David Busch's Nikon D3400 Guide to Digital SLR Photography

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Thinking Outside the Box

Although considered an “entry-level” model, the Nikon D3400, with its 24-megapixel resolution and long list of creativity-inspiring features, is considerably more versatile than any pocket-sized point-and-shoot camera. Even so, Nikon has retained the “turn it on and shoot” ease of operation of its predecessor, the D3300, so you can, with about 60 seconds’ worth of instruction, go out and begin taking great pictures.

Try it. Insert a memory card and mount the lens (if you bought the D3400 at a store, they probably did that for you). Charge the battery and insert it into the camera. Remove the lens cap, turn the camera on (the button’s concentric with the shutter release button), and then set the big ol’ dial on top ...