As a Nikon 3400 owner and novice photographer, I really enjoy these videos. Informative, to the point, and clearly explained. Good stuff m8!
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your feedback, thank you for your support.
@benjaminlittlefield47685 жыл бұрын
I am an experienced and relatively decent photographer. My work over the last 30 years or so has been with 35 mm. It was a great experience to be able to produce negatives and prints in my downstairs darkroom. When digital imaging became the norm, my methods became obsolete. When I advanced to the digital age, I was left without the creative control that I was accustomed to with my simple manual SLRs. More's the pity. My composition and utilization of light was the same, but I could not quickly adjust to conditions that the DSLR was overly sensitive to. My images were good, but I knew they could be better from a technical perspective. I read the user's manual about 20 times, and used it for reference in many ares, but still, I needed to get a grip on the use of the camera as the manual device I was good with. These videos have solved all those issues for me. I have taken many of the control feature variables and included them in my setup. There is still more to do to customize the thing to my idea of what a manual camera is, but I expect to fix everything now. These videos are just what I needed to be able to comfortably operate my DSLR the way I prefer.
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Hi Benjamin, firstly thank you so much for taking the time to comment. It makes me very happy to hear that my videos are helping you to get the most and enjoy your digital DSLR as much as your film camera - a lot has changed over time due to technology, but the principles of controlling light (aperture, shutter and ISO) remain mostly the same. I hope you continue to watch my videos, have fun with your camera and of course capture some amazing images. Best wishes Paul @ Photo Genius.
@MyMbarr3 жыл бұрын
Best instructor on KZbin. I have learned so much from you in just a few days of getting my Nikon D3500. Thank you!!
@roseeartworksnl79923 жыл бұрын
I've never paid enough attention to the functions, relying on cheat cards which can be problematic on the go and with your dog. You're detailed informative breakdown has me thinking of the functions in a different light lol. I will now pay closer attention and learn not cheat. Thank you for all your help and tutorials and informative routes to know your camera. I subscribed and like each video as I progress through them. I feel I'm back in college where we never had digital in the dark ages lol Thank you Paul. Thank you. Have a good day or night
@nitinjolly77786 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul. Thankyou for reviewing some cool features on d3400. Love your videos. Keep posting. Appreciate your hard work. Big fan 👍🏻
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very very much 😊
@chanakajayakody4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your hard work, your tutorials are great for beginners like me. Thumbs up.
@hurleygreen927Ай бұрын
Enjoyed your earlier video on essential tips. and this one also is AWESOME! THANKS FOR THIS!
@Gaming_Tayyab18 Жыл бұрын
Sir You have provided me the Best Tutorial about this amazing camera. Maza aa gia. Is video se mere dil mein is camera ki ziada jagha bn gai he ❤️
@KG-bw1wr5 жыл бұрын
after searching a lot at last i could find a perfect answer to my queries. being novice i really learned a lot. thanks .
@roybaker63663 жыл бұрын
great video very informative,
@traveltrektrains83653 жыл бұрын
I want to take a moment to say Thank You. I am exploring my D3400 and your videos are informative and inspirational. Like so many, my default has always been "auto" which has been a self imposed crutch to keep me from expanding my education on this adventure.
@photogenius3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks, I am so glad you are getting more from your D3400 which is a great camera. Thanks for the feedback and support.
@Gaming_Tayyab18 Жыл бұрын
@@photogenius You are Love , Sir ❤️
@mikequinn3738 Жыл бұрын
Really easy to understand, i now feel confident to shoot in manual mode . Greatly of explaining different features, I'm sold on this channel easily the best I've seen
@fynssp4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this!!! Loving my Nikon D3400 even more! (Bought one- secondhand! 😀)
@photogenius4 жыл бұрын
The D3400 is a great camera - thanks for watching.
@carlossilva-gd2qx4 жыл бұрын
Hey, this is indeed very helpful. Thanks a lot! 😉
@212adele5 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul! I recently bought my first dslr and your videos have been soooo helpful. I remember you referring changing your settings so the camera takes a ‘square’ photo more suitable for Instagram. I’ve went through so many of your videos but can’t seem to find it, could you possibly tell me where to find this setting? Thanks for any help!
