Nikon D3200: Hands-On Overview: Adorama Photography TV

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Adorama Photography TV presents the Nikon D3200 24.2 Megapixels Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm NIKKOR VR Lens. If you are looking for an affordable, entry-level kit to get started with DSLR shooting, this is the camera for you.
Join Rich as he walks you through the many features of this amazing camera such as an amazingly quiet shutter, the external microphone port, and a guided mode feature that helps you choose the right settings. Then, follow along as he goes through the very intuitive menu system.
AdoramaTV features talented hosts including: Mark Wallace, Gavin Hoey, Joe McNally, Joe DiMaggio, Tamara Lackey, Bryan Peterson, and Rich Harrington.
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[@lisablake4237]

I loved this tutorial. This was my first camera and I was told it was crap. Now I know I now have two good cameras.

[@michaelwallace3858]

I’ve had a D3200 for about 13 years and I love it! Added a 55-300 lens and I’m set. It’s about 15000 photos old now and the only thing it needs is a good cleaning. Sure a D7500 is better but theD3200 is all I need. 11:40

[@Adorama]

The 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens was used in this video.

[@karenhackney9920]

I have a D3100 and it’s a decent camera. My kids were stiff fairly young and in martial arts when I bought it. They’re now teenagers in marching band. It’s still a decent beginner camera. I have an even older Nikon model than this one D70, and still occasionally get it out. I highly recommend Nikon products.

[@acesanders2877]

Good Intro, Rich. Thank you for this useful information about the Nikon D3200 Photo Camera and two thumbs up to Adorama TV too. You got me as another suscriber from now on and of course you got my like as well. Love the care and detail put into creating this video, I specially like the feature included under the description and above the comments allowing the viewer to know where to go with Chapters through the Index mode. Thanks, again, for delivering high-end quality videos to us.

[@prettymonzter2729]

i bought this camera and i keep on watching and learning more about function thank you so much

[@GalaxyArtMedia]

very nice video. I bought this model also, more for shooting photos of paintings, still have to learn more though about the camera

[@arpitontube]

Thanks for the great review and tips

[@Adorama]

Coming very soon

[@arezcedro3665]

Thanks for this amazing video

[@sam_eniayewu]

Love this, Thank you, God bless you. ❤️

[@ValerieChowdhury]

Great Video, good information. I just got my Nikon D3200 about a week ago, and I'm so anxious to learn all the features. I'm interested in eventually making documentaries with this camera. Thanks, again.

[@MurrayNJ08]

Great Camera, still loving mine as well!

[@raghibsuleman]

Thanks for your Best Nikon 3200 Reviews.

[@garrybasnett4133]

With a lot of effort I have finally managed to adjust the settings to display the HISTOGRAM but I am not able to find out how to view the histogram. I would be very appreciative if you would do a tutorial on how the set the camera (Nikon D 3200) to show the histogram and how to view the histogram. All the best

[@522211]

Great review!!!!

[@seantaylor4865]

A great starter camera had it for two years , struggled with a sharp image every time . put a 35mm f 1.8 prime on , a cheep but well worth it upgrade from the kit lens , over all a GREAT camera !😀

[@gabrielquiceno7404]

i got it in 2022 still good for start in photography

[@Adorama]

Hi Adriano, Sorry your D3200 doesn't seem to be working. To troubleshoot your problem, we need more info. what happens when you turn the camera on? What happens when you press the shutter release? Are any of the controls not working? Is the battery charged? Have you tried taking the battery out for a minute and then putting it back in?

[@zalieleek2719]

I learn a lot from your vdeo..thanks

[@Crypticx666]

I bought this camera. Waiting for it to come in the mail. Can't wait to start using it!

[@wazdesign]

Nice , I have just got my D3100 few days back.

[@fernandovogel5270]

Hi Dan, I am on the same boat you are. I am going for the D3200 as it has a newer sensor, but let me tell you that I had to struggle for a month before deciding which one to buy. The D5100 has the flip screen which is pretty useful when taking pictures on complicated angles. But still decided for the D3200 and I also agree that 24MP is too much.

[@WASRT001]

Great instructional video, thank you! I spend a lot of time in the forest and I'm new with my D3200. I'm struggling to determine optimal settings for both video and stills in a forested area where the light levels can fluxuate. I want to be ready to shoot objects or animals that may appear around me. Any suggestions as to a starting point (settings)? Thanks in advance.

[@BROWNBROWS]

Hi Rich, can you advise on how to correct the Subject too dark when on manual mode and more details on how to add WiFi?

