Nikon D3500 Sample Photos
Here are some sample photos I’ve taken with a Nikon D3500 to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Nikon Cameras & Lenses
Reviews, tests, and tips of Nikon cameras and lenses.
Nikon D3400 Video Modes Explained
Here’s a rundown of the various features and modes of the Nikon D3400 for shooting video.
Shooting Video with the Nikon D3500 – Features & Modes Explained
Here’s a rundown of the various features and modes of the Nikon D3500 for shooting video.
How to Download Nikon D3400 Photos & Videos to a Desktop or Laptop Computer
Here’s a rundown of how to download photos and videos from a Nikon D3400 to a desktop or laptop.
How to Download Nikon D3500 Photos & Videos to a Computer
Here’s a rundown of how to download photos and videos from a Nikon D3500 to your computer.
How to Turn on Bluetooth on Nikon a D3500
A guide on how to turn on Bluetooth on the Nikon D3500 DSLR.
How to Change the Aspect Ratio of Photos with the Nikon D3500
The Nikon D3500 doesn’t offer the option to choose a different aspect ratio when taking photos, but here’s a partial workaround that works for small numbers of images at a time.
Nikon Z7 Mirrorless Camera Sample Images
Here’s a collection of full-size sample images I’ve shot with the Nikon Z7 full-frame mirrorless camera.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D5600
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D5600 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D5300
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D5300 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D200
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D200 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D300
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D300 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D3300
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D3300 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D3200
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D3200 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D3400
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D3400 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D3500
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D3500 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Change the Live View Auto-Off Timer on a Nikon D3300
By default, the Nikon D3300’s Live View will turn itself off after 10 minutes. You can bump that up to a maximum of 30 minutes. Here’s how.
How to Connect a Nikon D3300 as a Webcam for Zoom Calls or Live Video Streaming
You can use a Nikon D3300 as a webcam or for real-time capture to a computer. Here’s how to do it and what you’ll need to make it work.
How to Change the Live View Auto-Off Timer on a Nikon D5300
By default, the Nikon D5300’s Live View will turn itself off after 10 minutes. You can bump that up to a maximum of 30 minutes.
How to Connect a Nikon D5300 as a Webcam for Zoom Calls or Live Video Streaming
You can use a Nikon D5300 as a webcam or for real-time capture to a computer. But it’s not quite as simple as just plugging your camera in with a USB cable. Here’s how to do it and what you’ll need to make it work.
How to Connect a Nikon D5600 as a Webcam for Zoom Calls or Live Video Streaming
It is possible to use a Nikon D5600 as a webcam or for real-time capture to a computer. But it’s not quite as simple as just plugging your camera in with a USB cable. Here’s a guide on how to do it and what you’ll need to make it work.
How to Change the Live View Auto-Off Timer on a Nikon D5600
By default, the Nikon D5600’s Live View will turn itself off after 10 minutes. You can bump that up to a maximum of 30 minutes.
How to Change the Live View Auto-Off Timer on a Nikon D3400
By default, the Nikon D3400’s Live View will turn itself off after 10 minutes. You can bump that up to a maximum of 30 minutes.
How to Change the Live View Auto-Off Timer on a Nikon D3500
By default, the Nikon D3500’s Live View will turn itself off after 10 minutes. You can bump that up to a maximum of 30 minutes.
How to Use a Nikon D3500 as a Webcam for Live Video Streaming
It is possible to use a Nikon D3500 as a webcam or for real-time capture to a computer. But you’ll have to manually reset the Live View every 30 minutes. And it’s not quite as simple as just plugging your camera in with a USB cable.
How to Use a Nikon D3400 as a Webcam or for Live Video Streaming
You can use a Nikon D3400 as a webcam or livestream to a computer. But it’s not quite as simple as just plugging your camera in with a USB cable. Here’s a guide on how to do it.
How to Charge Nikon D3500 Batteries
You can’t charge the Nikon D3500’s battery in the camera. So here’s a rundown of your options.
