I bought a D3400 thanks to this channel. It's been awesome (the camera and channel both) I hope he gets to review the Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 for Nikon in the future. I learned a lot using the "kit" 18-55mm but feel like I could finally move up to a faster lens that isn't expensive. PS The Sigma is much MUCH heavier than the 18-55 kit lens and is a little more intimidating out of the box. But you can get one for under $250 with a 77m UV filter now, which is nice.
Real world. Another excellent video. All your videos boosts confidence and keeps our photography thoughts alive. The biggest take away form this is we can click awesome portrait with the kit lens. Eagerly waiting for ur next video.
I always wanted an expensive camera. Thought an expensive camera can take better pictures, until I watched the videos of this genius and then I realised that it's not really the lens but who's behind it that takes awesome photos. And I bought my Nikon D3400. It's an amazing entry level dslr. Thanks for all your videos!!!
Thanks for the post/feedback Murali!:) Fully agree!:) A dynamic/unique/awesome image is not about the gear, rather it is about the person behind the camera. Camera gear can only do so much. The D3400 is a solid/capable camera in my opinion ... a good amount of knowledge and skill go a long way in this world of photography:).
Again, another great video that provides just enough information to get anyone interested in going out with their equipment and taking some great photos. I believe that much of what makes great photography is in the artist's technique, and framing of his/her subject.
Glad to be of help and fully agree!:) The resulting image is not so much about the camera as it is about the photographers ability to work the camera and set composition:).
I think I’ve watch this episode multitude of times. Great model great lighting, love using the kit lens 18-55. The music is just right. Can’t wait until restrictions are lifted with this virus here in the UK and get out there and shoot some photos. Your videos are inspiring and I’m eager to get on my photography journey.
thanks for the post and glad to inspire!:) photography can be a nice escape from the everyday grinned IMO. capture some awesome shots and have some fun! :)
Thank you for great video! I can't stress enough how much I like your approach to support people shooting great stuff with entry level gear. I watched many of your videos, where you used D3400 and I learnt a lot from you. Thanks again!
Sir, I love the way you teach . I have the nikon d3400 and sometimes I feel ashamed as a pro photographer but your video has helped me. Planning to upgrade to a d750 , that's all I think I can afford for now
Great video and nice photos! The vignette you added in post processing really helps the image, taking the emphasis off the background and placing it on the subject. Nice effect.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Good catch - I always like a certain amount of vignette on portraits as it tends to direct the viewers focus towards the subject:).
So glad I found your videos A few months back. Huge plus, the fact that you use the d3400 often! Helps out the novices like me a lot! You are so well spoken and clear. Has helped out a lot!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!! Keep it up :)
Simple and short, advice which is not heavy on wallet...it takes great effort to present an information in simple form..which you do perfectly. Hoping for more videos.
Thanks for the video, very helpful !!! I use that same AF-P lens, pretty good lens overall !!! Like you said, I do prefer the 35 mm 1.8 too. Thanks again !!!
My goodness, you are talking to me in this video. I have been learning post for over four years but just started this year in really shooting. I got me a Nikon D5200, brand new, but yet an old camera. They are so inexpensive, what the heck for my first go round! I have just the one lens and a couple of adapters (macro and micro, which I will be surprised if they do much...LOL). I liked your tips on shooting portraits and will be testing this out this week. Will shoot aperture priority and see how things look. Thanks for the head start! One thing I like about photography is that even when your shot is not really good, you learn from it, so good or bad we learn something new! Thank you for your channel, enjoy it! Rich
Thanks for the post and good to hear from you again:). The D5200 is a nice camera and sounds like you are on the right path ... keep shooting, experimenting, and having fun!:)
One more thing, your model really does a great job. She looks like she is having fun and really puts forth a lot of effort into making a really great shot! If you are coaching her, you are doing it right! Rich
I am happy that you are coming up with such ideas. I have recently bought the Nikon d 3400 only on the basis if your review and i am finding it great for learning photography.thank you . please come up with entry level tips for beginner and intermediate photographers.
Can you please share few RAW files? I'll like to check if it is really shut on d3400 with kit lens and see how it looks like without post-processing. Thank you very much.
I will add my two cents ... the camera will preform good at night providing the correct techniques are implemented. I may focus on night photos using the D3400 in an upcoming video as I think this may help others as well:).
ki own d3400 ot is best for this class or much more. every photo I take it improves my skill and confidence. previously I used nikon 5200 but it broked .now I am happy with the performence of 3400 it really worth buying.have lot of settings And battery 1200 frames worth for 2 days with out charging ...I love it.
