
Native ISO sensitivity range is now 100 to 25,600 (the D3300 offered the same overall sensitivity range, but you needed to use an expanded ISO above 12,800). Image processing is handled by the Nikon EXPEED 4 processor (also seen in the D3400's predecessor as well as numerous other more expensive models in Nikon's lineup, including the D810 and D750). The D3400's imaging performance starts with its 24.2-megapixel APS-C (DX-format) CMOS sensor, likely a tweaked version of the sensor used by its predecessor. What other features and performance does this budget-friendly DSLR offer? Let's find out! Nikon D3400 continues to offer 24 megapixels, EXPEED 4 processor
While aimed at new DSLR users and budding photographers, Nikon hopes that the D3400 will be able to help users grow through the use of its Guide Mode. Equipped with always-on Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), the D3400 is always ready to help you share your memories.
"Compact yet powerful" is how Nikon describes their new entry-level DSLR, the D3400.
Jaunary 2017:The Nkon D3400 won our Best Entry-level DSLR for 2016 award by offering what we believe is the best image quality in its class at a very budget-friendly price. Even though the addition of SnapBridge support via Bluetooth LE wasn't as useful as we had hoped, click here for more on why the D3400 still earned our votes. June 2018: The Nikon D3400 was awarded 1st place (along with the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 G lens) in our Best Portrait Cameras Under $1000 !. A dual-lens kit which adds the unstabilized AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED lens currently sells for only around US$500, about $500 less than first announced! Imaging Resource rating The Nikon D3400 is currently available in black or red in a kit with the new AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens for around US$500, about $150 less than when first introduced. SnapBridge is slow and limited Poor continuous autofocus No built-in Wi-Fi Mediocre video features. ProsĬompact DSLR camera body Excellent image quality Reliable single-shot autofocus Good continuous JPEG shooting performance New kit lens has improved AF Great value at current prices. Some of its capabilities may be lacking, particularly with regard to continuous autofocus, video and its new SnapBridge support, but compared to its peers, the D3400 still proves to be an excellent entry-level DSLR at a great price. The Nikon D3400 combines great image quality from its 24-megapixel APS-C sensor with a user-friendly design and good, reliable performance across the board.