I never, ever comment on RUclips videos, but I just had to add to the chorus of praise here. I'm spending 3 nights camping in Joshua Tree next month, and I really want to improve my photography skills so I can take full advantage of that gorgeous night sky. Thank you so much for this primer, and ALL of your videos! I've taken classes, and watched dozens of other videos, and none of them are as easy to understand, or as packed so full of useful information as yours. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for taking time to post and provide feedback!:) Sounds like you have an interesting adventure ahead!:) I suggest practice, practice, practice ... this will make the photographic experience all the better. Enjoy the trip and be safe!:)
I have been trying to get better at my astrophotography. I discovered that increasing exposure during post actually helps to show the stars that are too dim to see on the stock RAW image. I have been using the kit 70-300mm kit lens. I do have two other lenses that I am going to try now. This video was extremely helpful. Thank you for all the work you do to help everyone become more comfortable with our cameras. I have become a better photographer thanks to you. Keep up the good work, Huah!
* bows * HATS-OFF Sir! 🧢 💨 1. For your Enthusiasm and Determination to actually stay out there on a cold night and your Level of Patience when you did the Star Trails! 2. Having the energy and the same level of enthusiasm to share your classics, teach us and make an outstanding video! 3. Motivating noobies like me and making the point clear that it’s the level of understanding, patience and practice that makes the Photography an Art with any handy equipment you have! Thank you so much 😊!! I’m a great fan of you!! And I’m so proud to be so!!
I watched your videos since 'get first dslr, now what?'. Your channel concept's really helpful because not everyone can afford extra lens or flash. Maybe you can teach us the beauty of natural light or composition with a different situation or theme. Sorry for my poor language, and thank you for your effort 👍
That was an amazing video.. Unlike other photographers, You really shared the basic info that a beginner needs to know.. Thanks a lot and keep adding more videos... (y)
I really enjoy watching your videos. They remind me that you don't need expensive equipment to take great pictures. Just a little skill, practice and experience from trying out new ideas and learning from your mistakes. I was in Alaska a few winters ago and wanted to take pictures of the northern lights. I was staying with a friend out near Denali where the nights were jet black. A neighbor who lived there full time was using only a little Canon point and shoot but his northern light pictures were good enough for any magazine. Just proves the point that photography is more about the technique than about the equipment.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Agreed!:) I have shot with many cameras over the years. Hand a low end camera to an experienced photography and hand a high end camera to an inexperienced photography and see what happens:). An experienced photography can do wonders with entry level gear for the most part.
I received the D3400 for my birthday 2 days ago and I have watched a lot of your videos already that have helped me so much! Thank you for doing these! Much appreciated!
Very easy to listen to, have ordered a usb otg cable to do remote astrophotography with my d3400, because I was mega annoyed with nikon for removing the dc2-port and the ml3 trigger is useless. Thank you, for your video, your teaching is clear and concise. I have suscribed
What makes this video special from others, is that u added much needed info in all ur sample pics. M following ur page since last 4 months n found helpful... forgive my poor English
I have the exact same camera and I do astrophotogarphy a lot with it best way to focus on something far away is to go to the live view finder and point at the stars and use the manual zoom and then focus ring and once image is sharp zoom back out because now you know the camera has focused on a subject that’s really far away also iso always has to be over 1600 and sometimes I use bulb mode which is a setting that allows every bit of light into the camera and you are the timer I usually count to 10 or 15 seconds
Not gonna tell with 100% certainty, but I think when you change optical zoom, the focal point isn't the same anymore. Try the opposite, focus on an object when wide and then zoom in. Try different distances too. (of course, if you were talking about digital zoom, then you are fine:)
Hello everyone, I'm interested in astrophotography and I would like to make a startrail. However i had problem to buy a micro USB shutter for my Nikon D3400. Do you have any tips? Thank you guys.
Appreciate all the time and effort you put into making these videos. It really helps a beginner like me who's just starting to learn and understand the world of photography.
You have the best videos, just a reminder to all those "professionals" who tote around the best, most expensive gear. You make it look easy and fun with the standard. Thank you so much! I love your vision.
Thanks for your post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Great pictures are not necessarily the result of expensive equipment. I feel they are about a photographers ability to use any given camera and applying their own creative eye:).
I love that you talk about this entry level camera (which I actually own), instead of some professional grade models that (of course) does a wonderful job in low light but I can never recreate.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) If I can do it, you can do it ... cameras like the D3400 are powerful/capable. A bit of knowledge and experience will produce awesome results ... stay with it and you will get there:).
Hi. You mentioned focus lock button which locks the focus so that your camera doesn't do autofocus again (which will ruin the focus).Why didn't you use manual focus in that case? I started with moon pictures this summer and found out that I can experiment a lot with manual focus.The best part is that I managed to connect D3400 to my laptop with USB where I can review the photo in more significant detail (due to a bigger screen) which is definitely a nice thing for this kind of photography.
Thanks for the post/question:). You could definitely use manual focus but might be challenged to find infinity on the 18-55 kit lens as there is no infinity indicator:). I created a video which talks about depth of field and touches on the concept of hyper focal distance ( ruclips.net/video/EGesxJeY8_s/видео.html ). Hyper focal distance is an important concept to understand as this will achieve focus from a given point to infinity:).
