Photo Adventure - Lighthouse at Sunset

Took a last minute trip to capture a lighthouse at sunset. I packed my trusty Nikon D3400 and kit lenses (18-55 and 70-300) and headed north to Lake Michigan. Regardless of your equipment (Nikon, Canon, Sony, crop sensor, full sensor, etc.), you can capture some awesome shots under the right conditions.
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Nikon D3400 w/ 18-55 lens: amzn.to/2GQJjpv
Joby DSLR Tripod: amzn.to/2muxoyO
My video on budget tripods: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3jJYWpmjrmeq9k
Lightroom #1 (intro): kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOtaZSfm8icpJY
Lightroom #2 (portrait): kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJzLaGuAnsuXjMU
Lightroom #3 (remove noise): kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnzRoX-YaJedZ9k
Lightroom #4 (isolate color): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpaQmZmFnNSAh68
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Music by: Bryan Mathys (song - Wild Heart) and J Hacha de Zola (song - 7 League Boots)

[@xinq2011]

Just beautiful . Telling people no need to have expensive camera to get fancy photos 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@RealWorld]

Appreciate the feedback!:) Awesome shot is not always about equipment, rather it is about the person using the equipment:).

[@tollisth]

Every time in every video you remind us that is not about the equipment but its all about passion for photography

[@RealWorld]

Agreed!:) Equipment is a factor but not the most important IMO:).

[@cindylang6206]

Beautiful shots! I especially liked the dragonflies. Also love your background music. Keep the videos coming please.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Cindy!:)

[@potatoesofdefiance]

My word...Mark, each one of these shots were stunning!!! Not only you scout the best locations, but how you capture it in your stills and video is just AMAZING! The whole experience of watching your videos is the best thing about Saturdays here and has such a profound de-stressing effect...not to mention the immense educational value. They have helped so many like me connect better with the camera. I used to over-stress on gear before I came across your channel a while back...after that, I know how to work with the limitations of gear I have and have fun. You are a great teacher. Thank you for all you do to spread love for photography. :-)

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and great to hear from you again!:) I firmly believe a great photograph is not necessarily about the gear, rather it is about the photographer behind the gear:). Grab your camera, head out, capture some memories, and have some fun!:)

[@hemmohoving2558]

Relax , unwind and have fun , that's the best way to make great pictures. And some great pictures you made , keep on shooting and posting your great video's.

[@manirai8162]

Beautiful short kept it up with nikon d 3400 with kit 18-55 so sweet

[@rahulr1973]

Super cool this was... Big ingredient in your photography is simple smooth and clear capturing..

[@MukeshSharma30071995]

Amazing photos covering a range of focal lengths and shutter speeds. Patterns in the sky during sunset were amazing. Motivating video to keep myself moving...

[@RealWorld]

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

[@steveboys5369]

Another great video Mark, more please from the RealWorld

[@wahabdilawar]

Brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed. Your photowalk videos make me feel inside the scenery. Thank you very much for your time and effort.

[@anthonyhixon4177]

Missing your videos, but it's always good to rewatch. I would love shooting there too

[@yashpandit9182]

From now onwards I'll be addressing you as " SIR real world". Just mind blowing as it could be. It can't get better then this.

[@RealWorld]

lol - thanks for the post/feedback!:)

[@TimoVee]

Well done, sir! Watching your videos is always a pleasure.

[@WayneIrish]

Always always enjoy your videos. Many thanks .

[@davetakesphotos9974]

Really like your videos and your final photos. Would be great to have a video of your photo editing process. Always like how you have your colours in the pictures. Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@abhroy]

Please check out these 2 posts on Lightroom -- kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpaQmZmFnNSAh68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOtaZSfm8icpJY

[@robcassie2549]

Gorgeous sunset with great bright colors. Amazing photos overall, well done 👍

[@RealWorld]

Appreciate the feedback Rob!:)

[@nigelchase2407]

Great video, awesome compositions, keep them coming.

[@williamlowery9891]

Great photos Sir. Thank you for your wonderful teaching.God blessings to you.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback William and may God bless you and your family:).

[@TheHQS1mme]

Looks great! Love sunset photos, can't beat those colors!!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) The color was awesome ... right place, right time:).

[@williamlowery9891]

Beautiful pictures you are a great teacher. I have learned so much from you about my D3400 and how to take good photos . I am looking forward to your next video. God bless you take care and be safe. thank you for your service to America.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help William and may God bless you and your family:).

