't sure if I wanted to bring it with me to Europe, but now that I can see it is capable of beautiful landscape and street shots, I definitely will bring it with me!

[@lilypad112233]

specifically the picture @ 12:46, what a beautiful shot!! was this taken with a tripod?

[@RealWorld]

A great lens to carry along in my opinion!:)

[@RealWorld]

Thanks!:) I snapped the shot handheld as the sun was going down (ISO 400 @ 1/200 (thanks for an f/3.5)). This was an interesting shot as I spent a bit of time post processing in Lightroom to bring out the colors in the sky - lots of fun!:) I have a few videos on Lightroom and may create more showing some quick/interesting techniques, etc.

[@roeydaz]

Lovely. Great job! I bought a 35mm lens some years ago along with a D5600 I love what you can do with it late evening. Now I know even more. I understand a 35mm on a crop frame is about the same field of view as a 50mm on a full frame.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:)

[@greenhoodie]

Question if I can. Aside from the f stop, is there any additional difference between fixed 50 or 35, and the kit lense which can be adjusted to 50mm or 35mm? Thanks.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - I have received a few similar questions - great question/topic!:) The biggest difference will be aperture which creates bokeh (nice soft background). In addition, since the fixed lenses can allow more light into the camera, you will have the opportunity to capture lower light situations handheld:). I maaaaaay create a video on this topic/comparison at some point;).

[@undeadelite]

besides the bigger aperture i find the 35mm to be way sharper than the kit lens, the downside is that the focus motor on the 35mm is an older generation that's way more noisy and slower compaired to the kit lens af-p 18-55.

[@cashmoney9256]

Primes usually render sharper images when comparing lenses at similar price points.

[@mcgoo721]

i was wondering this myself. Good to know, thanks guys!

[@TresoBox]

I love this lens , very good for street photography , i bought this lens decade ago, now still with me, i use to photography my sons a lots, majority 90% of time attach on my D3200. it's a fast lens

[@hansalexander1051]

I just bought 35mm lens yesterday! lul I use it on my D5500

[@justjimmy3154]

hans alexander I have a d5500 as well. What kind of results do you get with the 35mm 1.8?

[@hemmohoving2558]

I own a Nikon D5300 with the 35mm and the 50mm , i never had/have the feeling i need other lenses. These lenses are so much fun to shoot with. I do city , street , architecture , landscape and a bit of portrait and animal photography. Great video , keep on shooting with lots of fun doing it.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post and agreed ... really like both lenses - a bunch of fun to shoot:).

[@hemmohoving2558]

@@RealWorld Do you mostly use aperture priority or fully manual , greatings from the Netherlands.

[@RealWorld]

I use aperture priority more than shutter or manual:). I will use manual at night, etc.

[@hemmohoving2558]

@@RealWorld Yes same here , in daylight aperture priority gives you great control.

[@Majeztyque]

You are the reason why im okay to buy d3400

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help/inspiration!:)

[@pauka13]

Do it! I've bought mine few weeks ago and I can tell that this little camera is much more capable than I've tought before. Now I'm saving for extra lenses :)

[@Majeztyque]

diversant13 man im definitely buying this Christmas! I also saved money for extra lens thank you for giving me more motivation to buy.

[@RealWorld]

@@pauka13 It's solid/capable for certain!:) I really like the fixed 35 ( amzn.to/2J3qHmU ) or fixed 50 ( amzn.to/2kD7EkF ) as the next lens - just my two cents:).

[@RealWorld]

@@Majeztyque The D3400 should go on sale very soon if not already since the D3500 is being shipped ... look for a deal on it:).

[@frankscomedyclub3597]

You are a good dude! Thanks for taking all the time to create a very informative video. I appreciate it!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)

[@SwapnilVatsa]

Now you've to do 85mm. Don't leave that please.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - the 85mm hmmmm:)

[@danielastello89]

RealWorld I like the 85mm on crop sensor, but I think it’s a bit telephoto for anything other than portraits. Great bokeh and compression though

[@uweinhamburg]

I love the 85mm for all sort of photos. For me it's the perfect complement to the 35mm. The two are far enough apart to make different compositions possible. 2 different ways of seeing..