This is to be expected in manual mode ... you camera attempts to meter the scene but is unaware of the situation. The answer is to simply take the shot, evaluate the resulting image, and make any needed adjustments:). The metering system does a great job in aperture and shutter modes but manual is a slight different story.
Thank you for all your videos. It really helped me a lot with my nikon D5300 esp on the basic Apperture/Shutter/Iso, night photograpy and flash photography. May I suggest if you could provide a video on infrared photography. It might be interesting towards achieving artistic shots ☺☺☺
I just love the way you bring the best result from kit lens. Not everyone can effort costly lens. Would love to follow you if you have any Instagram page.
So glad I came across your channel! Literally my go to with any questions I have with my d3400. Thanks for all the help and time you put into your vids 👏🏻
Thanks for the post/feedback Nikki and glad to be of help!:) The D3400 and others like it are fully capable of doing more than basic shots ... take time to understand the camera and enjoy the ride!:)
Thank you for sharing your wealth of information. I have the entry level D3500. It's nice to know that, I can still get great shots like these without a more expensive camera.
Hi I'm really enjoying your night time videos, is there any chance you could do one for lunar shots, every time I take the pictures I just get a very little or large white blob I can't get the details of the moons surface which I find very frustrating, but any how keep up the great work I always look forward to your videos Barry
Just want to say this is a really nice video, learned a lot from it.Thank you. One suggestion: If you could please move the camera settings text that go with each shot either downframe or somewhere else that would be awesome. I stopped the video several times to take in a few images, but it would be nice to read the settings when paused. RUclips throws the title and progress bar over the video when paused, causing the settings to disappear.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I had not thought about that situation (watching the vid on a phone and hitting pause):). I may try to move it down and test.
@@RealWorld thanks yeah that would be awesome I'm subscribing to your Channel saving up for a d 3400 and I'm trying to learn all these settings but sometimes I like to pause and look at the photo for more than 5 seconds and appreciate the composition while looking at the settings
Hello! Great video! Im trying to decide between a d5500 and d3400. Im leaning toward the d5500 because of the time-lapse. There is about a $100 difference between them. Any advice? Thanks!
Thanks for the post/feedback/question!:) Both are solid and share the same sensor, however the D5500 has additional features like timelapse, articulating touch screen, more focal, etc. You can get timelapse with the D3400 but it is cumbersome ... given the $100 difference, I might lean towards the D5500:).
Hi Realworld I’m looking at wireless and wired Remotes for my D5600 do you have any feedback on which one is better than the other? I’ve read the reviews of several of them to make sure it works with D5600 but before I order one I thought I’d your opinion you know heck of a lot more than I do that’s for sure thanks night photography is really cool this is a great video
Thanks for the post Michael. I have used a few different wireless remotes. Here is a quick link to a generic wireless shutter remote: amzn.to/2tnfbJP ... stay safe!:)
Thanks for the videos. Question: Is there a way to take Flat Files with a NIKON DSLR attached to the telescope? Using either the D3400 or the D5600, both seem to require a lens in order to shoot in A mode (so camera sets shutter speed). I could have this all wrong, and Flats can simply be done with a lens (even thought the Lights will be with the telescope). Thanks again.
LOL - not certain on this one John:). I suspect by Flat, you are referring to RAW which is doable. The trick is to find a proper mount for the telescope.
RealWorld - Thank you for your response. By Flat files or frames I mean the ones you take pointing at a diffused light source (light box, t-shirt method, etc.) with the same focus and ISO, but are supposed to be done in A mode. Flats remove noise, dust spots and help with vignetting (I think on the vice vignetting). Learned this so far: 1. Can’t be done since the camera will not work in A mode without a lens (t-adapter is not ‘smart’ enough to talk to the camera body). 2. APT (Astro Photography Tool) software (free or $22US) will control the camera with scope mounted and assist in creating the Flat flies. Thanks again. I enjoy your work.
I have a D3400 and was considering purchasing the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Ultra Wide Angle Fixed Lens w/ Built-in AE Chip for Nikon to use for astrophotography. However, I've read comments that using it with the D3400 C-Sensor, it will change it to 21mm. I'm an amateur and not versed on these things so can you explain 1. If this is a good purchase for the D3400 for astrophotography and 2. does it really change to 21mm and if so, how will this affect the photos? Thanks
Thanks for the post and not a problem:). The Rokinon 14mm ( amzn.to/2QFvSwt ) is a solid wide angle lens and good option in my opinion. Do not be over concerned about the 'true' factor ... good to know/understand but nothing to lose sleep over:). In short, ALL crop sensors are impacted by a multiplier to determine the true range. If you wonder which cameras have a crop sensor, know this - just about all affordable cameras are crop (this includes the Nikon 3000 series, 5000 series, 7000 series, Canon T6i, T7i, 80D, Sony 6000, 6300, 6500, etc.). Nikon has a multiplier of 1.5 and Canon's are 1.6 (this accounts for a slightly smaller sensor). Lens manufactures typically market their lenses based on full sensors which can be slightly deceiving but is universal nonetheless:). Soooooo if you see any lenses connected to a camera and want to know the true length, you can multiply by given factor to get the full sensor equivalent:). Nonetheless, a 14mm on a crop is still wide compared to any other lens on a crop. Hope this helps shed a bit of light on the situation ... might make for a good video as well:).