[@perihelion54]

Always love your tips! 👍🏻

[@paulclark7664]

Another great video. Thanks a lot !

[@tomnicholas8264]

Really enjoying your photo trips - great images/editing. Looking forward to your next vid.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback Nick!:) Always good to get out and unwind:).

[@ragansei]

i wish in my country we could camp anywhere without fear of getting robbed. Big fan of all your videos, learned a LOT from you.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Kelvin!:) Where are you located?

[@ragansei]

@@RealWorld Hi! I'm from the Dominican Republic, that's In the caribbean. Beautiful country and wonderful people but with bad sides too.

[@fjphoto23]

Nice shots as always! Been a while to see your videos again. Thanks and Keep Safe.

[@avestaabdolhosseinpour3912]

We need to get this guy more views and subs he deserves it

[@RealWorld]

Thank you sir - much appreciated!:)

[@jababnamgay6366]

Beautiful shots

[@mendokusai5823]

Don’t want to wish any teachers of my college and don’t even feel like it for the name sake cause I didn’t get anything out of em rather than just reading away their syallbus & that’s it no more. It was teacher day yesterday in India. You popped in mind suddenly and here I’m wishing you only the best for you, your family, friends. HAPPY TEACHER’s DAY. Truly the best one. Thank you and ordered my Nikon D5600 v excited about it.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Mendokusai and glad to help/teacher in the wonderful world of photography!:) India is a beautiful country loaded with many photo opportunities. The D5600 is a great/solid camera. I use the D3400 on many of my videos which will apply to the D5600 as well. Take time to understand the features, explore, and have fun!:)

[@loekybaltes]

Beautiful video I like the lighthouse and a nice sunset good work one the phosos keep up the good work ,Ole the best Peter from Holland

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Peter and welcome from the United States!:) How is Holland dealing with COVID-19?

[@davidmill7289]

Another inspiring video Mark and more fantastic shots. I’ll have to pop up to Southwold in Suffolk, UK and take some fresh pics of the lighthouse there. They are such wonderful structures.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback and please do - really like lighthouses:).

[@tito40ify]

Great shots as always👍

[@sarvajeetbhalla]

Great Shots

[@efigigelopoulou337]

Really beautiful shots! Please do more often videos ☺️

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:)

[@momentsandmemories24]

Love to see you again with most trustable Nikon D3400. Lot of love from India. ♥️♥️

[@RealWorld]

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

[@mchocolate2301]

Great video as always Sir.

[@richita3177]

As usual, a great inspiring video. I live in Melbourne Australia and currently in a 6 week lockdown. Cant wait til its over a hit the sights for more shots. I was in Western Victoria a couple of months ago and also took some great Sunset Lighthouse snaps. Keep your videos coming. Rick from Aus over

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback:). The United States has went through various lock-downs over the last 3 few months with each state weighing in on the duration/extent. Stay safe!:)

[@Noahronquillo]

as always awesome

[@RamanSingh-sq3gz]

You are such a good photographer.Keep entertaining us☺️🙌.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback!:)

[@Turbo2640]

Loved it, as always. Thank you!

[@isaisthere]

I really appreciate all the obvious effort you put to come up with such informative video. Thanks a million.

[@andrewgrabham4666]

Skill beats expensive (without skill). Really love the 5 second exposure @4:04. Thanks for sharing.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Andrew!:) One of my favorites as well:)

[@bkkcool]

As always great video and shots Sir. Love your posts. You make photography very simple for us learners. Thank you so much

[@RealWorld]

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

[@karankaranrasu9695]

Wonderful images.goodjob man🤝👍📸👌

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Karan!:)

[@markkennethenriquez2521]

Amazing! ❤️ from Phil here.

[@RealWorld]

thanks for the post/feedback Mark and welcome from the United States!:)

[@victorduraisingh6682]

Thank u . Very beautiful shots. I am following to learn your photo technics.

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help Victor and welcome to the channel!:)

[@MissLiveLaughLove1]

You Sir are on a roll. Beautiful images. Thanks for sharing.

[@anushreeSuklabaidya]

Wow!!! You've got some pretty awesome photographs there.