[@osiris3yhn]

i just bought this camera . i like it

[@alamphotography_]

great sir

[@USAVibeJourneyCaliLife]

thanks

[@GTGAMING]

Thank you :)

[@Adorama]

Generally, it's since camera sensor technology changes, the rule of thumb many photographers use is: buy the best glass you can afford, and less for the camera until you can get a good camera. So, your strategy seems sound.

[@hotmas1989ify]

thank you for good tutorial :-)

I'm still happy with my D5000

[@NekyLik]

thanks for the advice! but i would prefer FX lenses because one day i will upgrade to a full frame body.

[@danjones2914]

Excellent. Let me know how you get on with it. I'm worried about noise in low light. Are you on Flickr??

[@2012escapee1]

How is the digital screen visibility in the sun?

[@Allantoss]

bought this camera, lol have no clue how to use it... but I'm still learning. thanks...

[@Adorama]

Check out this guided tour of the Nikon D3200 www.adorama.com/alc/0014426/article/nikon-d3200-beginner-dslr-guided-tour Should answer most of your questions about the camera!

[@lubhoodaycare4698]

Nikon D3200 1. In Auto mode [VR Lense + Auto]: does not work to snap [shutter] but; when change it view finder to LiveVideo mode it will works. What are the main problems.

[@tomloweshow]

Will this work with a 128GB SDXC Memory Card?

[@earm1975]

Looking for the best settings to shot with this camera for dance recitals where flash can not be used. Ideas?

[@smilezbby6372]

Great

[@asadmalik6668]

I asked a question with adorama is that my nikon d3200 capture image with a blue shade and most bright pics

[@gabrielvillareal7482]

Thanks for the info......^_^

[@willahanabas4899]

The menus are simple enough that you can work them out if you already know Nikon's systems for menus.

[@willahanabas4899]

You can get it here! amzn.to/1EPr4Uf AF performance is great for this kind of body.

[@aar0nn1000]

Am still struggling with night time shots with my D3200, any help would be really appreciated. Thanks Suzanne x

[@DJDEEM1]

Is this camera replacing the D5100? It seems like this is the D5100 less the bracketing feature. Nice camera through.

[@BigBadLoneWolf]

D3200 has a bug with ISO settings. On Manual the min ISO is 100 if using the view finder, but if you switch to rear screen , the min ISO is 200

[@NekyLik]

Hi!I need some advice.I have a Canon 600D+a couple of good and fast lenses. I'm thinking about a transition to Nikon (I'll probably still use the Canon). The Nikon D600 looks amazing,but for the price of just the body I can get D3200+24-70 f/2.8.And maybe a Tokina 12-24 f/4 for ultra wide. Later on I would like to move on to FX.I know the D3200 is entry level but it has an amazing sensor and image quality.24-70 would look funny on that body,but I think it would be a great combo. Your thoughts?

[@ankitsharma-cl6wh]

Wil nikkor 40mm f/2.8g be good in all kind of photography with d3200

[@brizratdiya8329]

which mode you selected than we chose 1/1000

[@ragemidnight]

How did you capture the navigation?

[@julial3758]

YES!! Gonna use the kid mode on my dog :D

[@RAWOKATO]

what lens did u use in the nikon d3200 while recording or setting up ? please answer

[@calixtojazzy1233]

How do you transfer pictures from Nikon D3200 to your phone??

[@sernaylerpwe]

I need help something. I cannot take a picture on my Nikon d3200. Maybe I set up wrong and I could not figure it

[@jeepjoseph9036]

Try live view

[@boiyeahyeah5017]

My d3200 refuses to take pictures even with flash if i dont have enough light. Any tips how to fix this? Trying to take pictures in a dark room with my flash on.

[@charlescarabott7692]

Is it still worth buying in 2021 at €220 with kit lens and other lens? And how much would a 1/1 macro lens cost for this camera?

[@RAWOKATO]

in 08:37 , what lens was there in the nikon d3200 ?? please tell me only this.

[@minx_chan]

Is using liveview can drain battery fast

[@timerclock]

what about D5100 and D5200. can u compare these. im confused, thanks

[@TheHenrikPalm]

Very good overview. I do however disagree that 3.5-5.6 is a "nice and fast" lens. What is a slow lens if that's fast? Most potential buyers probably won't understand how a lens can be fast or slow anyway (like me a few years ago), so maybe that's just something that could have been left out.

[@vikaskathuroju]

nikon D5200 hands on review please

[@ehab007bob]

fast lens mean you can get bright image with fast shutter speed . am i right ?