Another inspirstional video as always.... Specially now a days when everyone is in lockdown and pollution levels are reduced so we can try this definately.... I have a question, i have D7100 and the max shutter speed is 30s, is it possible i can go more greater than that to have longer star trails
Thanks for the post/feedback mughees and glad to be of help!:) Yes, you can use extend the shutter past 30 seconds on the D7100 using bulb mode ... this allows you to close the shutter whenever you like:).
Thank you so much for that video. I wander if you could help me though. I just got a Nikon D3500 and I bought it to capture the Northern Lights. I have been trying all your settings trying to learn how to photograph the night sky but my camera keeps saying that the subject is too dark, even with the flash up. I am a complete novice so if you could help I would be very grateful. I just saw someone ask the same question but my camera wont even take the shot.
You made need to make a few slight adjustments, but I would start with the following: ISO 1600 (the lower the better but in astro photography, you will need more light), 20 second shutter (you may get trailing lights on the stars if you go slower than 25 or 30), zoom as wide as possible (70mm), and open the aperture all the way (4.5 i believe is the widest you can go on the 70-300 when zoomed all the way out). Take a shot and see what it looks like. You will most like need to make a few adjustments:). If the image is too dark, raise the ISO to 3200. If too bright, drop the ISO to 400. Etc. Hope this helps!:)
Another great video. I had assumed I’d need a narrow aperture for max depth of field but of course this would mean a much longer exposure time or higher ISO. Something else I’ve learnt from your good self! Just a need a clear night now here in Colchester UK, but no mountains here lol!
Thanks for the informative video! I just learned a focusing technique that worked well for me. Live view mode, use the + to digitally zoom in on a single bright star, manually dial in, then use painter's tape to lock the focus ring. That's just one method. It doesn't allow for sharp foreground but stars are pin point. I used it on the 35mm 1.8 with good results. Thanks again for all the great content for us d3400 users!!
Really thankful for the information you provided when you make those videos. I'm learning a lot on how to use the Nikon D3400. Keep making those wonderful videos 👌👍
Whats the best lens for either Canon T8i or Canon 90D? I mean the best lens not best budget. THE BEST. I need the price to be under 1200$. Also is Canon T8i or Canon 90D good for Astrophotography? Which one between the two is better?
I would definitely lean towards the Canon 90D ( amzn.to/2AoDCg6 ) for various reasons - much better battery life, faster shutter speed, higher continuous burst rate, etc. Regarding the best lens ... this will depend on your needs:). Canon makes some great lenses for portraits, landscapes, etc.
I like it!:) I am looking at a similar setup (using the A7 III and Tamron 28-75 ( amzn.to/2VAOf6R )). Both lenses you listed are solid, however I feel 1.4 is only needed if you require extreme bokeh:).
Despite being an entry level camera, if you attach a samyang 10mm 2.8, which it is really cheap, you can get astonishing images of the milky way (considering such market segment). Astrophoto (unfortunately) needs lot of postediting and you can achieve really good output with this combo. In Astrophoto unless having a skytracker, it is needed a fast lens. Here the gear used is still relevant compared with other type of photography.
@@RealWorld You're welcome, it is good to see someone who pushes beginners into this worlds using the equipment that they have. I have just said something about the lens, 10mm cause I think usually beginners start with an APS-C. but yeah that prime lens as well as 14mm are very low price and deliver astonishing results. A good compromise would be the Tokina 11-16 or 11-20mm which includes all the good features for landscape and astrophoto.
Hi Can you please do a video tutorial on how to get sharp close up images of the moon. I have a Nikon d5600 with the18-55 kit lense. I would obviously need a bigger lense to get closer but would like some advice. Cheers
This can be relatively tough:). Nice to have a looooong zoom if possible (like a fixed 500mm). A long zoom with a converter will magnify the moon and render a decent shot.
I need some advice. I have just spent a few days in the lake district. For a couple of nights, there was a clear view, with no light pollution at all. So I tried a first attempt at some milky way shots with settings at aperture wide open, shutter speed 25 secs, iso 1600 and 3200. on a tripod with remote control. I kept getting the message that read 'Subject too dark'. Any advice would be welcome, thank you. Equipment is Nikon D3300.
Not a problem:). The message is normal and you can simply ignore it depending on what you are trying to accomplish. The camera is not always able to determine the scene. If too dark, the camera will struggle to set the shutter for proper exposure. You may see the same in manual mode during a relatively dark scene. When taking shots of the stars, you might want to use manual mode which lets you control the both the aperture and shutter - this is a good idea especially if the resulting image is too dark, etc. Again, the camera will attempt to set the shutter based on the scene but it may not read it correctly:).
Thanks for the post/question:). Yes, a wireless remote ( a generic remote: amzn.to/2tnfbJP ) and a tripod of some sort. I created a vid on tripods which might be of help as well - ruclips.net/video/UGf070YTkuw/видео.html
Hi, Fantastic video, very informative, many thanks. I have a Nikon Coolpix L820 and I live a 5 minute walk from one of the best dark spots on earth ( so I am told) It is 'Dark Skies Wales' and just standing in my back garden i can watch the milkyway with the naked eye and almost every night (especially just before dawn) you can just stand there and in a few minutes you will see a shooting star. Anyway, I digress. Do you think I could achieve the same kind of shots with my camera as you do with the D3400 ? I am pretty new to this photography so am on a early learning curve right now. Retirement has it's benefits and this is one of them for me... Thanks again for the great video, very helpful....Cheers from South Wales, UK
Thanks for the post Kevin!:) Sounds like you are in a GREAT place for night photos. I live in an area with a good amount of light pollution:). Nonetheless, the L820 is a good/solid camera but is unfortunately full auto which does not offer the ability to implement manual controls. I am curious to know what settings the camera would use for a night/star shot ... you may want to test and see:).