[@annadapriyadarshinee125]

I just got a 35mm...Was looking some tips... I have Nikon d3300.. This is the best video I have seen... believe me I have seen a ton.. Precise, To the point, brisk... And not to mention Amazing Photography 📷😎📸.. If D3400 and 35mm can produce that result, then It is absolutely how we master our gear.. Thank You Sir... I have 50mm vintage lens too.. I am gonna look for all your videos 😊

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Annada and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) The camera is solid/capable in the right hands - a bit of knowledge, experience, and creativity can go a long way ... enjoy the ride!:)

[@mr.dhillon1999]

*u r doing a great job sir, appreciate ur efforts and hardwork & ur content is very in depth and covers the subject pretty well in a broader way* - Gulshan, India

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@codai5183]

So glad to see this video!!! I recently bought this lens as my first addition to the regular lens kit with the D3400. I took it out for a spin at a lantern floating festival in Hawaii. Glad to learn more about it and excited to use it more! Thanks for another awesome video. :D

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Cody and glad to be of help/inspiration!:)

[@volimvolim1]

so this is 35 but really 52mm and the 50 is really 75 in d3400

[@RealWorld]

Correct, the Nikon crop factor is 1.5 so the 50 turns into a 75mm on a full frame camera and the 35 turns into 52mm roughly:). I would not get too caught-up in the equivalent though as I suspect many professional photographers shoot portraits in the 70mm range as well. The difference comes down to what you feel comfortable using ... I like a bit more reach:).

[@frankhasan1]

so the 50 turns into a 75mm on a "DX camera" and the 35 turns into 52mm roughly

[@RealWorld]

correct:).

[@kirubhakaran1330]

www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/products-and-innovation/the-dx-and-fx-formats.html Guys DX 35mm is 35 mm in a DX camera . Just read this

[@JoshuaBeekOfficial]

Why does everyone always get this wrong. You have to multiply the focal length (and aperture) by the crop factor (which is 1.5x for Nikon). ALWAYS. It doesn't matter if it's a lens designed for FX or DX.

[@Hosny-bt2sb]

Welcome I am happy to follow you while I am with the D3400 camera and the 35 lens when I photograph several people, a person is visible and worn out is not possible how to set the camera up

[@majicMix911]

What a great video!

[@Bill23799]

Thank you for documenting those great old statues . I hope they are still there now.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks Bill and the statues are still there:).

[@furqanahmed4093]

Good.... Support from india

[@RealWorld]

Welcome from the United States!:)

[@DJEL011]

Got this Lens a while back and I LOVE it. Just got the 50mm also but I don’t get it until my birthday in July.

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhh yes, having both will prove to be very helpful!:) I started with the fixed 50 and picked up the 35 later. Many ask which is better? I typically respond with - it depends on the situation. They will overlap at times, but you might find the need for more reach (hence the 50) or the need for a wider angle (hence the 35):).

[@fadilahmahdisaputra7724]

I love the entry level😍

[@nykq]

Great video ! Im glad to see someone doing a video on gear that people can actually afford and use

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Full sensor cameras are nice to use but definitely not required to capture awesome shots.

[@CodeWithNick007]

11:10 What camera/lens did you use to video record ?

[@RealWorld]

I believe I used the Canon T7i ... a decent camera for video that I previously reviewed - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJjZgYV9qMiYntU

[@alejandraaceves2674]

Just bought that lense on sale, arriving on friday, hope I can take good shots as yours on my D3500, thanks for the video!

[@RealWorld]

Congrats on the new lens and enjoy the ride!:) The lens is tack sharp ... use aperture priority and open as needed to capture nice soft backgrounds.

[@DJEL011]

You inspire me. I could only afford a D3400 last year and I thought my images wouldn’t be impressive but you’ve shown me I to can take great images with an entry level Nikon. Thank you so much.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Lori and glad to be of inspiration!:) Technology has improved by leaps and bounds over the years and the 3400 along with the 3300 and 3500 are solid/capable cameras ... a bit of knowledge and experience go a long way. I could put the most expensive gear in the hands of an inexperienced photographer and the results will be nothing special, likewise I could put basic gear in the hands of an experienced photography and the results will be awesome (for the most part:)). The photographer makes the image - not the camera. A stellar image is the result of the photographers ability to understand the basic mechanics (i.e. aperture, shutter speed, ISO, etc.) and create a dynamic composition in my opinion:). Enjoy the ride Lori and have fun!:)

[@diogoappraisal]

Great pics!!! Hard to believe done with a D3400. Great songs also, especially the second one. Thanks for sharing your talent with us

[@RealWorld]

Appreciate the post/feedback and glad to be of help/inspiration!:)

[@hrvpictures7786]

I regretted buying 50mm until you compared the two and now happy enough! :) Thank you so much for your videos.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:) Ahhhhh yes, the fixed 50 is a GREAT lens in my opinion - no regrets needed:).