Thankyou so much for motivating us that if we don't have costly camera or lens we can do it with what we have like entry level dslr n kit lens. Your videos boost our confidence that we can create beautiful portraits even with kit lens. In which mode you take portrait manual or AV mode.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Many entry level cameras are very capable in my opinion ... a bit of technique and knowledge can go a long way:). I like aperture priority for portraits (Av on Canon, A on Nikon):). Aperture allows you to better control depth of field which is good for portraits.
Another great video. Thank you. The mirror picture at the end was fantastic too! Great idea And a shout out to your 'subject', she looks great in the shots 🖒
Thanks for the post Dale and nice to see another local on the thread!:) I really enjoy the area - a great place to visit and/or stay in my opinion. I featured downtown Carmel in other videos along with downtown Indy which great for photos:).
I just picked myself up a Nikon D3400 and have absolutely been loving your videos. Very informative and easy to follow. I'd hit that like button again if it would let me. Keep up the killer work! On to the next video!!
Its. 25mp camera with 4000*6000 picture quality. The quality will be always good after editing because those numbers are not bad at all! This camera just lacks in a lot technicall parts , like touchscreen, high iso, etc. Thats why it has a low price
Hell yah, I’m in Indiana starting up a photography buisness and I’m looking into cameras for back up and budget set ups for new hires that can handle low end and basic photography senior photos ect
4:11 is an awesome picture , i would like to add something , instead of standing she was stepping forward as if walking the flow and the movement may have added , just a suggestion , all your pics are awesome , im learning lots from you , thank you for the videos .
Try to separate the subject from the background as much as possible. Separation will help to create better blur. The 18-55 is a good option along with the fixed 50 f/1.8. Using this camera to shoot a wedding might be challenging but doable to some extent:).
Was it ever difficult for you to start learning portrait photography? I have done a few that I would call portraits, but I primarily stick to animals, nature, and learning low light photography, in the hand-held form.
It takes a bit of practice, but once you get the hang of it, the process can be lots of fun!:) I can see the end results of many shots before I take the photo. Might sound a bit strange but once you understand the impact of post processing using Lightroom or something similar, you will gain a feel for the end result. Whenever someone wants to immediately see the results, I always say - be patient and you will be rewarded:). I do not mind showing they are quick preview on the back of the camera if you really want to see it, but I prefer for them to wait. It might be similar to buying a house ... if you see the house at the start of the build, you may not think much of it compare to seeing it fully completed:).
Wonderful video. Images are nice and pleasing. Hard to believe that taken from D3400 with kit lens. I will also try to take good portrait shots. Lots of videos you have done sir. Watching one by one and learning. It takes some time to get ideas and practicing. All videos are wonderful. Hats off for your Great job. And in this video, the model with the mirror are interesting one. Nice creativity. Thank you.
Awesome video!!!. I just got blown away as soon as I saw the first photo you took. Woow! I might get this camera. You helped me make up my mind on which camera I should aim at buying. Thanks alot. 🙂
Great questions:). I may speak to this in an upcoming video. I use back button focus, center/single point, and matrix metering (but will somethings switch to center depending on the background and subject).
thanks for the post/question:). since I shoot in RAW, i use Lightroom to post process. post processing can just as fun as taking the photo in my opinion:).
I typically use Aperture priority with a low ISO (i.e. 100). I may raise the ISO if needed to maintain a shutter speed or roughly 1/80 (or no less than 1/60).
I got the d3400 one video you said so.thing abought backstep Focus buttn havent looked through your videos yet but curious which one mentions more about how to use it
Thanks for the post/question:). Since I shoot in RAW, I post process all to some extent ... in this case, I post processed in Lightroom and applied a small amount of vibrance .
I appreciate your videos since this is the camera I have. Could you make a video in how to take photos for modeling? I am a fashion designer student and I am working in my brand from now before I graduate in 5 months from now. I have been creating products but I would love to do my own photo shootings in a more professional way without going to school for that. Thanks!