Hello, I got a camera 3 days ago for my birthday, and using it without any tutorials was impossible. Thanks to your video, hopefully I'll be able to improve my skills. I really appreciate your upload :)
Thanks for the post/question:). This is doable by entering into manual mode (M on the dial). Once in manual mode, rotate the shutter speed to one stop past 30 seconds and you will be in bulb mode:). This will allow you to open and close the shutter whenever you like (press the shutter button to open and press again to close).
I really like how you make is so simple on an entry level camera. You said that you made a few adjustments in lighroom. Can you please show us some simple tricks that we can do in lightroom? Keep the posts coming. Awesome work.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Here are a handful of Lightroom related vids that should be of some help ... > lightroom for beginners: ruclips.net/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/видео.html > dealing with high ISO in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/pKnpLb32j1w/видео.html > post processing portraits in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/nkh78JifdVc/видео.html > isolate colors in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/He-hfOgoMQM/видео.html
I purchased a 50mm wide angle lens with the infinity. I set the camera to bulb and to f1.8 the lowest it will go. I'm using the Nikon D40, yep older one. I used the remote and waited about 30 seconds. The image came out alright, lots of stars but still blurry. Any suggestions? I guess the term is called coma? Is 30 seconds to long? There is no streaking. Thank you in advance
Thanks for the post:). I might suggest two things: 1) ensure you have proper focus ( ruclips.net/video/EGesxJeY8_s/видео.html (pay special attention to the hyper focal distance ) 2) increase the shutter speed slightly. 30 seconds is a tad too long in my opinion and can cause a slight blur (try 20-25):).
You said "very low light pollution" then I saw the photos and I was shocked! There is a huge amount of light pollution in there, you can only just see the stars! I now realise just how incredibly clear the skies in New Zealand are.
Ahhhhh yes ... light pollution is interesting and surprisingly visible. I was surprised to see resulting images when I thought it was relatively dark:).
Sir, firstly I would like to thank you for your informative and immensely helpfull videos. I am a beginner and I have just bought my very first DSLR. Its a NIKON D5600 with 18-55 Kit lens. I have a few questions though. I find myself very much attracted to the art of astro-photography and want to learn. First of all can you please tell me how much does the camera body matter for astro photography ? Is it really the better lens or a better full frame camera body which actually contributes to getting those beautiful milky way shots? As far as I understand a full frame is only different to an APSC sensor with respect to sensor size and nothing else optically. Does that affect a lot while trying to capture the night sky? Further, I have learned that to capture the night sky I need a lens which can open up its aperture more that F/2.8. I have been thinking of buying a 50mm prime lens which can go upto max aperture F/1.8. That lens should be a good lens to try astro-photography , alongwith being a good potrait lens , am I having a wrong conception? Please help. Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the post/question:). Sounds like you are on the right path!:) You do not need a full sensor to capture awesome astro shots (a crop will definitely do the trick). A full sensor may capture more information (hence a larger sensor) which would be nice for extremely large prints, but again not required for astro shots in my opinion. You can also shoot at a higher aperture like I did in this video, however you may need to increase the ISO. Why? You want to keep the shutter at roughly 25 seconds or less to prevent star trails unless that is what you are looking to capture which can be cool:). In order to stay at 25 seconds or less and achieve good/acceptable exposure, you will want more light hence a wider aperture. I recently reviewed the fixed 50 f/1.8 which can be found here - ruclips.net/video/e2TZVu7yZig/видео.html and I am about release my review on the fixed 35 f/1.8 in the next hour or two:). Both are solid but I might lean towards the 50, however the 35 might be a slightly better option for astro shots although you could use the 50 as well:).
Thanks for such a detailed reply. But with mid range cameras like mine often the problem is getting a lot of digital noise when ISO is bumped up above 6400.For that I think going for a wider aperture lens will be wise. As for the link you shared, I have already seen the video :). Recently came across a lens across the internet. Its the YONGNUO f/1.8 50mm .We know Yongnuo for good cheap flashes and indoor photography lighting equipments, but they have come to manufacturing lenses too. People are reviewing it and most of them is calling it a good one for half the price of a Nikon 50mm F/1.8g. Would like to hear what do you think of it. Is it any good given the price ? Or how far off is it optically from the original Nikon lens if we call that a benchmark? Surely can save a few bucks here for a good tripod. I need that for my astro-photography surely.
I have heard many good comments re Yongnuo fixed 50:). I have not personally used it and may try to get my hands on it. If you want to save some money, I would give it a shot. The Canon version ( amzn.to/2sYX5Mz ) appears to cost less than the Nikon version ( amzn.to/2HBPYPu ).
Yes, I have checked them on amazon, might be for the mount that the Nikon one is costlier. Even then its slightly more than half of what the original Nikon's price is. If its feasible for you, please get your hands on it and give a feedback:). That would be of help. You can put up a separate video too on these Yongnuo lenses:). Thanks.
