Traditional DSLR styling and controls; Snapbridge; Long battery life; Simple to use;

Fixed non-touch-sensitive screen; No Wi-Fi; No 4K video; Optical viewfinder doesn't offer 100% coverage;

The Nikon D3300 has long been my go-to recommendation for a cheap dSLR, but after two years it's usually time to slap a new coat of paint on consumer products. Nikon's 2016 update to that camera, the D3400, has some small enhancements to bring it up to date, but nothing vital. It remains a great value -- fast with very good photo and video quality and a new kit lens optimized for shooting via the LCD -- but its weak wireless file transfer barely feels like a step up from nothing.

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.

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.

The D3400 left a bit to be desired considering that this is supposed to be an updated version of the D3300. With the removal of the in-body sensor cleaning and the external mic port we expected there to be a few more updates to the D3400 and, well, we just didn't get them.

The Nikon D3300 has long been my go-to recommendation for a cheap dSLR, but after two years it's usually time to slap a new coat of paint on consumer products. Nikon's 2016 update to that camera, the D3400, has some small enhancements to bring it up to date, but nothing vital.

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

The Nikon D3400 is a solid camera all around, but its main benefit over other options today is the impressively low price. At $400 including a kit lens, it is very hard to match the value you get out of this camera.

Good colours; fine details; Good noise reduction; accurate white balance; Light; easy to use; Prolonged battery life

Autofocus is often slow; No sensor cleaning; No weatherproofing on body

The Nikon D3400 ($649.95 with 18-55mm lens) is the latest version of the company's entry-level SLR . It's a strong performer, as it's built around an excellent 24MP image sensor and includes an 11-point autofocus system that tracks subjects at 5.1fps.

Compact; 24MP image sensor; Includes lens; Solid autofocus and high ISO performance; 5.1fps continuous shooting; Guide Mode for beginners; Bluetooth wireless file transfer

Fixed, non-touch LCD; Pentamirror viewfinder; Limited buffer when shooting Raw; Omits microphone input; Video autofocus not as advanced as some mirrorless competitors

I have had this 18 months now. It was part of an insurance settlement that replace both my D50 (a gem) and D3100 (not the best to be honest) Although I am mainly a Pentax user, I have a small number of Ai lenses to go with my Nikon film bodies (hence the D50 for digital).

Great beginners DSLR. Bought for daily use in lab. Great pics and easy to use even for noobs.

My partner and I purchased the camera online, just before traveling, we requested to pick it up in another branch, and it was ready to pick up at the right time, thank you pb tech. the camera is great.