How to Charge Nikon D3400 Batteries
You can’t charge the Nikon D3400’s battery by leaving the battery in the camera and connecting the camera to a USB power source. So here’s how you do it instead.
How to Find & Update a Nikon D850’s Firmware Version
Keeping your camera’s firmware up-to-date gives you the benefit of the latest bug fixes and features. Here’s how to check the firmware version and update the firmware on the Nikon D850.
How to Find and Update a Nikon Z7’s Firmware Version
Keeping your camera’s firmware up-to-date gives you the benefit of the latest bug fixes and features. Here’s how to check the firmware version and update the firmware on the Nikon Z7.
How to Find the Shutter Count of a Nikon D850
Here are some quick, easy, and free ways to find the shutter count of a Nikon D850 without installing new software or learning new command-line code.
How to Customize the Control Ring on the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S Zoom Lens
A guide to customizing the behavior of the control ring on the Nikon Z 24-70mm ƒ/4 S zoom lens.
Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S Zoom Lens Sample Images
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken recently with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S zoom lens. All of these were shot on a Nikon Z7 body.
Practical Examples of the Zoom Range of the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/4 S Lens
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S, with side-by-side examples shot at 24mm and 70mm.
Picture Quality, File Formats, & Size Settings on the Nikon D3500
The Nikon D3500 has several options you can choose relating to image quality, image file formats, and size. Here’s a rundown of what they mean and which is best for what.
How to Change Aperture on the Nikon D3500
There are a few different ways to change aperture on the Nikon D3500. Which method you use depends on the lens and shooting mode you’re using. Here’s a guide.
How to Change Aperture on a Nikon D3400
The method for changing the aperture, or size of the opening to let the light in, varies according to the lens you’re using. Here’s how to do it with the lenses most commonly used on the Nikon D3400.
Lens Filter Size Chart for Nikon Lenses
If you’re looking to get a polarizer, UV, or ND filter for your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Nikon/Nikkor lenses.
How to Turn on Bluetooth on Nikon a D3400
A guide on how to turn on Bluetooth on the Nikon D3400 DSLR.
How to Turn on Live View on the Nikon D3500
The Lv Live View toggle has moved for the Nikon D3500. Here’s where to find it.
Nikon D3500 Questions & Answers
The answers to some common questions I’ve gotten from readers about the Nikon D3500 DSLR camera.
Nikon D3400 Questions and Answers
Here are the answers to various questions readers have asked me about the Nikon D3400 DSLR.
Nikon D3500 Battery & Charger Options
A rundown of some of the good options for batteries and chargers that are compatible with the Nikon D3500, including Nikon’s own as well as some good ones from aftermarket manufacturers.
How to Change ISO on a Nikon D3500
A practical guide on how to change ISO on a Nikon D3400, including manual and Auto ISO options.
How to Turn Off the Date Stamp on the Nikon D3400
Just like old-school film cameras, the Nikon D3400 has options for imprinting date and time information in the bottom corner of the photo. Here’s how it works.
How to Use the Date Stamp & Time Stamp Feature on the Nikon D3500
Remember those time and date stamps that you used to be able to get embedded in the bottom corner of your prints? The Nikon D3500 can do that too. Here’s how it works.
Nikon D3500 Memory Card Recommendations
Here are some practical recommendations for which SD cards work well in the Nikon D3500 DSLR.
Nikon 20mm ƒ/1.8G ED Wide-Angle Lens Hands-on Review
Here’s my hands-on review of the Nikon 20mm ƒ/1.8G ED fast, wide-angle prime as a travel photography lens.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 20mm ƒ/1.8G ED Wide-Angle Lens
Here’s a collection of travel-style images I’ve taken with the Nikon 20mm ƒ/1.8G ED wide-angle prime lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Nikon D3400 Low-Light Performance | High ISO Image Samples
A collection of images taken across the Nikon D3400’s ISO range (ISO 100 through ISO 25600) to provide examples of the D3400’s high-ISO performance.