[@supermentally5106]

I had a good time watching your video, learned some stuff, and got the information I was looking for. You are great!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@highdesertnation1285]

This was a great review!! Those shots downtown at night were awesome.. thank you and I subscribed!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Brian and welcome to the channel!:)

[@brittanikeena1191]

This video helped me so much! I was worried about me getting the 35mm vs the 50mm. Now I am glad that I got the 35mm. I got it today and will be using it this sunday at a huge car meet!

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:) The 35 is a great lens - enjoy and have fun with it!:)

[@jettlaggg]

It's finally here! Great pictures and great review! Thank you for your efforts!

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:)

[@ZX6RIDER541]

I always wanted to start in photography and I just found a nikon 3400 for about 100 bucks on Craigslist it came with no lenses so now I know where to start I'll be checking your videos, you did not bored me to death your videos are very fun, informative and inspirational thanks

[@alettavandenberg5403]

thank you - I have been looking at getting a 50mm lense for my Nikon D7200 The camera came with a 35mm lens so I am ok there. Nice video. thank you Aletta in Melbourne Australia

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help and welcome from the United States!:) The D7200 is a great camera and even better when coupled with the fixed 50 or 35 (I like both:)).

[@manel7480]

Thank you for giving the exif on every single photo, that alone is a photography lesson !

[@manel7480]

And DAMN ! You're proving it really doesn't matter which camera you use, if anybody asks me what does "it's the photographer who makes the image not the camera" mean, I'll link them your channel

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help!:)

[@jimwlouavl]

I have the 50 and just bought a used 35. Both are the f/1.8. I’m really intrigued by primes now.

[@RealWorld]

The ability to leverage f/1.8 is great ... really like both as well:).

[@doubledip3181]

I just want to thank you for your videos. I received a d3400 for Christmas and had no idea what to do with it and you have been and continue to be extremely helpful to me. Please keep them coming.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Steve and glad to be of help!:)

[@one4allall4one91]

Its good your showing budget equipment. A lot of us are caught on spending thousands to get the shot yet with a fraction of that you can make wonderful pictures too.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Entry level DSLRs today are fully capable of taking some great/awesome photos ... a bit of knowledge and experience go a long way:).

[@danielbulcsupekh7922]

Hello sir, I am a newcomer enthusiast of photography and I am really glad that I found your channel about a month ago. That time I was planning my Kyrgyzstan tour and I really wanted to capture the best places, moments so I asked a friend to give me his Nikon d7100 for the journey. I had no clue how to use it and I found your videos extremely helpful in learning the basics. Thank you for your quality work! If I may have a request, I am planning to buy my own Nikon d5600 soon and I found Nikon's 16 to 80mms lens the most versatile thus interesting possibility to take for it. I'd be very happy if you could make a similar field test video for that lens too. Thanks!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Sounds like you had an interesting trip along with a good/solid camera to use:). The D5600 is a solid as I have used/reviewed it. The 16-80 is a great lens ( amzn.to/2luYEP2 ) that does not get my attention in my opinion. The reason is relatively simple - cost:). The lens is relatively pricey but offers great quality and speed (meaning the aperture can open relatively wide). Another lens to consider which offers a bit more range is the 18-200 ( amzn.to/2tnoSXU ).

[@danielbulcsupekh7922]

RealWorld thanks for the feedback! :)

[@sonophotossonophotos2538]

Thats true ..i see many videos ....this guy is helping us to understand ...better way ...not to sale or talk something he doesn't know... GREAT job ..ft Lauderdale fl

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Always glad to help!:)

[@anonymous-jw4nt]

Awesome shots! Thanks for the review. Oh, and thanks for the tour through your city! Gotta visit indy

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback!:) Indy is nice/friendly - great place to visit/live!:)

[@FlameCRO]

Absolutely amazing details about the lens, love the example photos and those made me into some ideas for my future photos. Thanks buddy

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Elvis and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) Great lens which makes for some great shots!:)

[@gordonmiller4439]

In the future, it would be cool if you could do a review of the AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G for entry level/beginner macro photography. I enjoy your channel and am learning a bunch, thanks!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/suggestion Gordon. I may add this to the list if I can get my hands on it:).

[@jujagthemag]

Good man keep on documenting the world around you Bro.

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post/feedback ... stay safe and stay tuned as I will release another vid soon:).