I really like your channel. To many people on You tube are clones. "Smash that like button" etc etc. Yours is straight talking and to the point. Keep it up! Please
Got a 10 inch inteliscope from Orion. Bought a t_ring adapter along with a Barlow lens, am looking forward to many years of astrology in picture and video form. Oh and as a subscriber was greatly influenced by the way you break things down in great detail for beginners yet preserve the core information. I'll be using my Nikon d3400 with both kit lenses for many years. And your video's are behind the purchase. Much appreciated, keep up the good work . Best regards.
Thanks for the post/feedback Timothy and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) Sounds like you are set for lot of fun in the world of astro photography - enjoy the ride!:)
I'm currently on a D5200 and I'm looking to go full frame. I would like a camera that is good at both astro and non-astrophotograghy. I don't have the budget to get a camera for both duties. Do you have any recommendations? I'm looking to stay Nikon as I have already built up a collection of lenses. I see the 810a is recommended but i'm not sure how good it is when i'm not shooting the stars.
Thanks for the post:). I might suggest the Nikon D750 ( amzn.to/2QEXgGS ) - a great full frame camera that has been around for a couple of years and should be softer on your wallet:).
Great content as always, have you ever used digiCam ? It recently added D3400 support. it doesn't allow focus adjustment but does let you adjust the other major settings and tethering is great when you cant really see the screen well like self portraits or shooting straight up.
Hello sir I have Nikon d3400 with kit lens 18-55 af-p DX lens. I tried to night photography, but my photos are blurry. Can you please help me how to I take a clear photos? What is the best settings for night photography with this camera or lens?
Thanks for the post/question:). Typically, blurry shots are the result of hand holding the camera will using a long shutter. How long is too long to hold the camera and get a steady shot? A general rule of thumb is 1/60th of second. When shooting at night with an ISO of 100, your camera will want to hold the shutter open for a good amount of time (something slower than 1/60th of second). When this happens, steady the camera with a tripod or steady surface and take the shot using the built-in timer. I created a video on capturing trailing lights using the d3400 which should be of help - ruclips.net/video/TbSgl5e6h7I/видео.html
That is a great video, looking for entry level (cheap) DSLR that can do all round photos but with the added benefit of astrophotography and you have made up my mind with what the Nikon can do compared to the similar priced canon 4000D. Find your videos the best and the easiest to follow and will be taking your tips to hand will be cross referencing to many if I have any issues. Thanks and keep up the great work and love the music
Very interesting! For sure, your channel has helped me to get into the photography secrets. I have a Nikon D3400 and the best way to use it is watching your videos. Keep pushing!! :-) Best regards from Spain
Thanks so much for the video. I'm going to yellowknife to do some northern light hunting. This is the camera I'm looking at purchasing (I'm a beginner). Looks like it'll capture some nice pics and vids of the northern lights 🙂👍
If you're shooting RAW, then you don't have to wait for the image 20,25,30 secs to appear after the shutter closes, just disable the NR in the camera menu. The NR in the camera works by taking a picture, with the exact same settings, but with the shutter close. Essentialy it takes a black picture with the noise that it would have at that particular ISO, it compares it with the normal image, and removes the noise using the black image as a reference. That's why a 25sec exposure takes 50 secs for the image to appear, and if you're wondering why it behaves like that when you're shooting RAW (i.e. no post processing) it's because it perfroms ALL the selected functions (NR,Picture profile, D-Lighting) for the jpg that goes inside the RAW file , for preview purposes.
The fixed 35 is a great lens along with the fixed 50 (I reviewed both and created a video on each which might be of help). I believe the 35 might work although I used the 18 side of the 18-55 kit lens in this vid.
Wow! It's helpful to post data of each image, even unsuccessful ones, to help understand how to get best results. Also, for some reason, I always believed you needed AT LEAST a 300mm lens with a 2x converter for shooting the stars (pun kinda intended). Thanks!
Good day sir, are you able to tell me how you set your camera up for this. I'm currently chasing the Northern lights and having difficulty capturing pictures
Thanks for the post/question:). This should be of help - ruclips.net/video/8uvW4HL3sso/видео.html ... I was in manual mode, 20-25 seconds on the shutter, aperture around f/8 or smaller (f/10, etc.), ISO around 1600, and focus to infinity ( ruclips.net/video/8uvW4HL3sso/видео.html ).
Soooooooooo goooood!!!!!Oh my god i think do that with my digital camera kodak easy share z5010, it is a shame!!!!i learn a lot with your videos its a very confortable experiencie watch this work, amazings photos!!!
Thanks for the post/feedback and question Jon:). No, I do not have any additional information other than a few small comments on instagram. Nonetheless, someone approached me about offering various workshops which is a cool/interesting idea:).
The moon, yes - Jupiter, no:). i used the Nikon p1000 to capture the moon which worked great ( ruclips.net/video/gkRt6cTv3lg/видео.html ). The p1000 is capable of zooming to 3000mm which is great for the moon, but I suspect it would struggle with Jupiter:).
Capture it ? Heck you can see it with your bare eyes. You just need to be in a rural area which is faraway from city lights and less lightpollution. Goodluck mate
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I thought u needed an expensive zoom or prime lens to do this
But u did it with a kit lend so now I know I can try it! Thanks, very helpful video.