Nikon D7200 Memory Card Recommendations
Here are some practical recommendations for SD cards that work well in the Nikon D7200, focusing on cards that are fast enough, reliable, cost-effective, and readily available.
Spare Battery and Charger Options for the Nikon D7500
A rundown of some of the best options for replacement EN-EL15a batteries for the Nikon D7500.
Nikon D7500 Photos
A collection of sample images I’ve shot with the D7500 to give a sense of how it performs under real-world shooting conditions.
Nikon D7500 High-ISO Examples
To give a sense of the Nikon D7500’s high-ISO performance, I’ve put together a some example photos shot at a range of ISO settings.
How To Change ISO on a Nikon D7500
A guide to changing the ISO on a Nikon D7500, including an explanation of the D7500’s Auto ISO feature.
How to Use the Nikon D7500’s Virtual Horizon Tools
The Nikon D7500 has built-in virtual horizon tools that provide a more precise alternative to the old-fashioned bubble level method of making sure you’re shooting level. Here’s how to use the three different versions of it.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED Lens | Sample Images
If I had to pick one lens to take with me to the ends of the earth, it would be this one: Nikon’s 24mm ƒ/1.4G. Here are some example photos I’ve shot with it.
Recommended Memory Cards for the Nikon D7100
Here are some practical recommendations for SD cards that work well in the Nikon D7200, focusing on cards that are fast enough, reliable, cost-effective, and readily available.
Nikon D5600 Memory Card Recommendations
Which SD cards work best in the Nikon D5600? Here are some practical recommendations.
Nikon 18-55mm VR Lens Sample Photos
Here are some samples of photos I’ve taken with Nikon’s AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
How to Format Memory Cards on the Nikon D7500
There are two methods to formatting the memory card on the Nikon D7500. One of them is obvious; one of them is less so.
Nikon D7500 Memory Card Recommendations
Some recommendations for which SD memory card to get to work well in the Nikon D7500 camera.
Nikon 28-300mm vs Tamron 28-300mm Comparison
I’ve recently had the opportunity to shoot with the Nikon 28-300mm and Tamron 28-300mm side-by-side. Here’s my take on how they compare.
Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G Hands-on Review
Here’s my hands-on review of the Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G, a compact, affordable, and highly versatile zoom lens.
Photos taken with a Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
A collection of photos I’ve taken with a Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom lens to give some examples of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
How to Change the Aspect Ratio of Photos with the Nikon D3400
The Nikon D3400 doesn’t offer the option to choose a different aspect ratio when taking photos, but here’s a partial workaround that works for small numbers of images at a time.
Nikon 18-55mm Lens Zoom Range
Here are some practical examples that show the zoom range of the Nikon 18-55mm lens in case you’re trying to decide which lens bundle to go with.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G Wide-Angle Zoom Lens
A collection of photos of taken with the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that gives an idea of how it performs under real-world shooting conditions.
A Less Expensive Battery Grip for the Nikon D810 and D800
For the past few months I’ve been shooting a Vello BG-N7 battery grip on a Nikon D810. It retails for only a fraction of the cost of Nikon’s own battery grip. Here’s my hands-on review of the Vello grip.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G DX Zoom Lens
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G lens for DX cameras to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR Lens
A collection of photos taken with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 50mm f/1.4G
A collection of photos I’ve taken with a Nikon 50mm f/1.4G to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 16mm f/2.8D Fisheye Lens
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon 16mm f/2.8D Fisheye lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-f/5.6G VR ED Zoom Telephoto Lens
A collection of photos taken with the Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G under various conditions to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Photos Taken with a Nikon 105mm f/1.4E ED Lens
A collection of sample photos taken using the new Nikon 105mm f/1.4 lens with an emphasis on travel photography.
New Wide-Angle Lenses from Nikon
Nikon has announced three new wide-angle lenses: a 28mm f/1.4 and 8-15mm fisheye zoom for FX sensor cameras and a 10-20mm ultra-wide zoom for DX sensor cameras.