Thanks for the post/feedback and congratulations on your soon to be graduation!:) I may add this to my list of ideas. I have another video which covers different poses that might be of help as well - th-cam.com/video/2flG77SpW0Q/w-d-xo.html
Thought about get our first dslr in August. It's going to be a Nikon d3300 or d5300. I want to able put external mic in one of them I wish d3400 has a mic jack :(. And also I want to get a prime lens like 50mm 1.8f what do you think of Yongnuo 50mm for Nikon?
Thanks for the post/feedback/question!:) They both share the same sensor and resolution. The main difference in the screen. The D5300 has a rotating screen which can be nice. In addition the D5300 has more focal points and built-in time lapse which can be fun:). Image quality will be very similar though.
well i own a d3500 and i always use the focus and recompose method. A lot of people say it is wrong especially with prime lenses. Do pro photographers use this method and did you do the same here? Should i use one of the 11 focus points which is closer to my subject?
I know many photographers that lock focus and recompose (using prime lenses as well):). Is it wrong - no:). I believe there are many ways to approach a photo and not certain there is one absolute right method as proof is in the results. If there is a drastic difference in exposure after recomposing, I may use one of the focal points.
Hey, good video RealWorld. You have lot of videos which is very informative. I am beginner, I have ordered D5300, I hope this is a good gear to start with. Thank you.
Lightroom is the go-to package for most photographers. I created a videos which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/tqd_Cnk-FBM/w-d-xo.html ... th-cam.com/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/w-d-xo.html ... th-cam.com/video/nkh78JifdVc/w-d-xo.html ... links to purchase Lightroom can be found in the description of those videos. A free alternative/option is RawTherapee.com - good features but not the most user friendly:).
My understanding (which might be wrong) is that the lower the number of aperture you have - aka wider apreture - the better and more blur or bokeh you will have. So makes me wonder why you use around f5 on most photos, rather than the lowest possible on the kit lens which is 3.5? or is it that my understanding is totally wrong? thanks :D
Thanks for the post/question Mehdi:). You are on the right path ... the lower the number, the wider the aperture, the better the bokeh. The widest aperture is 3.5 on the 18-55 at 18mm and the widest at 55mm is 5.6. If you see f/5 on some photos, I was most likely close to 55mm:). This is what makes the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) or 35 ( th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ) nice - a wide open aperture of f/1.8:).
@@RealWorld Thanks for the reply! May I ask what would determine the focal length that you would choose? I have just discovered your channel so been watching a lot of your videos and loving it, will be spending a lot of time here :D Just got a D3400 with the single lens kit to start me off in the DSLR world. Keep up the awesome videos mate! Love and peace from New Zealand
Glad to be of help Mehdi!:) The focal length is determined by personal preference and scene composition for the most part, although the wider the angle, the wider the aperture. When shooting with a zoom lens, I typically stay 30mm or higher. One dedicated lens to consider is the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) or fixed 35 ( th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ) both of which are great for portraits, low light situations, etc.
Thanks for the feedback:). The settings (aperture, ISO, and shutter speed) are listed on each image in the upper left corner - should help to some extent:).
I recently released a video on the 35 which can be found here - th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html and the 50 which can be found here - th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ... both are solid and great additions to any bag in my opinion. You could wait if you want but should be fine to tackle both at the same time. The 18-55 will be the go-to lens but the 35 and/or 50 will be go-to for various situations (portraits, low-light, etc.).
Yes, they can typically get more bokeh (background blur). The bokeh is not caused by the fixed lens, rather it is caused by the aperture. Most fixed lenses can open wider than zooms, so fixed lenses are typically better at producing great bokeh (like the fixed 50 and fixed 35 which i recently reviewed):).
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Would be best to push the ISO as low as possible to help eliminate any noise. 200-600 is typically not a big deal but I would got to 100 if possible. With the shutter at 1/1600 appears I could have easily went to 100 but did not:).
Thanks for the post/question Rachel:). Yes, I used various focal lengths in the video although not many in the wider range:). The key is to open the aperture as wide as possible.
This channel feels like a father teaching you his life skills over the weekend.
LOL - glad to be of help!:)
So true
This dude really needs to be more popular, thank you for everything that you do, and please keep doing it, we all appreciate it!
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Stay tuned as more vids are on the way:).
I bought a D3400 thanks to this channel. It's been awesome (the camera and channel both) I hope he gets to review the Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 for Nikon in the future. I learned a lot using the "kit" 18-55mm but feel like I could finally move up to a faster lens that isn't expensive. PS The Sigma is much MUCH heavier than the 18-55 kit lens and is a little more intimidating out of the box. But you can get one for under $250 with a 77m UV filter now, which is nice.