[@greygoose3936]

Great Video. I just picked up the 35mm for my old D3400. Even though I've moved to a Sony Full Frame body, I plan on giving my Nikon camera with this lens to one of my siblings to get them into photography without being stuck with the slower kit lenses.

[@RealWorld]

i am thinking Sony full frame as well. Stay tuned as I will create more video if/when I do move.

[@anlsahal4147]

A really good informative video not just about the 35 mm lens but also an entry level dslr as well. I have the same lens on nikon d3300. Last year I was not sure about whether to buy the 35 or the 50. Decided to go with the 35 because of the wider angle. Enjoyed your video.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback!:) Good reason for the 35 ... if someone likes a wider angle, I suggest the 35:).

[@trekguy66]

I would love to see a video on travel photography, what to bring along, what to leave behind, etc. Thanks!

[@jeffreywillis9313]

I like the "Nifty Fifty" for portraits personally (I am not a professional). 35mm is good for showing people what they would see if they were actually there since 35mm is about the same as the human eye. As always, thanks for your videos; you do such a nice job!

[@robertschweppenhauser9891]

WONDERFUL AND A BEAUTIFUL VIDEO..... I PURCHASED BOTH THE 35 AND 50 MM. LOVE THESE LENSES.

[@RealWorld]

thank you! i have both as well and use them often :)

[@robertschweppenhauser9891]

@@RealWorld THANK FOR THE REPLY AND GOD BLESS

[@neef1654]

What a great review 😃 you even covered the distance where portrait is more likely to be taken at which is very helpful to decide for what i am intending to purchase.(which no other reviews done this at least over the 15+ reviews i watch) thank you for making this review 💯 appreciate it 😄

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@ALR760.]

I got a photo shoot for a small coffee shop thanks to this video I know what lens to use now thank you!!! That 35 is gonna do the job

[@RealWorld]

The fixed 35 sounds like a good match for a coffee shop!:)

[@DECKARD263354BR]

Such amazing composition, I'm so impressed , I just bought a 35mm today and I'm so happy with it , I prefer it to the 50mm i used to have, if i want to shoot portraits i take out my 90mm macro for great compression, Thanks again.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I really like both the 35 and 50 - great lenses in my opinion:).

[@ericfreutel8240]

Great review and terrific photography. Loved the accompanying sound track. Thank you.

[@watchandjewelryloft4713]

Another great video. I bought my D3300 used with a 50mm. I found myself needing more distance and distance I didn't have(i.e. Indoors). I sold it and got the 35mm. I really love it. I think for a crop sensor a 35mm is a better focal length(at least for me). My only other lens is the Sigma 17-70mm Contemporary. Decent walk around lens and I got is very cheap. If the Nikon 85mm was cheaper, I'd probably add that to my bag as well. Or, I would even consider an all prime setup like I have done in the past with Canon. I really loved that. Again, great video and always a pleasure seeing your perspective on things.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Been in similar situations with the fixed 50 where the 35 might be better suited as I did not have room to move back, etc. I have also been in situations where I could use more zoom and switch to the 50:). I have not seen/experienced the sigma 17-70:).

[@ranger1959ful]

I've decided on the fixed 35mm for landscape photography. If I were to ask someone for permission to take their photo, I'm ok with getting a little closer to them as long as it's ok with them.

[@RealWorld]

good logic/choice:). i really like both as well (the 50 and 35) and do not think you can go wrong with either:).

[@cashmoney9256]

Great video! Very nice pics on Insta! This was the first lens I bought outside the kit for d3400. One application where it shines is indoor events/kids bday parties. I plan on getting the 50...still considering the G vs older D. Thanks again. As always, great content!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Agreed as well - the lens in solid for indoor events and activities. The 50 will give more reach which is nice under various circumstances:).

[@adamplays6830]

Thanks for a review. For some of night pictures you showed short vids when you hold your camera in hands just before you took photos but we see shutter speed ~1-4 sec for this picture afterwards. Did you really hold camera in your hands or you used a tripod? ;-) Ex. 14:55. I had to ask for this because I am not able to hold camera without a blur with such long exposure time (my "max" might be ~1/30 sec) and if you are able to do this then I would be very jealous;) Merry Christmas!

[@RealWorld]

LOL - yes, I used a tripod:). I typically have my gorillapod with me which is very helpful for long shutters:).

