November 13, 2017

Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera for Beginners


Nikon has the latest camera that is Nikon D3400, This is a DSLR camera that is suitable for beginners, the camera has a lens with new autofocus (AF-P). Nikon D3400 camera is not much different from the Nikon D3300 camera. The resulting image quality is the same, the 11 point autofocus system. Video recording 1080 / 60p video, and the speed of taking pictures in a row 5 photos per second.

New technology used in this camera is Snapbridge technology. this technology can connect the camera with the phone with Bluetooth low energy (BLE), with this then more efficient than using wifi. then you can connect the camera with the phone in a row and do not worry the battery runs out quickly.

For Power Efficiency also increased, 700 photos per battery in Nikon D3300 camera to 1200 photos. with this then you can walk around with this camera all day. Nikon also alluded to the updated Guide Mode to make it easier for users or beginners to learn photography. Unfortunately there are also reduced features, namely sensor anti-dust cleaning system, and external mic port which is usually used by videographer to monitor audio.

Unlike other camera makers who currently focus on the development of mirrorless cameras, Nikon keeps making DSLR cameras. There are no signs Nikon will seriously create a mirrorless camera to replace its DSLR camera system. So far, Nikon has a mirrorless camera system, Nikon 1, but many critics that the sensor is too small so the quality is not too different from the compact camera.

With the announcement of Nikon D3400, it is clear Nikon still continues to use a fairly conservative strategy that uses old camera components and add new technology. Snapbridge technology is certainly useful and relevant to the present era that likes to share photos quickly to social media via mobile phones.

Development of the kit lens is also my good value because AF-P allows autofocus lens more smooth and not noisy for the purposes of photos and video. Nikon AF-P lens 70-300mm f / 4.5-6.3 looks quite compact with affordable price. It seems to be very helpful for far subject shooting like wildlife and sports activities.

Nikon D3400 price varies depending on the lens package. Scheduled to be available in September 2016, the Nikon D3400 + AF-P 18-55mm f / 3.5-5.6G will be priced at $ 649, and with a non-VR telephoto of 70-300mm f / 4.5-6.3G will be priced at $ 999. 70-300mm lens is quite compact, ie only 400 grams. For telephoto lenses that range up to 300mm (equivalent 450mm) this lens is lightweight.

For those who do not need the new technology Snapbridge, there is no harm to glance at the Nikon D3300, DSLR cameras are sold slightly below Rp 5 million, the image quality and features similar to the new D3400.

This camera is aimed at beginner photographers or who just want to learn photography. My suggestion choose a lens package that has anti-vibration feature, VR, especially its 70-300mm. The longer the lens, the VR becomes more important.
Nikon D3400 DSLR Camera for Beginners
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