You are most humble camera reviewer
Thanks for the post/feedback:).
This guy is the reason I bought a D3400
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Welcome to the world of DSLRs:)
The same reason we also bought one to.......
Really I got one too in last week after seeing his video on D3400. So already have 3 people here :)
Me too :D
Same hare :D was not convinced about buying it, but after spending some time watching his D3400 videos I it without a second thought :D
Real world. Another excellent video. All your videos boosts confidence and keeps our photography thoughts alive. The biggest take away form this is we can click awesome portrait with the kit lens. Eagerly waiting for ur next video.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) You are correct - feel confident with your camera and the ability to take some great portraits!:)
I'm getting a D3400 and this was very informative. Thank you, this was clear and precise.
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)
Picked up a D3400 about a week ago and your videos have made it easy to understand the capabilities of the camera! Thank you!
I always wanted an expensive camera. Thought an expensive camera can take better pictures, until I watched the videos of this genius and then I realised that it's not really the lens but who's behind it that takes awesome photos. And I bought my Nikon D3400. It's an amazing entry level dslr. Thanks for all your videos!!!
Thanks for the post/feedback Murali!:) Fully agree!:) A dynamic/unique/awesome image is not about the gear, rather it is about the person behind the camera. Camera gear can only do so much. The D3400 is a solid/capable camera in my opinion ... a good amount of knowledge and skill go a long way in this world of photography:).
2nd reply: still loving my 18-55mm kit lens and have now added a DX 55-mm-200 lens and loving BOTH lens images...thanks again for your video!
It did inspire me. I have a fixed 50 but just knowing that I have more options gives me more variety. Thank you so much
Awesome and thanks for the post/feedback!:) The fixed 50 is a solid lens and really enjoy it whenever I have the chance to shoot!:)
Again, another great video that provides just enough information to get anyone interested in going out with their equipment and taking some great photos. I believe that much of what makes great photography is in the artist's technique, and framing of his/her subject.
Glad to be of help and fully agree!:) The resulting image is not so much about the camera as it is about the photographers ability to work the camera and set composition:).
I think I’ve watch this episode multitude of times. Great model great lighting, love using the kit lens 18-55. The music is just right. Can’t wait until restrictions are lifted with this virus here in the UK and get out there and shoot some photos.
Your videos are inspiring and I’m eager to get on my photography journey.
thanks for the post and glad to inspire!:) photography can be a nice escape from the everyday grinned IMO. capture some awesome shots and have some fun! :)
Thank you for doing tutorials for entry level cameras.
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)
Thank you for great video! I can't stress enough how much I like your approach to support people shooting great stuff with entry level gear. I watched many of your videos, where you used D3400 and I learnt a lot from you. Thanks again!
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Stay tuned as I will have more videos on the way:).
Very good sir! Thanks for the inspiration! It's all about the artist, not the gear!
You killed that photoshoot man, the kit lens is good
Thanks for the post/feedback Craig!:)
Sir, I love the way you teach . I have the nikon d3400 and sometimes I feel ashamed as a pro photographer but your video has helped me. Planning to upgrade to a d750 , that's all I think I can afford for now
glad to be of help!:) the D750 is a great full frame camera and will do a great job!:)
GREAT KIT LENS PHOTOGRAPHY WITH THE D3400, and the music helped set the tone...THANKS!
thanks for the post/feedback!:)
I can't wait for the post processing series. Thank you for your work, keep it up!
Thanks for the post/feedback!:)
Great video and nice photos! The vignette you added in post processing really helps the image, taking the emphasis off the background and placing it on the subject. Nice effect.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Good catch - I always like a certain amount of vignette on portraits as it tends to direct the viewers focus towards the subject:).
So glad I found your videos A few months back. Huge plus, the fact that you use the d3400 often! Helps out the novices like me a lot! You are so well spoken and clear. Has helped out a lot!! Thank you!!!!!!!!!! Keep it up :)
Just bought d3400. Although it is relatively old it is above my expectations. Greetings from Bulgaria!
Thanks for the post Dan - it is an awesome capable camera ... a bit of knowledge and experience go a long way:). Welcome from the United States!:)
picking up a d3400 with the 18-55 and 70-300 next week, will be my first, your videos have helped a lot! :)
Simple and short, advice which is not heavy on wallet...it takes great effort to present an information in simple form..which you do perfectly.