I never, ever comment on RUclips videos, but I just had to add to the chorus of praise here. I'm spending 3 nights camping in Joshua Tree next month, and I really want to improve my photography skills so I can take full advantage of that gorgeous night sky. Thank you so much for this primer, and ALL of your videos! I've taken classes, and watched dozens of other videos, and none of them are as easy to understand, or as packed so full of useful information as yours. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for taking time to post and provide feedback!:) Sounds like you have an interesting adventure ahead!:) I suggest practice, practice, practice ... this will make the photographic experience all the better. Enjoy the trip and be safe!:)
Hey it's been 5 years. How are you doing?
Sir... I also have a D3400... You are my boss... I started learning photography from u... Love u... Keep it up
Thanks for the post/feedback Rishad and glad to be of help!:)
Is this camera really worthy? I'm seriously thinking about buying it and I'm confused about its video quality.
@@affectionatesea8995 in my opinion its great just the audio is not the best so i would reccomend buying a microphone for videos
That's excellent, Mark. So much info in such a sort video, and entertaining, and great photos. Well done!
Where are you at, man!
I have been trying to get better at my astrophotography. I discovered that increasing exposure during post actually helps to show the stars that are too dim to see on the stock RAW image. I have been using the kit 70-300mm kit lens. I do have two other lenses that I am going to try now. This video was extremely helpful. Thank you for all the work you do to help everyone become more comfortable with our cameras. I have become a better photographer thanks to you. Keep up the good work, Huah!
* bows * HATS-OFF Sir! 🧢 💨
1. For your Enthusiasm and Determination to actually stay out there on a cold night and your Level of Patience when you did the Star Trails!
2. Having the energy and the same level of enthusiasm to share your classics, teach us and make an outstanding video!
3. Motivating noobies like me and making the point clear that it’s the level of understanding, patience and practice that makes the Photography an Art with any handy equipment you have!
Thank you so much 😊!! I’m a great fan of you!! And I’m so proud to be so!!
Thanks for the post/feedback Aravind and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) Stay tuned as I have more vids on the way!:)
I watched your videos since 'get first dslr, now what?'. Your channel concept's really helpful because not everyone can afford extra lens or flash.
Maybe you can teach us the beauty of natural light or composition with a different situation or theme.
Sorry for my poor language, and thank you for your effort 👍
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Welcome to the channel - where are you from?
RealWorld I'm from Indonesia. Astrophotography really challenging in here when rainy season stayed at least for 5 months 😂
Ahhhh yes, rainy season!:) When the skies clear, be ready to shoot some stars:). Welcome from the United States!:)
RealWorld thanks a lot for your encouragement 👍
Sir, How to keep the shutter open for 30 mins in the D3400 to get the star trails?
That was an amazing video.. Unlike other photographers, You really shared the basic info that a beginner needs to know.. Thanks a lot and keep adding more videos... (y)
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
I love my D3400! You just made me love it even more!
awesome and glad to inspire!:)
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I really enjoy watching your videos. They remind me that you don't need expensive equipment to take great pictures. Just a little skill, practice and experience from trying out new ideas and learning from your mistakes. I was in Alaska a few winters ago and wanted to take pictures of the northern lights. I was staying with a friend out near Denali where the nights were jet black. A neighbor who lived there full time was using only a little Canon point and shoot but his northern light pictures were good enough for any magazine. Just proves the point that photography is more about the technique than about the equipment.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Agreed!:) I have shot with many cameras over the years. Hand a low end camera to an experienced photography and hand a high end camera to an inexperienced photography and see what happens:). An experienced photography can do wonders with entry level gear for the most part.
I received the D3400 for my birthday 2 days ago and I have watched a lot of your videos already that have helped me so much! Thank you for doing these! Much appreciated!
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) The D3400 is a great/capable camera - stay with it and have fun!:)
Most underrated photography channel
Thanks for the post/feedback and agreed:). I plan to create more videos so please stay tuned:).
Finally...a video tutorial using an everyday camera!!! Thank you!!!
Glad to be of help!:)
Very easy to listen to, have ordered a usb otg cable to do remote astrophotography with my d3400, because I was mega annoyed with nikon for removing the dc2-port and the ml3 trigger is useless. Thank you, for your video, your teaching is clear and concise. I have suscribed
Thanks for the post/feedback Andy and glad to be of help ... welcome to the channel!:)
I just started dabbling in light photography, globes, domes myself. I cant wait to see what your going to show us!
What makes this video special from others, is that u added much needed info in all ur sample pics. M following ur page since last 4 months n found helpful... forgive my poor English
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help ... welcome from the United States!:)
Is it harmful to the lens if it was pointed directly to/at the sun?
No, the lens will be fine but you should be careful of your eyes ... looking through the viewfinder directly at the sun is not good:).
@@RealWorld thank u so much sir.
I have the exact same camera and I do astrophotogarphy a lot with it best way to focus on something far away is to go to the live view finder and point at the stars and use the manual zoom and then focus ring and once image is sharp zoom back out because now you know the camera has focused on a subject that’s really far away also iso always has to be over 1600 and sometimes I use bulb mode which is a setting that allows every bit of light into the camera and you are the timer I usually count to 10 or 15 seconds
Thanks for the post/tips!:)
Not gonna tell with 100% certainty, but I think when you change optical zoom, the focal point isn't the same anymore. Try the opposite, focus on an object when wide and then zoom in. Try different distances too. (of course, if you were talking about digital zoom, then you are fine:)
Hello everyone, I'm interested in astrophotography and I would like to make a startrail. However i had problem to buy a micro USB shutter for my Nikon D3400. Do you have any tips? Thank you guys.