Nikon D3400 Battery & Charger Options
A rundown of some of the good options for batteries and chargers that are compatible with the Nikon D3400, including Nikon’s own as well as some good ones from aftermarket manufacturers.
How to Change ISO on a Nikon D3400
A practical guide on how to change ISO on a Nikon D3400, including manual and Auto ISO options.
Best Books on the Nikon D3400
If you’ve just bought yourself a Nikon D3400, or even if you’ve had one for a while and are looking to make use of more of its features, here’s a quick rundown of what I think are the best books on using this camera.
Polarizing Filter Shootout: Tiffen vs Hoya vs B+W vs Nikon
I’ve been putting some of the most popular circular polarizing filters to the test. Here are some side-by-side results.
Photos Taken with the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM | Art Lens
A collection of sample images taken with Sigma’s 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens.
How to Format the Memory Cards in a Nikon D810, D750, and D610
The Nikon D810, D750, and D610 have two methods for formatting the memory cards. One is obvious. The other is less obvious but is also quicker.
Nikon D3400 Sample Photos
A collection of high-resolution photos I’ve taken with a Nikon D3400 under real-world shooting conditions.
How to Shoot a Panorama with the Nikon D3400
The Easy Panorama mode that was in its predecessor has gone. Here’s a guide to shooting panoramas with the Nikon D3400.
Nikon D5500 Guide: Recommended Memory Cards
Which memory cards will work best in the Nikon D5500? Here are some practical recommendations.
Which Color Space to Use on the Nikon D3400? sRGB or Adobe RGB?
The Nikon D3400 DSLR has two color space options in its settings. Here’s an explanation of which to use when.
Picture Quality, File Formats, & Size Settings on the Nikon D3400
The Nikon D3400 has a number of options you can choose relating to image quality, image file formats, and size. Here’s a rundown of what they mean and which is best for what.
Nikon D3400 Memory Card Recommendations
Wondering which memory cards will work best in the Nikon D3400? Here are some practical recommendations.
Review of the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Contemporary Supertelephoto Zoom Lens
Sigma has two super telephoto zoom lenses in their current range. Lately I’ve been putting the less expensive and smaller model through its paces.
Hands On with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR
Nikon has come out with a new version of its 24-70mm zoom lens that adds Vibration Reduction. I’ve been shooting with it for a few weeks now. Here’s my review.
Nikon D5300 Sample Images
A collection of high-resolution sample images shot with the Nikon D5300 with a Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G lens.
Macro Lenses for Outdoor Flower Photography // Nikon 200mm f/4D IF-ED
Now that spring has finally arrived, here’s a hands-on review of using the Nikon 200mm f/4D IF-ED macro lens for outdoor flower photography.
Review of the Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | S
A hands-on review of Sigma’s flagship super telephoto zoom for sports and wildlife photography.
New Lenses from Nikon
Nikon has announced updates to some of its pro telephotos, as well as a new, versatile DX zoom lens that is an especially good fit for travel photography.
Sigma 35mm f1.4 for Nikon Hands-on Review
Sigma’s 35mm f1.4 prime lens is a direct competitor to Nikon’s version. But there’s a very big difference in price. Here’s how the Sigma performs in real-world shooting.
Hands-on Review of the Nikon 35mm f1.4G Prime Lens
A 35mm lens might well be among the most useful primes out there. Here’s how the Nikon 35mm f/1.4G stacks up in real-world shooting.
Nikon 16mm Fisheye Lens f2.8 Review
The Nikon 16mm fisheye lens packs a lot of dramatic punch into a tiny, lightweight package. Here’s my hands-on review.
Best Memory Cards for the Nikon D5300
Trying to decode Nikon’s official recommendations for memory cards for the Nikon D5300? Here are some practical recommendations.
Best Memory Cards for the Nikon D3300
Looking for SD cards that work well in the Nikon D3300? Here are some practical recommendations.
Hands-on Review of the Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-f/5.6G VR ED
The newest version of Nikon’s 80-400mm telephoto zoom lens is quite different to the one it replaces. Here how it stacks up in real-world shooting.