Hoping for more videos.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) More on the way:).
Thanks for the video, very helpful !!! I use that same AF-P lens, pretty good lens overall !!! Like you said, I do prefer the 35 mm 1.8 too. Thanks again !!!
My goodness, you are talking to me in this video. I have been learning post for over four years but just started this year in really shooting. I got me a Nikon D5200, brand new, but yet an old camera. They are so inexpensive, what the heck for my first go round! I have just the one lens and a couple of adapters (macro and micro, which I will be surprised if they do much...LOL). I liked your tips on shooting portraits and will be testing this out this week. Will shoot aperture priority and see how things look. Thanks for the head start! One thing I like about photography is that even when your shot is not really good, you learn from it, so good or bad we learn something new!
Thank you for your channel, enjoy it!
Rich
Thanks for the post and good to hear from you again:). The D5200 is a nice camera and sounds like you are on the right path ... keep shooting, experimenting, and having fun!:)
One more thing, your model really does a great job. She looks like she is having fun and really puts forth a lot of effort into making a really great shot! If you are coaching her, you are doing it right!
Rich
Really liked the mirror. Great idea.
Thanks for the feedback - made for a nice shot:)
I am happy that you are coming up with such ideas. I have recently bought the Nikon d 3400 only on the basis if your review and i am finding it great for learning photography.thank you . please come up with entry level tips for beginner and intermediate photographers.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) I will create more videos of various topics so stay tuned:).
Hi, sorry one more thing, can u plz make a video on canon eos 77D?
Can you please share few RAW files?
I'll like to check if it is really shut on d3400 with kit lens and see how it looks like without post-processing.
Thank you very much.
I got myself the D3400 with the 18-55 and 70-300. All I can say is that it gives amazing pictures!
Calle Johansson how is the image quality at night
I will add my two cents ... the camera will preform good at night providing the correct techniques are implemented. I may focus on night photos using the D3400 in an upcoming video as I think this may help others as well:).
Continue with the great videos! I've learned so much on how to control my camera, D3400!
Woah! Wasn't expecting to see my hometown lol. Great video, thanks for the tips and inspiring confidence!
Thank you so much have a dslr I got for a birthday 1 year ago never opened it, glad I came across your video
Glad to be of help - open the camera and enjoy the ride! :)
28 people are just HATERS. thumbs up for wholesome content
LOL - thanks for the post/feedback!:)
Your videos have helped me out tremendously. I bought my first DSLR a couple of weeks ago (D3400). Thank you very much! Greetings from Norway!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Welcome from the United States!:)
First :) I really love your videos for beginners with entry level DSLRs !
Thanks for the post/feedback!:)
ki own d3400 ot is best for this class or much more. every photo I take it improves my skill and confidence. previously I used nikon 5200 but it broked .now I am happy with the performence of 3400 it really worth buying.have lot of settings And battery 1200 frames worth for 2 days with out charging ...I love it.
Awww. I used to live right by the Indy canal. Brings back memories. But more importantly, thank you for this video!!
Ahhhhh welcome back (via video/photos) and glad to be of help!:)
Very nice video Sir.
I too have Nikon D3400.
Apparture mode produces some excellent pics.
Thank you.
Keep teaching us.
Thank you for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) The D3400 is a capable camera once out of full auto mode:).
Thankyou so much for motivating us that if we don't have costly camera or lens we can do it with what we have like entry level dslr n kit lens. Your videos boost our confidence that we can create beautiful portraits even with kit lens. In which mode you take portrait manual or AV mode.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Many entry level cameras are very capable in my opinion ... a bit of technique and knowledge can go a long way:). I like aperture priority for portraits (Av on Canon, A on Nikon):). Aperture allows you to better control depth of field which is good for portraits.
Another great video. Thank you. The mirror picture at the end was fantastic too! Great idea
And a shout out to your 'subject', she looks great in the shots 🖒
I am a beginner. I am watching all your videos every day. Thank you very much!!!
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)
I just subscribed! I'm so thrilled learning from this awesome dude.
Thanks for the post and welcome to the channel!:)
Great video, when I saw the canal in the background I realized I'm in your area. Thanks for sharing, great channel you're running
Thanks for the post Dale and nice to see another local on the thread!:) I really enjoy the area - a great place to visit and/or stay in my opinion. I featured downtown Carmel in other videos along with downtown Indy which great for photos:).