I'll try the settings you've suggested using my Nikon D3400 to see what results I'll have. Thanks.
Should put you close ... have fun!:)
Appreciate all the time and effort you put into making these videos. It really helps a beginner like me who's just starting to learn and understand the world of photography.
You have the best videos, just a reminder to all those "professionals" who tote around the best, most expensive gear. You make it look easy and fun with the standard. Thank you so much! I love your vision.
Thanks for your post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Great pictures are not necessarily the result of expensive equipment. I feel they are about a photographers ability to use any given camera and applying their own creative eye:).
Hi there. Your videos are very clear to follow. However my D3400 says "subject is too dark" and it won't click. What do I do?
Check the mode ... switch to manual and you should be good:).
I love that you talk about this entry level camera (which I actually own), instead of some professional grade models that (of course) does a wonderful job in low light but I can never recreate.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) If I can do it, you can do it ... cameras like the D3400 are powerful/capable. A bit of knowledge and experience will produce awesome results ... stay with it and you will get there:).
Landscape? I would’ve never thought of that but lo and behold, I got a few simple shots. Great tutorial, thank you!
Glad to be of help Toby!:)
Hi. You mentioned focus lock button which locks the focus so that your camera doesn't do autofocus again (which will ruin the focus).Why didn't you use manual focus in that case? I started with moon pictures this summer and found out that I can experiment a lot with manual focus.The best part is that I managed to connect D3400 to my laptop with USB where I can review the photo in more significant detail (due to a bigger screen) which is definitely a nice thing for this kind of photography.
Thanks for the post/question:). You could definitely use manual focus but might be challenged to find infinity on the 18-55 kit lens as there is no infinity indicator:). I created a video which talks about depth of field and touches on the concept of hyper focal distance ( ruclips.net/video/EGesxJeY8_s/видео.html ). Hyper focal distance is an important concept to understand as this will achieve focus from a given point to infinity:).
what do i do if my camera keeps telling me is too dark? :(
This is to be expected in manual mode ... you camera attempts to meter the scene but is unaware of the situation. The answer is to simply take the shot, evaluate the resulting image, and make any needed adjustments:). The metering system does a great job in aperture and shutter modes but manual is a slight different story.
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Thank you for all your videos. It really helped me a lot with my nikon D5300 esp on the basic Apperture/Shutter/Iso, night photograpy and flash photography.
May I suggest if you could provide a video on infrared photography. It might be interesting towards achieving artistic shots ☺☺☺
I just love the way you bring the best result from kit lens. Not everyone can effort costly lens. Would love to follow you if you have any Instagram page.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I plan to setup an instagram account soon - stay tuned!:)
working on it now:) - instagram.com/realworldpicts
RealWorld
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So glad I came across your channel! Literally my go to with any questions I have with my d3400. Thanks for all the help and time you put into your vids 👏🏻
Thanks for the post/feedback Nikki and glad to be of help!:) The D3400 and others like it are fully capable of doing more than basic shots ... take time to understand the camera and enjoy the ride!:)
THANKS YOU HAVE BEEN A LOT OF HELP UNDERSTANDING D3400
Glad to be of help John!:)
Thank you for sharing your wealth of information. I have the entry level D3500. It's nice to know that, I can still get great shots like these without a more expensive camera.
it's a great camera :)
awesome, thanks, i have a nikon d3500 and just entering into dslr cameras, very useful video,
Hi I'm really enjoying your night time videos, is there any chance you could do one for lunar shots, every time I take the pictures I just get a very little or large white blob I can't get the details of the moons surface which I find very frustrating, but any how keep up the great work I always look forward to your videos
Barry
Thanks for the post/feedback Barry:). In order to capture the moon you will most likely want a teleconverter of some sort ... amzn.to/2UNz1ZG
Just want to say this is a really nice video, learned a lot from it.Thank you.
One suggestion: If you could please move the camera settings text that go with each shot either downframe or somewhere else that would be awesome. I stopped the video several times to take in a few images, but it would be nice to read the settings when paused. RUclips throws the title and progress bar over the video when paused, causing the settings to disappear.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I had not thought about that situation (watching the vid on a phone and hitting pause):). I may try to move it down and test.
@@RealWorld thanks yeah that would be awesome I'm subscribing to your Channel saving up for a d 3400 and I'm trying to learn all these settings but sometimes I like to pause and look at the photo for more than 5 seconds and appreciate the composition while looking at the settings
Hello! Great video! Im trying to decide between a d5500 and d3400. Im leaning toward the d5500 because of the time-lapse. There is about a $100 difference between them. Any advice? Thanks!
Thanks for the post/feedback/question!:) Both are solid and share the same sensor, however the D5500 has additional features like timelapse, articulating touch screen, more focal, etc. You can get timelapse with the D3400 but it is cumbersome ... given the $100 difference, I might lean towards the D5500:).
Hi Realworld I’m looking at wireless and wired Remotes for my D5600 do you have any feedback on which one is better than the other? I’ve read the reviews of several of them to make sure it works with D5600 but before I order one I thought I’d your opinion you know heck of a lot more than I do that’s for sure thanks night photography is really cool this is a great video
Thanks for the post Michael. I have used a few different wireless remotes. Here is a quick link to a generic wireless shutter remote: amzn.to/2tnfbJP ... stay safe!:)
Thanks for the video! This was an awesome beginner tutorial.