[@abhroy]

Great shots , Sir . I always use your shots as wallpapers on my PC displays & notebooks 🏆🎉🤗 At 1:35 -- joe edelman & thesnapchick -- someday they will sure suggest a GE-M134 for one viable EDC instead of a Ruger Security 9 -- or -- a chainsaw instead of a balisong 😂 LOL Thank YOU , Sir -- for the tutorials , inspiration & wallpapers . Best Regards . Stay Healthy . Stay Free . God Bless 🏆 🎉

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and help with replying to other posts/questions:). Take care and may God bless you and your family!:)

[@DjPorkchop73]

Absolutely beautiful! And no matter how many times you use this opening song/music, I never get tired of it! I love it! And man alive do I miss the dunes. I haven't been in over 25 years. I used to frequent Westchester very often. I' a Joliet Illinois native so that trip wasn't so bad. I loved climbing Mt Tom at the Westchester Dunes. This brought back so many memories. Thankyou so very much!

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhhh - glad to help!:) They closed many of dunes for safety reasons as I believe a small child fell into one (I believe a decaying tree under the dunes gave way). Nonetheless, the child recovered and all is well:).

[@DjPorkchop73]

@@RealWorld Ah glad to hear the child recovered. Too bad they had to close them but truly understand why. So many great memories up there and on the beautiful lake as a young teen and a young adult.

[@StarcraftSlICER]

As always an awesome video and beautiful shots! Stay safe

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and do the same:).

[@IsqueiroMusic]

I love your videos! The shots, the B roll and the music...it makes me feel a lot of peace! Thanks for the awesome video and shots!

[@RealWorld]

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

[@simon01ize]

Great video and phenomenal photographs! it looks an amazing place, with a diverse mixture of subjects to photograph also.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback Simon and yes - it was a great place to take some awesome shots:). My primary goal was the lighthouse ... lighthouses are cool:).

[@simon01ize]

@@RealWorld You're very welcome, and i totally agree! Fantastic shots you took :)

[@FeliciasJourney27]

I bet these shots would be great printed on the tin like i have seen some other photographers do. It gives them a lot of dimension.

[@RealWorld]

Funny you mention this b/c I thought the same:).

[@pamelatuininga1529]

Good to see you again Marc! Great video as always! What a beautiful spot👍🏻👍🏻 I haven’t been out clicking as often as I usually do in the summer but have enjoyed the times I have been out. I wonder if maybe would consider sharing information on the music you use for your videos. You pick some really cool songs! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Pamela!:) I know what you mean ... I will go for a stretch without shooting and then go back to it for various reasons. The music situation is interesting:). I listen/like all types of music but find a certain style to go well with certain videos. The major challenge to any music is licensing. I discovered J Hacha de Zola on a music site a few years ago and exchanged messages with the group ... gaining their permission to use their music. This becomes a win-win for any artist and I am surprised more artists are not eager to get involved (pushing KZbinrs to use their music). Nonetheless, J Hacha de Zola is awesome with a unique sound. I ran into another band on a video/photo shoot ... they had some solid music but various license agreements prevented free use.

[@Srijitupload]

WOW amazing shots. Thanks for sharing, learnt a lot.

[@RealWorld]

Appreciated the feedback!:)

[@pennhillman]

Great colours, also a bonus selfie... Ps love the music.

[@aravinddasam846]

9:56 yes it did🤩

[@richardrizzo_photography]

Stunning images especially those sky shots with the lighthouse. Looking forward to your next.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks Rich - I was blessed with a beautiful sunset ... right place, right time:).

[@BGRRecords]

Love your videos my friend, they have really helped me a lot. Thank you!

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help Will!:)

[@anthonyhixon4177]

We are planning a trip here next year. I'm very excited. Hope everything is going well for you.

[@RealWorld]

Ahhhh yes - it is a great place to visit (the lighthouse makes for some awesome photos) - enjoy the trip and stay safe! :)

[@timw.9466]

Beautiful background music accompanying photos. Good info and images, Thanks for sharing, imo your the best and most entertaining, great video all the way around! Keep them coming, I purchased my Nikon DSLR 3400 camera based on your input and education, best toy I've had in some time, preserving many moments in time. Thanks again... For all you do...

[@RealWorld]

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

[@timw.9466]

@@RealWorld no doubt, my brother in law Gynecologist surgeon Robert Gutman MD, out in Boston, Maryland has a son going to London for College and we'll be getting lots of use out of the Nikkon D3400 then, ahhhh yes, moments in time, memories. Thanks again, for the best photos and corresponding music. Keep doing what you do, by the feedback I'm not alone in my thoughts!

[@pers4855]

Those shots were absolutely stunning

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Craig!:)

[@nidheeshms4499]

really inspiring video......