@MrMiss-cp9bw6 жыл бұрын
TL:DR Good video Paul! + some comments :D 1) If you press the I button, you're able to change the Scene more easily/quickly ^.^ You can also retouch a photo by selecting a photo you want to change, press the I button, select retouch and Selective Colour - Credit to RealWorld for making a video about it (else I probably wouldn't have know it by now xD). 2) I actually didn't know that/what that button did :O I've already turned off all the sounds, but knowing you can "dial down" the shutter noise is nice! Neato. 3) Yay, back button focus! I'm such a huge fan of it already, and haven't used the other mode since changing. I disliked the half-button press action, but some people might prefer it over BB focus :) 4) I use the black/dark gray one. I got annoyed by the switching background colour :p 5) Bottom right corner of the info screen shows an estimate of how many photos your card can hold. I never thought I'd fill up 64gigs this fast.. Then again, shooting RAW+Jpeg doesn't help xD I also opted for a dongle to transfer photos; I figured it's less strain on the camera. Also I didn't get a transfer cable in my kit, so I'm stuck with my phone charger cables :p
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting :)
@uwejuergen5 жыл бұрын
thanks for the great tips, just purchased a D3500 and I really appreciate your video
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
No problem, thank you for watching.
@hranaizdravlje2 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to take photos while recording videos? And if it is, let me know how.. Thanks a lot in advance! Keep up good work!
@pamelatuininga15296 жыл бұрын
Very Helpful! Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 !
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!! Would love to visit Canada one day.
@Razer686 жыл бұрын
Another great tutorial. Thanks Paul. Have never tried black and white. Will give it a go. 😊👍🏼
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I hope you get some great B&W images. Paul 😊
@paulravenpg6 жыл бұрын
You are amazing! Thsnk you for your experience share!
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for watching and commenting.
@DalhouseFitness5 жыл бұрын
I love this camera but i hate that it doesnt have an external monitor. I managed to find a program that allows me to see live video while im recording my youtube videos or taking self portrait of myself but i just ending up getting a feel world external monitor. Your videos are so awesome and helped me through getting through the essentials of working with this camera. Thank you so much !!
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching.
@V200DIESEL6 жыл бұрын
Yet another great informative video. Thank you.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@marquezkenken68696 жыл бұрын
I also prefer Using Black amd White.. for me it looks sharp and awesome...
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching.
@singgihsukmana63484 жыл бұрын
This video is really useful for me
@zanoonnuman63306 жыл бұрын
Thanks For Putting This Content Out! Really Helpful
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, thanks for watching.
@manishpatil55165 жыл бұрын
Nice info. Thanks
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@jsr88843 жыл бұрын
Paul, I have been benefiting from your free videos for quite some time. I live in India. Please advice...how to review the focus points selected by the camera while running play back.
@sambhumithrasambhu74906 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the interesting tips.we expect more from u
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
You are welcome - I will try and live up to your expectations! 😊😊
@evanshoang176 жыл бұрын
Love your videos
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much.
@sumosupremeking3606 жыл бұрын
Very helpful thank you sir
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
You are welcome.
@renelouischarite65344 жыл бұрын
Your great, thanks and greetings from Holland.
@photogenius4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for watchi! Greetings from Brisbane 😀
@chrisnewby24606 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, thanks for the videos, trying to learn all I can about the D3400, as I have one and it's a brilliant little camera. I notice that in this video, where you discuss black and white photography, your display has grid lines - how do you get these displayed, I can't seem to find any way to do this. Many thanks, Chris
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, when using live view mode press the Info button on the trip of the camera to change the display. Hope that helps - thanks for supporting my channel.
@Mladenko956 жыл бұрын
I've bought yesterday my first DSLR Nikon D3400 and just found about your channel, thank you for uploading such informative and helpful videos! I think you deserve more views and subscribers!
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thank you that is so kind, of course I would love more subscribers and views so please share my videos and thanks for your support.
@fernandasantana59586 жыл бұрын
you saved my life !!
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Wow - happy to have been of assistance! Thank you for watching.
@lloydricketts56055 жыл бұрын
Great tips
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@godfreyngugi69844 жыл бұрын
Wow awesome i've learned alot
@photogenius4 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@fancytreats16564 жыл бұрын
Hi great video - can I ask you a question please
@pjcardone1642 жыл бұрын
I view your videos OFTEN....refresher courses.....two questions.....and it many not be in this video but I noticed it yesterday....you set up FOCUS POINTS.....BUT at the lower right hand corner you had a smaller version of the focus points....my camera/3400 doesn't show that.....and 2)....isn't there a way to hit a button, like the ok button and have the 'control panel show? Mine also doesnt do that unless maybe I hit the "i " button.....on most cameras hitting the 'ok' button will bring up the control panel.....?????....thanks in advance....(I have my brothers wedding to attend next week).....
@Talkinglensm6 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul, another great video! I was wondering if you could do one exclusively on night/low light photography with this camera. Thank you!