Thank you so much
I just picked myself up a Nikon D3400 and have absolutely been loving your videos. Very informative and easy to follow. I'd hit that like button again if it would let me. Keep up the killer work! On to the next video!!
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Welcome to the channel and stay tuned for more videos!:)
another great video, thanks for your time and effort. the D3400 is my first journey into DSLR's and I love it. keep making great videos.
Thanks for the post/feedback Daniel and glad to be of help!:)
Hi, where is the video d7000 + 50mm? thanks
i have a vid on the fixed 50 but not paired with the d7000:) ... th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html
Absolutely stunning pictures, views must to be much more
Thanks for the post/feedback!:)
need you to do a video how u edit never know that d3400 can produce good quality image
Middle finger
Wow even when you try to offend you just sound like a stupid crying baby
Its. 25mp camera with 4000*6000 picture quality. The quality will be always good after editing because those numbers are not bad at all! This camera just lacks in a lot technicall parts , like touchscreen, high iso, etc. Thats why it has a low price
@@lyaxedm1825 A simple but helpful comment, thnx! Planning on buying d3500 next week.
You really make good informative videos.. u put lot of efforts.. thanks for that
Glad to be of help and thanks for the feedback!:)
That 18-55mm kit lens isn't too bad of a lens ! But of coarse the primes , 35mm , 50 mm and 85 mm will do sharper portraits !
Agreed ... really like the fixed 50:).
Thanks for the tips I wonder if the photos are edited
Glad to be of help!:) Yes, since I shoot in RAW, I post process to some extent in Lightroom:).
Hell yah, I’m in Indiana starting up a photography buisness and I’m looking into cameras for back up and budget set ups for new hires that can handle low end and basic photography senior photos ect
Ahhhhh yes, a fellow Hoosier!:) The D3400 or the like should work as a good backup if needed.
4:11 is an awesome picture , i would like to add something , instead of standing she was stepping forward as if walking the flow and the movement may have added , just a suggestion , all your pics are awesome , im learning lots from you , thank you for the videos .
Thanks for the post/suggestion Peter!:) Too funny as I thought the same when post processing!:)
I would love to learn how to do portraits I have a d3100 can l do it with this camera please
Thanks for the post/question:). Yes - absolutely, you can use the D31000 in a similar manner to the D3400 in this video:).
RealWorld wot wud u put it in to get good picture
Aperture mode (wide open to get good background blur) > low ISO if you have good light > lock focus on the eye:)
RealWorld wot if it is not very good background wot do i do than? Wud u use this camera at a wedding with a 50 to 200 lens or a 18 to 55 lens
Try to separate the subject from the background as much as possible. Separation will help to create better blur. The 18-55 is a good option along with the fixed 50 f/1.8. Using this camera to shoot a wedding might be challenging but doable to some extent:).
Was it ever difficult for you to start learning portrait photography? I have done a few that I would call portraits, but I primarily stick to animals, nature, and learning low light photography, in the hand-held form.
It takes a bit of practice, but once you get the hang of it, the process can be lots of fun!:) I can see the end results of many shots before I take the photo. Might sound a bit strange but once you understand the impact of post processing using Lightroom or something similar, you will gain a feel for the end result. Whenever someone wants to immediately see the results, I always say - be patient and you will be rewarded:). I do not mind showing they are quick preview on the back of the camera if you really want to see it, but I prefer for them to wait. It might be similar to buying a house ... if you see the house at the start of the build, you may not think much of it compare to seeing it fully completed:).
I own a d3400 and get great results from it ..thanks for tips
Wonderful video. Images are nice and pleasing. Hard to believe that taken from D3400 with kit lens. I will also try to take good portrait shots.
Lots of videos you have done sir. Watching one by one and learning. It takes some time to get ideas and practicing. All videos are wonderful. Hats off for your Great job.
And in this video, the model with the mirror are interesting one. Nice creativity.
Thank you.
Thanks for the post/feedback Ravi!:) The mirror was a fun shot!:)
Awesome video!!!. I just got blown away as soon as I saw the first photo you took. Woow! I might get this camera. You helped me make up my mind on which camera I should aim at buying. Thanks alot. 🙂
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
What is your menu settings for these? ADL, iso, Focus mode, Area, and metering? Thanks!