[@anlsahal4147]

No matter what others say Nikon d3xxx series cameras are quite capable of doing pretty much anything. Love and still use my d3300

[@RealWorld]

Agreed Anil!:) A bit of knowledge and experience can go a long way with the 3000 series:).

[@TeKnoVKNG23]

Amazing shots here sir, really love that 20 sec exposure of the marina.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the feedback!:) I was curious to see if the boats would hold steady and it turned out nice:).

[@madhusudanshrestha250]

you inspire beginners like me. respect to your work. thank you for sharing your ideas

[@RealWorld]

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

[@Mohannad4hmed]

I'm happy to see you uploading again, keep it up man ❤️

[@timw.9466]

My thoughts exactly!

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be back!:)

[@santiagorivas629]

You’re awesome, hands down! 👍🏽

[@RealWorld]

TY:)

[@eponine1966]

Have the gear, but afraid to get back out there. Beautiful photos! Looking forward to the next video!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post Christy - grab your gear and have some fun:).

[@FeliciasJourney27]

I eagerly await your videos. Fun fact, in my state of Mississippi my dad lived in a town called Michigan City. Ty for the great video, as always. I appreciate the metadata you always include too.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post and good to hear from you:). Funny how states assume other state names for cities:).

[@mikeclark3013]

Beautiful shots! As I’ve mentioned before, I love the music you use, especially the one in that first set of shots. And that pink house at the end was something!

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback Mike!:) Ahhhh yes, the pink house - it was different/cool to see (how many times does someone see a pink house?:)).

[@mikeclark3013]

RealWorld it kinda made me think of that old John Mellencamp song “Little Pink Houses.” By the way, I’m still shooting with my T6i, wondering about pulling the trigger on the 90D. 10 FPS interests me, as well as the higher pixel count. I have invested in a couple lenses over the past year: Tamrin 90mm macro (which I absolutely love!) and Tamron 100-400 zoom. Any thoughts on the 90D?

[@RealWorld]

Ahhh yes, I recall the song as well!:) Now you have it - a pink house:). I shot with the Canon 80d for a bit and really like it and the 90d is even better ... higher resolution, higher ISO, faster continuous shutter, better battery life, etc. Canon has done a great with AF and video and this camera is no exception IMO:).

[@MissLiveLaughLove1]

2:42 I just spoke out loud to myself saying, "Mm, That is beautiful."

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback:). I ran/hurried to the lighthouse as I did not want to miss the sunset ... I planned to get on the other side of the break wall and snapped this on the way:).

[@MissLiveLaughLove1]

@@RealWorld Excellent!

[@will1984f]

Amazing shots! Congratulation and thank you for sharing all these tips. Great video overall! I missed the background music, it's great!

[@RealWorld]

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

[@erichochstetler8498]

Great video and pictures! I haven't taken my camera out for awhile and this really motivated me to get out and take pictures. BTW, I'm working on your side of the building now or at least I will be once we get back in the office.

[@RealWorld]

Great to hear from you Eric and hope all is well!:) Always good to grab the camera and relax/unwind:).

[@stevethomas5509]

nice one.....

[@pranayrayana5961]

Every time I just involve in that music and forget to see those images and their properties.. 😂😂

[@RealWorld]

LOL - it grows on you!:)

[@mgmg6133]

Love your videos! Thanks! (I dont even own a camera). :)

[@RandomVideosOfNoConsequence]

Wow how did I miss this video? Thank you again RealWorld! PS - Would you consider doing a tutorial video on REVERSING RINGS for the D3400? I remember a while back you showed us how to do macros cheaply. I bought a reversing ring on Amazon(58mm to use with my cheap 'nifty fifty') but I'm struggling with it because it came without any directions, and I am a total idiot lol.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post!:) Reverse rings can be challenging to work with but doable:).

[@Alex-lj1du]

I took back to back sunrise photoshoots of a lighthouse earlier this week now i need to go up my game

[@RealWorld]

Good times :)

[@pers4855]

I clicked so fast now let me watch the video

[@mindbobler1]

Stay safe bro.. take care... 😃

[@RealWorld]

TY and do the same:).

[@PratikKumar_blade]

Those are some beautiful shots especially the dusk and dawn shots. Did you use the telephoto lens for them because it states 130 mm or more.... Even the dragonfly shot was really beautiful

[@abhroy]

Check at 9:30 mark .