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
A night photography video is coming soon. Thanks for watching.
@ch_eye_6 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, Videos are great!! I just purchased the nikon D3400. I will be mostly taking real estate photos. Any recommendations on wider angle lens and camera settings for my photos?
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
You might want to look at a 10-20mm lens but watch out for distortion. Hiring one before you buy may be a good idea. A good tip is to make sure the camera is position equally between floor and ceiling - that will help minimise distortion and walls that lean.
@Meniscus65 жыл бұрын
I bought a nikon d3400 for portrait usage and boudoir photography . What prime lens should i invest in 35mm , 50mm , or 85mm? I'm a completely new to this camera and your videos have helped me alot
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Personally I love the 35mm because of its wider field of view. The 50mm and 85mm lenses are great but on the D3400 you would have to step back a fair bit to do full body shots. Thanks for watching.
@Meniscus65 жыл бұрын
@@photogenius thank you for the reply
@michaelganner15816 жыл бұрын
Another informative video , I was thinking about purchasing a gorilla pod for the nikon d3 400 , but I'm not sure on which one to buy , any suggestions greatly appreciated .
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Michael. Check this Gorillapod out : amzn.to/2P55ZBz It's not the cheapest but it is sturdy.
@SuryakantGargesh6 жыл бұрын
Great video, can u please make a video expaining fps in DSLR
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
I will certainly consider it - thanks for the suggestion. 😊
@tophairthessaloniki9655 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul I am a new photographer, I like your videos. One question please.... how I can transfer my videos from my card to my iPad? Thank you
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Easy, watch my video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mprJmX6FfpZliJo Thank you for watching and supporting my channel.
@Foldisfitch3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! Could you please let me know if there's a windscreen I can buy for my Nikon D3400 built in mic?
@indianmohanmohankumar39386 жыл бұрын
Thank q sir
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome, thanks for watching.
@wolfydragon45116 жыл бұрын
So glad I found your videos they're very helpful. I got my nikon D3400 just a few days ago and had no idea what I was doing lol. I'm off to Florida soon and it first holiday for my kinds so hopefully I'll be able to get us to my new camera. 👍
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Love Florida!! have a great holiday and keep practising and having fun with your new camera. Best wishes 😊
@spkarra5 жыл бұрын
I have d3400, nikor 70_300mm DX VR lens. I came to know that with 1.5 crop, the lens becomes 450mm. Will you please post a video how to make 1.5 crop using d3400 and Nikor VR lenses. Thanks a lot.
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching - I am considering a video on the crop factor in the near future.
@mcorleone19426 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, Loving your videos as always. Was wondering if you could recommend a good (not TOO expensive) mini-pod for travel etc. I am currently using a Nikon d5600 with a 18-140mm lens so is a little too heavy for the tripod I currently have. Tx.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
HI there - thanks for watching. Fave mini tripod that will fit in a small bag is the Manfrotto PIXI : amzn.to/2MLpKR8 Best travel tripod (bigger and sturdier) is the Manfrotto BeFree : amzn.to/2wdvjhE
@mcorleone19426 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@cahyogumilang26 жыл бұрын
For Videography, 18-55mm or 50mm is the best?
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Both are fine - but the 50mm will give you a shallow depth of field.
@sulemankhan62346 жыл бұрын
Sir i have canon 1300D now I want to change my camera so can you suggest me which one i buy nikon 7000D or canon 80D?
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
As you are already familiar with the Canon I would definitely recommend the Canon 80D. I have one myself and it is a great camera.
@danfetters6494 Жыл бұрын
My d3400 display has a grid pattern I can’t remove from back screen. Can you help
@piensluc74446 жыл бұрын
I have an other question for my D3400 - I have the AF-P 18-55VR and the nifty fifty what other lenses should i have to progress for all kind of things (nature, animals landscape, night things can you give me some advice or tips ? Have a nice week my friend.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
The next lens you may wish to consider would be a Telephoto lens. Something that starts at 55m or 70mm would be good companion to your existing lenses. Paul 😀
@piensluc74446 жыл бұрын
Oke i found this 1 / NIKON 55-200MM f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR or 2 / NIKON AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II I think the first one is much cheaper than the second. Can you confirm that's is a good choice. Have a nice day
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
The first one is a good option as it will complement the 18-55 you already own.
@ymReal4 жыл бұрын
The Nikon D3400 also have an app on the phone where you can create an account and turn on the bluetooth from the Camara and phone so all your pictures taken with the Camara will be directly downloaded to your phone Nikon app. 😁
@paulbridge60634 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, my D5100, are the tips the same for that model, or is it too old?
