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789 reviews
Apr, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 789 reviews of Nikon D3400. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers really like the performance and price. The portability and size are also mentioned favorably. Opinions are divided on the memory. Some have doubts about the contrast and flash.
usability, size, portability, price, performance
storage, flash, contrast
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon D3400 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.
See all Nikon Digital CamerasExpert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)
The Nikon D3400 is a solid entry-level SLR camera with wireless transfer capability and a Guide Mode to help you get better shots.
Expert review by : Chris M Williams (dpreview.com)
We've been testing the recently updated D3400. Though the updates are modest, the real question is can the camera still hold its weight against the competition?
Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)
With decent low-light photos and a smoother-to-focus for movies kit lens, the D3400 remains a first-dSLR favorite.
The Nikon D3400 delivers the image quality and speed that a first-time dSLR buyer should expect.
A lot of the small annoyances from previous models remain, including tiny autofocus points in the viewfinder and a nonpersistent self-timer mode. Plus, its Bluetooth-only wireless solution isn't very good.
Very good photo quality for its class plus performance fast enough to capture kids and pets make the Nikon D3400 A solid choice for a first dSLR.
Expert review by : Michael Palmer (steves-digicams.com)
Nikon has a new entry-level DX-format DSLR for 2016. Long live the D3400! Sporting a 24.2-megapixel CMOS image sensor mated to the EXPEED 4 image processing engine, the D3400 is perfect for anyone looking to graduate from point-and-shoot or smartphone...
Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)
Nikon D3400 Digital SLR camera : Nikon proudly introduces the compact and powerful D3400, an entry-level D-SLR camera that enables users to capture and share amazing images easier than ever before. The Nikon D3400 body provides a simple and seamless...
The Nikon D3400 kitted with the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR will be available in early September 2016 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $649.95. The Nikon D3400 body will also be available in a two-lens kit option, including the AF-P DX...
Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)
The Nikon D3400 is a new entry-level DSLR camera with a 24.2 megapixel DX format APS-C sensor with no anti-aliasing filter. The main improvements to the D3400 are extended battery life and SnapBridge support. Using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE),...
While the extended battery life and Snapbridge support are both nice additions to the new Nikon D3400, it doesn't really offer anything that the previous D300 model did, either in terms of features or design. Indeed, the new model actually offers fewer...
Expert review by (imaging-resource.com)
Compact 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.
SnapBridge is slow and limited; Poor continuous autofocus; No built-in Wi-Fi; Mediocre video features.
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. Some of its capabilities may be lacking, particularly with regard to continuous autofocus,...
Expert review by : Mike Perlman (thewirecutter.com)
The Nikon D3400 is the best entry-level DSLR for those looking to improve their photography and learn the ins and outs of tweaking camera settings.
Expert review by : George Schaub (shutterbug.com)
Product shots courtesy of Nikon Inc.
Expert review by : Theano Nikitas (tomsguide.com)
Get the Nikon D3400 if you're a new photographer and want to up your shooting skills.
Great image quality ; Speedy performance ; Excellent battery life ; Good in low light ; Easy transfer of images to mobile devices ; Solid set of practical and creative features
No external microphone jack ; Lack of dust-cleaning mechanism ; No auto-exposure bracketing
The Nikon D3400 is an excellent entry-level DSLR that takes great photos and lasts a long time on a charge.