[@johna.benigno4172]

Is it just me, or has anyone else noticed that e-mails from KZbin alerting us to new tutorials have not been coming through of late. I am subscribed, and the "bell" is set to all.

[@RealWorld]

I have experienced various challenges with KZbin/Google over years. Unfortunately, any requests for help seems to fall into a void of some sort:). Perhaps the alerts will start again.

[@johna.benigno4172]

@@RealWorld Hope you're right.

[@darkhorsefotos]

Pictures are so good... I want to learn more about your post production of your images. Please make a video of your post production work. Please please please please please please. 🙏

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I created a handful of Lightroom videos which might be of help: Lightroom #1 (intro): kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOtaZSfm8icpJY Lightroom #2 (portrait): kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJzLaGuAnsuXjMU Lightroom #3 (remove noise): kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnzRoX-YaJedZ9k Lightroom #4 (isolate color): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpaQmZmFnNSAh68 I might create more of anyone is interested. I feel post processing is a key component in the overall shot.

[@darkhorsefotos]

@@RealWorld Thanks for the reply sir

[@MoranGuyVideos]

This is really a challenge sometimes, when you go out and wants to take some photos on one hand but to enjoy with your family on the other hand. sometimes I just feel it impossible as I want to concentrate on one thing to get full joy from it . my solution is to take some pictures with my mobile phone and not put too much effort in it. when I want to capture amazing shots , I need to be more dedicated to the process , have my real camera NIKON D500 , with a good lens and usually go solo. indeed this is relaxing and I'm getting a lot from it to my soul.

[@RealWorld]

LOL - I know the feeling:). Deciding if I should bring my camera gear to grab great shots or simply use my phone to quickly capture the memory. When bringing the camera gear, I am more focused on the shots and not as much on enjoying the moment. I feel it is important to enjoy the moment and typically go out solo to capture great shots:).

[@MoranGuyVideos]

@@RealWorld This is exactly what I'm doing :-)

[@ikogan3753]

Great shots ! Looks like all photos were edited in Light room or similar program at the end. It would be interesting to see your way editing those photos . I have the same gear also.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) You are correct - all were edited to some extent using Lightroom. I created a few videos on using Lightroom which I posted in the description. Nonetheless, I may create a video showing an image start to finish:).

[@ikogan3753]

@@RealWorld This is would be very useful.

[@leafnovice7492]

Always enjoy your videos, and take notice of the metadata stats. Do you always shoot in full manual mode ?

[@RealWorld]

Glad to be of help:). I typically shoot in aperture priority but will use manual at night or under certain conditions (long shutters (trailing lights), fireworks, etc.).

[@deensboss]

Gr8 pics, just wanna know what is the metering mode used and where would be the focus point for such compositions

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback:). I typically use matrix/full metering and typically lock focus about a third to half way out on landscapes. The goal on landscapes is to ensure you achieve focus to infinity. I created a video on depth of field which I mention hyperfocal distance briefly. Hyperfocal distance is the distance from certain point in the scene to infinity that remains in focus. The following video should be of some help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3jIpKuAmr5rldU

[@muhammadafiqsenen4623]

Hi Bro, im from malaysia..when u going to upload new video? i like to watch your video about camera

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/feedback and welcome from the United States!:) Just uploaded a quick video on crop sensors and focal length. I plan to upload more soon so stay tuned and stay safe!:)

[@ridouanelog7596]

Men Beautiful shots ❤️ and if u can tell me what's the best Nd filter for my nikon d3400 ? For day long exposures, Thanks Again ❤️

[@RealWorld]

I created a video using K&F Concepts ND filter which might be of help as well - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZWUcqCwd76DmNE K&F Concepts variable ND filter: amzn.to/2WdhDT8 K&F Concepts stepping rings: amzn.to/2HNrne1

[@scannermb]

In case I missed it what setting do you use when you do these awesome photo shoot outings? Do you just leave the camera in full auto or Program mode or use various settings?

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/question Randy:). I typically use aperture priority and adjust both the aperture and ISO as needed.