[@wishwanderer5664]

Sir, I cannot really stop admiring the informative nature and quality of your instructions in all these videos. Great job. I have got my first DSLR a few days back, a Nikon D5600 with the 18-55 kit lens and was thinking of getting a fixed focal length prime lens. Now comes my dilemma, which one should I get , the 35mm or the 50mm ? Let me give you a rough idea about what pictures I want to take with it. I would like to take a lot of landscapes and night shots with it occasionally trying out a few potraits (70% landscapes+nightsky+street and 30% potraits) . To start with, I dont have the budget right now to get a more landscape centric wide angle lens therefore was looking to buy a prime lens with large aperture.I have also come to learn that 35mm on a crop APSC sensor like mine gives an effective focal length of about 56mm, while the 50mm gives near about 80mm making it a more potrait kind of lens specifically. Please suggest if I need the 35mm or the 50mm as for which would be a more practical focal length for my needs?

[@wishwanderer5664]

Sir, I always tend to follow your recommendations and instructions.I await your reply earnestly. Thanks

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback:). Based on the given information, I would lean towards the fixed 35:). The 35 is better suited for landscapes and wider angles compared to the 50. In addition, you can still shoot portraits:).

[@wishwanderer5664]

Thanks Sir. I somewhat knew the answer but couldn't be sure untill I heard from you. 35mm it is. :)

[@GabrielVitale]

I came here looking for gold and found diamonds, I got my first camera ever a Nikon d3500. I like the kit lenses, but I will buy for sure the 35mm f1.8 (about 53 with the 1.53 crop). Than you very much for the amazing review and real test. There are a lot of youtubers that use full frame and all they say is "get the nifty-fifty!" and they forget that we might not have a full frame, so 50mm would be about 76mm for Nikon crop sensors.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Gabriel and glad to be of help!:) You are correct regarding crop factor - the 35 on a crop is just over 50 on a full:).

[@MrK67017]

The Nikon 35 is a good lens for a DX camera but for FX, I prefer the Tamron 35. It's sharper and offers closer focusing.

[@brylloc4859]

I just bought a 50, it is great with portraits but it seems to be tight with street photography. I thought I am good with the 18-55 kit lens to compensate the issue until I see this. Great review.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I really like the fixed 50 as well. I use the 50 for portraits mainly but have also used it for other purposes including street photos ... can be a bit more challenging but still doable:).

[@brylloc4859]

RealWorld I sometimes find my back against the wall with the 50. But yes it is doable.

[@CASHPABLOG]

im confused with the focual lengths, arent these 52mm and 75mm on your d3400?

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhh yes indeed if looking for the full sensor equivalent. I have a video on this topic in my channel as well as it can be a bit confusing:). Manufactures do not adjust labeling for crop sensors which can be misleading (Nikon is 1.5 and Canon is 1.6).

[@Valhalla.Studio]

Very nice, but wish you took more shots fully open at 1.8

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post:). i thought about taking more but the depth of field is very narrow:).

[@shahriariqbalantor5008]

You suggested me to buy 35mm & i bought it.. it is a awesome lens.. thank you so much.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help - solid lens!:)

[@FamiliaMoraAdventures]

Definitely appreciate your hard work on creating this video to give us a tutorial in the difference of the 35mm vs 50mm. I do like to give some distance when taking portrait images. I am purchasing the fixed 50mm. Thank you✌😀

[@RealWorld]

Sounds like you are on the right path!:)

[@burnedmemory]

That's why I bought a 70-300mm to camp and shoot 🔫 🤪 🤣🤣🤣

[@rahulbhatiaphotography6166]

Awesome video ,new into photography, just got my Nikon D5300 with 18-140 and 70-300 kit lens , want to buy prime lens with which i can take infinity pics portraits flower pics etc , which prime lens should i go for , as some one suggested me to go for both 40mm and 35mm prime lens , please give ur suggestions as well 😊

[@RealWorld]

i have reviewed and used a handful of lenses and really like the fixed 35 and fixed 50. if having to choose one, i might lean towards the 50 simply because i like a bit more reach. if you plan to shoot in tighter spaces, i might lean towards the 35.

[@brandonladue5485]

What a wonderful review/demo.

[@Gu_Gus]

I really like the wat you set out your videos and explain how the video is going play out and what you are going to cover in it. I could watch your channel all day infact i do lol.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:)

[@gregoz6]

Picked up the 1.8G Nikkor 35mm today, really sharp compared to the kit lens, no contest. However, the bokeh is not really something one should focus on while choosing this lens, it can be easily replicated with other lenses, even the kit lens. I use Sigma 70-300mm for macro and the bokeh is very nice and smooth. Thank you for your review in this video.