Great questions:). I may speak to this in an upcoming video. I use back button focus, center/single point, and matrix metering (but will somethings switch to center depending on the background and subject).
people worry too much about what they don't have.. me included sadly... thanks for the effort... very inspiring.
Excellent tutorial and super cute model
Glad to be of help!:)
The images u displayed.. are they edited or unedited? They look so beautiful ❤️
thanks for the post/question:). since I shoot in RAW, i use Lightroom to post process. post processing can just as fun as taking the photo in my opinion:).
Love you videos Sir! Right to the point for us folks with pockets not so deep.
Thanks for the feedback Charlie and glad to be of help!:)
Sir please tell how to put black cinematic bar on photos , i have d7100 with 28-105mm kit lens.
This is either 1) handled in post edit /or/ 2) happens naturally when viewing a 16:9 image on a 4:3 screen that does not auto fit/stretch:).
I see so much stuff about the Nikon D3500 that this camera 🎥 is much better than ALL.
Thanks for the post/feedback Alberto and glad to be of help!:)
Where was the pics taken where the water way is?
The canal in downtown Indy:). A nice place for photos in my opinion:).
Great video, sir which song in background
Thanks for the feedback!:) Music by: J Hacha de Zola (song is League Boots)
What setting have you used here ?
I typically use Aperture priority with a low ISO (i.e. 100). I may raise the ISO if needed to maintain a shutter speed or roughly 1/80 (or no less than 1/60).
I got the d3400 one video you said so.thing abought backstep Focus buttn havent looked through your videos yet but curious which one mentions more about how to use it
Not a problem - take a look here: th-cam.com/video/6qUebpQeclY/w-d-xo.html
Thank you got it all set up
How did you saturate the pics ? Did you applied any filter for them ? Or tell any editing app you used
Thanks for the post/question:). Since I shoot in RAW, I post process all to some extent ... in this case, I post processed in Lightroom and applied a small amount of vibrance .
Sir , what is the focal length of the images ? Btw gr8 shots
all were taken with the 18-55 but i did not post the actual focal length in the vid ... i started posting the focal length of recent videos though:).
I appreciate your videos since this is the camera I have. Could you make a video in how to take photos for modeling? I am a fashion designer student and I am working in my brand from now before I graduate in 5 months from now. I have been creating products but I would love to do my own photo shootings in a more professional way without going to school for that. Thanks!
Thanks for the post/feedback and congratulations on your soon to be graduation!:) I may add this to my list of ideas. I have another video which covers different poses that might be of help as well - th-cam.com/video/2flG77SpW0Q/w-d-xo.html
so all this photos are in Raw edited?
Thought about get our first dslr in August. It's going to be a Nikon d3300 or d5300. I want to able put external mic in one of them I wish d3400 has a mic jack :(. And also I want to get a prime lens like 50mm 1.8f what do you think of Yongnuo 50mm for Nikon?
Is that the VR II
What do you think about Nikon D5300 over Nikon D3400?
And your explanation, practices are wasome...
Thanks for the post/feedback/question!:) They both share the same sensor and resolution. The main difference in the screen. The D5300 has a rotating screen which can be nice. In addition the D5300 has more focal points and built-in time lapse which can be fun:). Image quality will be very similar though.
Thanks for your great idea....
well i own a d3500 and i always use the focus and recompose method. A lot of people say it is wrong especially with prime lenses. Do pro photographers use this method and did you do the same here? Should i use one of the 11 focus points which is closer to my subject?
I know many photographers that lock focus and recompose (using prime lenses as well):). Is it wrong - no:). I believe there are many ways to approach a photo and not certain there is one absolute right method as proof is in the results. If there is a drastic difference in exposure after recomposing, I may use one of the focal points.
If you take the photos on RAW then how did you upload the photos? sorry Im new in photograph
you can never go wrong with aperture priority :)
Hey. Do u use aperture priority while u taking pictures like this?
thanks for the question tiffanny - yes, i most often use aperture priority:).
i love watching your video reviews very informative. keep up the good work.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
Hey, good video RealWorld. You have lot of videos which is very informative. I am beginner, I have ordered D5300, I hope this is a good gear to start with. Thank you.
Glad to be of help!:) The D5300 should work well.
@@RealWorld Thank you 👍
Wich application u using for editing
I use Adobe Lightroom ... a solid product:).
RealWorld thank u sir
How to take self timers?!??