[@irenelalouve2679]

inspiring video and great work as always

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/questions Irene!:) I shot in all images in RAW and used an older version of Lightroom to post edit (I placed a few links in the description of this video related to Lightroom). I am not concerned with the number of focus points as I typically use just one:). I lock focus, recompose, and take the shot. A bunch of focus points are nice if you plan to track a fast moving subject through the frame (not something I do often). This camera (the D3400) can shoot video, but you will be challenged regarding auto focus. The camera will hunt and the limited number of focal points will be somewhat challenging (I typically do not shoot video with this camera). What camera did I use to create this video? The DJI OSMO action cam. I created a video on the OSMO which can be found here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHnRkGVufcZ0epo

[@irenelalouve2679]

@@RealWorld thank you so much! I greatly appreciate the info! I was just tracking down some tutorial lightroom videos you made (that you referred to in other comments), I will check out the action camera as well!Take care and stay safe and inspirational as always :)

[@Pilotman13]

Great Shots! I'm living on a remote island in Northern Australia and am not taking the opportunity to take shots as I should be. I really need to get out and see what I can find. I do have a question, and this probably me misunderstanding something but, at the beginning of the video you said you were using the kit lens which implies DX-format. However, in the metadata, you have listed equivalent crop factor focal lengths. I thought DX lenses provided the correct focal length for crop sensor bodies and using an FX lens would introduce a crop factor. I.e using the DX 18-55mm would give 18mm to 55mm on the D3400 while an FX 18-55mm would give 27mm to 82mm on the D3400. So there would be no crop factor using the kit lens. Have I interpreted this correctly or misunderstood something?

[@RealWorld]

Great question/topic Brayden!:) I am seriously giving thought to creating a video going over the crop factor. Nonetheless, crop factor is a comparison to full sensor. If a lens is built for a crop factor camera (i.e. Nikon's DX lenses), the factor will still apply. You might think Nikon would make a 50mm DX lens truly 50mm since it was made for a crop sensor, but no:).

[@Pilotman13]

Thanks for replying RealWorld, I think I understand. I was only thinking about the lens not the sensor. The sensor is not changing size and the focal lengths are the same. DX lenses only pass a circle big enough to fit the crop sensor (cropped by lens), while FX lenses have overhang on crop sensors (cropped by sensor size). But the scene is still being seen at 50mm for example, by the lens, it’s about how much of it hits the sensor

[@sarvajeetbhalla]

Sir did u used 70-300mm as well as I can see some shots taken with 120mm n higher or how the same is achieved with 18-55mm

[@RealWorld]

Good catch and yes, I used the 70-300 kit lens on a handful of shots as well:).

[@rohandesarkar6543]

Sir can you please give us the download link of your photos ? This photos are very good for wallpaper Btw it will be interesting to see u using the 50mm prime lens for night scapes

[@RealWorld]

Appreciate the suggestion - I may see if I can put some together:). I reviewed the fixed 50mm as well and should have some night shots in the vid - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2O3i4mrbN6Nn8k

[@MrXelsior]

I am doing a photoshoot in a few days with a model who is modeling a t-shirt. I have the Nikon d5600. What would be a good aperture to do photos ( from the waist up to her head) where Everything (the shirt and her eyes) would be sharp and clear? I'll probably shoot with the kit lens and the 35 mm lens.

[@RealWorld]

Thanks for the post/question:). I would lean toward using the fixed 35mm as the lens produces solid/sharp images. The aperture would depend on three things (assuming available light is good): 1) distance to the subject 2) desired effect 3) angle of the model. I suspect the distance will be relatively constant. Nonetheless, the distance along with the aperture will determine the depth of field (i.e. from what point to what point will be in focus). The desired effect will come into play if you want a nice soft background or perhaps a background that is more in focus. If the model is angled, you will want to account for a greater depth of field (i.e. higher aperture (more closed down:))). Providing the models shirt is on a similar plane as their face and lighting is relatively good, I would set the ISO to 100, go into aperture mode, and start with f/3.2. Lock focus on the eye and recompose as needed to get the upper body. Adjust the aperture down a one stop and take a few more shots and up a stop and take a few more (it's digital so have fun:)). Hope this helps!:)

[@MrXelsior]

@@RealWorld Thank you very much. That helps a lot.

[@RamanSingh-sq3gz]

Sir which camera did you use here to make this video??

[@RealWorld]

I used the DJO OSMO action cam. I created a review video which can be found here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHnRkGVufcZ0epo ... I used to take bigger equipment, dedicated mic/sound, etc., but really like the OSMO for it's portability. The OSMO is a great action cam and does a good job. The video/sound may not be super impressive but still relatively solid IMO:).

[@GreatestWarrior2049]

Were all the pics handheld?

[@RealWorld]

No, I used a tripod for any shot slower than 1/60 of second.

[@GreatestWarrior2049]

RealWorld ok thank you for responding and making vids about the Nikon!