@photogenius4 жыл бұрын
very similar with the D5100 - tips should work fine.
@dailyguitarvlog16144 жыл бұрын
I just bought a Feelworld F6 Plus Monitor and it won't show live shots. It only shows what is on my SD card. I've searched everywhere for how to make sure they're compatible and can't find any answers. I just bought this $229 monitor to be able to shoot video with my Nikon d3400 and so far, it's not working. Help!
@dianaaadianaaa27115 жыл бұрын
This might be a dumb question but on Auto how do you know your picture is focused? Is it true while in viewfinder the small little green dot means it’s focused? I haven’t used my camera in a couple months and I could have sworn green dots popped up instead of red dots. If I take pictures through LV it’ll show green as focused.
@trevorbetty9395 жыл бұрын
When you hear that beep, it is focused.
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
When using auto focus - focus is confirmed by the camera beeping (this can be turned off) and also a green dot that appears in the bottom left hand corner of the viewfinder. Your focus points will also briefly turn red top show you where the camera has focused. When using LV mode focus is confirmed boy a beep and also your focus area (square) will turn green. Hope that helps.
@photogenius5 жыл бұрын
Yes 😀
@dianaaadianaaa27115 жыл бұрын
Photo Genius thanks so much!!
@doctorpc4x44 жыл бұрын
I guess it is each to there own but why would viewers give these videos thumbs down
@blasernestomartinez95436 жыл бұрын
Good video👌
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@FOBob-sr1fd6 жыл бұрын
Hmm. Says Set Picture Control is not available at current settings. I think I need to reset the camera to factory settings.
@FOBob-sr1fd6 жыл бұрын
Nope. Had to take it off Auto Mode first.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it - Thanks for watching.
@sunitavermaverma57116 жыл бұрын
When will the Nikon d3500 come out?
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
There are rumours that a replacement for the Nikon D3400 will be announced in September. It is likely to be the D3500 and improvements will possible include a higher resolution sensor, Expeed 5 image processor and expanded ISO range. As soon as the new camera is released I will be posting details and videos featuring the D3400 replacement.
@sunitavermaverma57116 жыл бұрын
@@photogenius I was finding a good entry level DSLR for me as I have just started photography...Do you think I should wait for the D3500 or buy the D3400 now...if you have any other good entry level DSLR in your mind please lete know...Thanks for replying...😊
@sunitavermaverma57116 жыл бұрын
Please let me know*
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Keep checking my channel for new videos and updates.
@jithinolickal6 жыл бұрын
D3500 is anounced
@mutualarafat38036 жыл бұрын
Can I use Auto focus setting up a manual lens??? PlZ tell me
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
If the lens is manual only then AF will not work.
@rayzzingthebar4 жыл бұрын
Is the Nikon d3400 still worth it in 2020?
@photogenius4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, a great camera 👍
@rayzzingthebar4 жыл бұрын
Great! I’m getting my first one next weekend
@piensluc74446 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul i recently bought a nifty fifty (D version) the NIKON 50mm f/1.8D for my D3400 but i have a problem in manuel mode my photes are dark i can have access to the aperture and receive a message that the lens is not compatible ? Can you help me ? what for settings tu use the nifth fifty Thanx in advance. (Where can I turned the focus mode to mannual it's grey i don't have access to it grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrri cant adjust the aperture....please help Sorry i am still learning
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
On this lens you have an aperture ring, turn it so the orange 22 lines up with the marker (usually a white dot), next flick the switch on the lens and it should now be working. Depending on the camera you may however have to focus this lens manually. Hope that helps.
@piensluc74446 жыл бұрын
Thanx all works fine thanx to you and your videos i keep progressing with this camera is amazing a month ago i was totally lost and know i begin to understand. Great to have find your channel.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@TheLysila4 жыл бұрын
I wasn't really loving my D3400 when I bought it to go on vacation. I felt I had to do a lot of fussing to focus each photo. Maybe I'm missing something?
@josephapbt23476 жыл бұрын
Can you believe that Nikon just came out with a D3500 Model ? I cannot believe it.
@photogenius6 жыл бұрын
It's been expected, some minor updates.
@josephapbt23476 жыл бұрын
Photo Genius but I have the D3400 and still learning so much with it. I am not getting another camera until I feel that I have full knowledge of my 3400
@PrisonPreacher4 ай бұрын
The Nick on prices have really dropped on Amazon.
@notsogreat1234 жыл бұрын
Nikon's choice to remove external mic audio from the D3400 was a BIG MISTAKE !!