[@danjones2914]

I can't decide between the D3200 and the D5100!! I'm thinking 24mp is maybe 8mp too many, and apparently its crap in low light whereas the d5100 isn't, hence can't decide between the two cameras.

[@joyceogutu7671]

Hello? How do I put the blurry background and on which mode please someone help

[@hannahpearl9147]

its not on the modes..... its on the aperture of the lens... ur the one who adjusts it

[@Gehenna71]

Well, I got this kit and I need another lens or 3

[@RAWOKATO]

cant we get the 'F' to 1.8 ? in the 18-55mm

[@Adorama]

No. You'd need a different lens for that.

[@scarrjumpstyle]

Lol I didn't get the VR cswitch on mine :(

[@AlexeyFrost]

My two cents. If you're gonna buy a camera of that class, from D3000 to D3400 current model etc. First invest in a nice cheap 35 mm DX prime lens easily twice the quality of the 18-55 mm kit(IMO). And second avoid using the built-in flash like the plague, I have yet to see a good photo taken with that thing on.

[@jeepjoseph9036]

DO NOT BUY CHEAP GLASS!!!!

[@Gehenna71]

Yes. Macro, tele and fisheye lens. You can't get a playstation without getting the games :)

[@ankushkhaire848]

Sir plz tell me which DSLR is better : Sony a58 or Nikon d3200 ????

[@amajek47]

d3200

[@bigtreepu]

you do have to switch to liveview to record video, contrary to what this video says.

[@sophiarevaca4926]

my camera won’t appear the pictures i take. if i take a picture all i can see on the screen is just black

[@sophiarevaca4926]

pls help, is there something wrong with my lens?

[@evie155]

taken the lens cap off?

[@cahegape1179]

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[@phlopalopagus]

Damit...everyone says the same thing about turning off VR if your using a tripod but know one ever says why. Could someone maybe reply if they know?

[@anshulkalra3096]

Actually when one is capturing pictures with Dslr while using Hands,Hands shiver.To stable the Picture VR mode is On with which the picture will be stable inspite of shivering of hands.And while using Tripod VR mode is off because It does't shiver😄 thats why we should off the VR mode while using tripod stand

[@phlopalopagus]

+Anshul Kalra Lol are you kidding me? That is not an answer. That is just what the instruction say. The question is why do I need to turn it off? What harm does it do while being on? Why would we not just leave it on? Im sorry but you just did the very same thing I was taking about. You say to leave it on when holding the camera and turn it off when putting it on a tripod but the question is WHY?

[@phlopalopagus]

+Anshul Kalra The reason I am asking is because im a walking talking tripod lol. I am very very stable. If the vr does something to diminish my quality for the sake of a shivering hand then I would never want it on to begin with.

[@anshulkalra3096]

+Phlop Alopagus 😂sorry,Now i understand what you want to know😂 don't have answer for that

[@phlopalopagus]

+Anshul Kalra Thanks for trying. Someone will chime in here and let us know someday :)

[@fiziqashrani]

haha i see.. then buy a 24-70 2.8 if you want to upgrade to FX one day. but you will lose the wide-angle of the lens due to the 1.5x crop factor (36-105mm)

[@rockpowergamer6168]

,does it come with sd card

[@BuckingFastard]

+Rockpowergamer go to amazon and buy the kit you want. mine came with 2 sd's, 2 lenses, tripod, bag and all

[@girigramstudios7783]

+Bucking Fastard mine came with just one 8gb

[@crazysport123]

I am trying to shoot picture where lets say subject is focused but background is blur. And vice and versa. What setting can I use for that?

[@rsurielrs]

crazysport123 you need a 50mm lens for that

[@fiziqashrani]

buy the D3200 with the 17-55 2.8. much better

[@JULO142]

...

[@ThatFirstBaseMan]

Affordable? If I get this for Christmas, my parents won't get any gifts for themselves and this will be my only gift, what should I do?

[@SmegEd001]

1st

[@danielm1615]

right? hahaa

[@coolkits2020]

Should I go for d3200 or d5100? Pls help me out I am just a beginner and it will be my first dslr

[@lodashnotebook5390]

5100 is a good choice for stills, even 3200 is good for video.

[@dakoolguy111]

The d5100 performs better in low light, the d3200 has higher megapixel count, optimized for blowing up pictures into really big sizes, or anything else that requires you to have really fine details in your pictures. The d3200 is smaller and lighter, and the d5100 has a screen that can flip out and flip all the way around, useful for shooting at difficult angles and being able to see the screen when looking at the front of the camera.