Nikon D3400 Detailed Review

In additional D3400 was introduced by Nikon in August 2016. It belongs to the Beginner DSLRs category.

Nikon is well-known and shouldn’t require further introduction, please see our manufacturer’s page for more digital cameras by Nikon.

Also D3400 features a CMOS sensor in APS-C size (with Nikon cameras: DX)that has an area of approximately 24 x 16 mm² (0.93″ x 0.61″).

Picture of D3400’s sensor compared to popular format.

The 1-Euro coin has a diameter of 23.25mm.

The D3400’s sensor has resolution of 24 megapixel.

The Nikon supports taking images in RAW. RAW images are stored as they come from the sensor, without any in-camera processing or sharpening. Converting to JPEG or other formats takes place on the computer, using software like Adobe Lightroom or Nikon’s RAW converter. This involves one extra processing step but almost always results in superior image quality. Some filters, like converting to monochrome (black and white) will only yield decent results when used with RAW images.

The D3400 does not have a mechanism for automatic sensor cleaning. Dust that collects on the sensor has to be removed with a blower or brush.

The D3400 has an optical viewfinder with a penta mirror. Viewfinders with a penta mirror are typical for entry level cameras. The viewfinder covers 95% of the field of view and has a magnification of 0.53x, an average value for a viewfinder like this.

The D3400’s shutter speed varies from 1/4000s to 30s.

The D3400’s sensitivity goes from 100 ISO und 25600 ISO, a very useful and practical range.

The D3400 supports all general exposure modes.

The Nikon allows spot exposure for the difficult occasion.

The D3400’s auto focus processor uses 11 AF points (or sensors). A basic rule of thumb says that the more AF points you have, the better. More AF points mean a better chance to have a point at the location of interest in a scene, a big plus in challenging situations (e.g. when picking a single face in a crowd).

Manual focus is also possible with the Nikon, a plus in tricky situations or for some creative freedom.

The D3400 has a built-in flash with a diapason of up to 7m (23 ft.). That range will fit for almost all occasion.

The D3400 features a monitor with a diagonal of 76.00mm (3.0 in.) and a resolution of c. 0.92 megapixel. That’s about average.

Unfortunately, the D3400’s monitor is not articulated. That can make it tricky to frame your subject in some situations, e.g. when taking selfies.

The D3400 does not feature a touch screen.

Display characteristics at a glance:

D3400 video supported the resolution with 1920 x 1080 pixel.

ACamera is not equipped with an external microphone.

Nikon D3400 Video parameters:

The camera lets you transfer images and videos to the smartphone over Bluetooth (Note: Bluetooth connections will not always transmit images or videos with full resolution.)

However, the camera can be controlled over a wired connection.

Connect the Nikon to a monitor or TV set over HDMI.

The Nikon supports USB 2.0.

Connection parameters:

The camera supports SD HC and SD XC cards.

Memory cards characteristics:

The Nikon D3400 has a EN-EL14a LiIon battery. The battery provides a shooting life of 1200 shots. It`s enough for one day or more.

The D3400’s battery battery parameters:

The Nikon D3400’s size is 124.0 x 98 x 75.5mm³. (4.9″ x 3.9″ x 3.0″). That dimensions are without lens. The weight of camera is 4.9″ x 3.9″ x 3.0″ grams (445 oz.) without lens weight.

Here is front and top view of the D3400:

For a better idea of the size of the camera, takes a look off camera and ID card comparison image.