You're very knowledgeable. I'm getting a lot of useful tips from your channel. Thanks. Keep it up!
Pank
Thanks for the post/feedback Pank and glad to be of help!:)
How many pictures can you take with full charge in d3400 ? I get only 200-250 photos..
Nikon states 1200 on a full charge under ideal conditions:).
Nice and informative ideas
Do you use any filters?
Not in this video but I do like variable ND filters to capture trailing lights or flowing water:).
I need some suggestions on which software's I can use to enhance the pics....accepting the fact that I also use d3400 😊😊😊 with the kit lens
Lightroom is the go-to package for most photographers. I created a videos which might be of help - th-cam.com/video/tqd_Cnk-FBM/w-d-xo.html ... th-cam.com/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/w-d-xo.html ... th-cam.com/video/nkh78JifdVc/w-d-xo.html ... links to purchase Lightroom can be found in the description of those videos. A free alternative/option is RawTherapee.com - good features but not the most user friendly:).
My understanding (which might be wrong) is that the lower the number of aperture you have - aka wider apreture - the better and more blur or bokeh you will have. So makes me wonder why you use around f5 on most photos, rather than the lowest possible on the kit lens which is 3.5? or is it that my understanding is totally wrong? thanks :D
Thanks for the post/question Mehdi:). You are on the right path ... the lower the number, the wider the aperture, the better the bokeh. The widest aperture is 3.5 on the 18-55 at 18mm and the widest at 55mm is 5.6. If you see f/5 on some photos, I was most likely close to 55mm:). This is what makes the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) or 35 ( th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ) nice - a wide open aperture of f/1.8:).
@@RealWorld Thanks for the reply! May I ask what would determine the focal length that you would choose?
I have just discovered your channel so been watching a lot of your videos and loving it, will be spending a lot of time here :D Just got a D3400 with the single lens kit to start me off in the DSLR world. Keep up the awesome videos mate! Love and peace from New Zealand
Glad to be of help Mehdi!:) The focal length is determined by personal preference and scene composition for the most part, although the wider the angle, the wider the aperture. When shooting with a zoom lens, I typically stay 30mm or higher. One dedicated lens to consider is the fixed 50 ( th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ) or fixed 35 ( th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html ) both of which are great for portraits, low light situations, etc.
Is it worth getting a VR lens for a 18-55mm or is there not much difference for amateur portrait and landscape photography at that length
Photos are awesome but do guide about the settings that is to be done before
Thanks for the feedback:). The settings (aperture, ISO, and shutter speed) are listed on each image in the upper left corner - should help to some extent:).
@@RealWorld thanks will watch it again
I want to get a 35mm for portraits (d3400) but not sher if i should master the kit lens first (iam a begginer)
I recently released a video on the 35 which can be found here - th-cam.com/video/BG0eZZaMmYE/w-d-xo.html and the 50 which can be found here - th-cam.com/video/e2TZVu7yZig/w-d-xo.html ... both are solid and great additions to any bag in my opinion. You could wait if you want but should be fine to tackle both at the same time. The 18-55 will be the go-to lens but the 35 and/or 50 will be go-to for various situations (portraits, low-light, etc.).
Ok awsome
Prime lens can get us more bokke effect??
Yes, they can typically get more bokeh (background blur). The bokeh is not caused by the fixed lens, rather it is caused by the aperture. Most fixed lenses can open wider than zooms, so fixed lenses are typically better at producing great bokeh (like the fixed 50 and fixed 35 which i recently reviewed):).
Great video.. thank you very much.. These photos were shot with flash?
Thanks for the post/feedback/question!:) All photos were taken hand-held without flash:).
I'm following u always & teaching day by day!!!
Glad to be of help!:)
Nice video sir and 1/1600 f/4 and iso 200 is best for portrait photoshoot ?
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Would be best to push the ISO as low as possible to help eliminate any noise. 200-600 is typically not a big deal but I would got to 100 if possible. With the shutter at 1/1600 appears I could have easily went to 100 but did not:).
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This video is old I know but maybe someone can help - using the kit lens which focal length did you choose? Just switch between 35 and 50-55mm?
Thanks for the post/question Rachel:). Yes, I used various focal lengths in the video although not many in the wider range:). The key is to open the aperture as wide as possible.
@@RealWorld gotcha! Thank you for replying as well!! Your videos are very helpful. 😊