Thanks for the post/feedback Bryson and glad to be of help!:)
Best channel for photography on the internet. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the post/feedback Larry and glad to be of help!:)
Thanks for the videos. Question: Is there a way to take Flat Files with a NIKON DSLR attached to the telescope? Using either the D3400 or the D5600, both seem to require a lens in order to shoot in A mode (so camera sets shutter speed). I could have this all wrong, and Flats can simply be done with a lens (even thought the Lights will be with the telescope). Thanks again.
LOL - not certain on this one John:). I suspect by Flat, you are referring to RAW which is doable. The trick is to find a proper mount for the telescope.
RealWorld - Thank you for your response. By Flat files or frames I mean the ones you take pointing at a diffused light source (light box, t-shirt method, etc.) with the same focus and ISO, but are supposed to be done in A mode. Flats remove noise, dust spots and help with vignetting (I think on the vice vignetting).
Learned this so far:
1. Can’t be done since the camera will not work in A mode without a lens (t-adapter is not ‘smart’ enough to talk to the camera body).
2. APT (Astro Photography Tool) software (free or $22US) will control the camera with scope mounted and assist in creating the Flat flies.
Thanks again. I enjoy your work.
You are too under rated and I love you I have been with you since you where in 100 subs keep it up
awesome and thank you for the post/feedback! :)
I have a D3400 and was considering purchasing the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Ultra Wide Angle Fixed Lens w/ Built-in AE Chip for Nikon to use for astrophotography. However, I've read comments that using it with the D3400 C-Sensor, it will change it to 21mm. I'm an amateur and not versed on these things so can you explain 1. If this is a good purchase for the D3400 for astrophotography and 2. does it really change to 21mm and if so, how will this affect the photos? Thanks
Thanks for the post and not a problem:). The Rokinon 14mm ( amzn.to/2QFvSwt ) is a solid wide angle lens and good option in my opinion. Do not be over concerned about the 'true' factor ... good to know/understand but nothing to lose sleep over:). In short, ALL crop sensors are impacted by a multiplier to determine the true range. If you wonder which cameras have a crop sensor, know this - just about all affordable cameras are crop (this includes the Nikon 3000 series, 5000 series, 7000 series, Canon T6i, T7i, 80D, Sony 6000, 6300, 6500, etc.). Nikon has a multiplier of 1.5 and Canon's are 1.6 (this accounts for a slightly smaller sensor). Lens manufactures typically market their lenses based on full sensors which can be slightly deceiving but is universal nonetheless:). Soooooo if you see any lenses connected to a camera and want to know the true length, you can multiply by given factor to get the full sensor equivalent:). Nonetheless, a 14mm on a crop is still wide compared to any other lens on a crop. Hope this helps shed a bit of light on the situation ... might make for a good video as well:).
Another inspirstional video as always.... Specially now a days when everyone is in lockdown and pollution levels are reduced so we can try this definately.... I have a question, i have D7100 and the max shutter speed is 30s, is it possible i can go more greater than that to have longer star trails
Thanks for the post/feedback mughees and glad to be of help!:) Yes, you can use extend the shutter past 30 seconds on the D7100 using bulb mode ... this allows you to close the shutter whenever you like:).
Thank you so much for that video. I wander if you could help me though. I just got a Nikon D3500 and I bought it to capture the Northern Lights. I have been trying all your settings trying to learn how to photograph the night sky but my camera keeps saying that the subject is too dark, even with the flash up. I am a complete novice so if you could help I would be very grateful. I just saw someone ask the same question but my camera wont even take the shot.
Not a problem and glad to be of help:). Check your mode (are you in Auto mode?).
What should be the manual set up for astro photography in Nikon D3400 with a 70 to 300 mm vr lence
You made need to make a few slight adjustments, but I would start with the following: ISO 1600 (the lower the better but in astro photography, you will need more light), 20 second shutter (you may get trailing lights on the stars if you go slower than 25 or 30), zoom as wide as possible (70mm), and open the aperture all the way (4.5 i believe is the widest you can go on the 70-300 when zoomed all the way out). Take a shot and see what it looks like. You will most like need to make a few adjustments:). If the image is too dark, raise the ISO to 3200. If too bright, drop the ISO to 400. Etc. Hope this helps!:)
Thank you sir
Another great video. I had assumed I’d need a narrow aperture for max depth of field but of course this would mean a much longer exposure time or higher ISO. Something else I’ve learnt from your good self! Just a need a clear night now here in Colchester UK, but no mountains here lol!
Thanks for the informative video! I just learned a focusing technique that worked well for me. Live view mode, use the + to digitally zoom in on a single bright star, manually dial in, then use painter's tape to lock the focus ring. That's just one method. It doesn't allow for sharp foreground but stars are pin point. I used it on the 35mm 1.8 with good results. Thanks again for all the great content for us d3400 users!!
Thanks for the post/feedback/tips!:) Interesting idea/technique:).
Another great learning experience, with appropriate caution about the peril potential of working in the darkness astrophotography requires.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) It was an interesting experience:).
Liked it even before watching it.. u r back after a long time Sir..
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I have another in the works and more on the way!:)
Very informative channel. I am just starting to get the hang of my D3400, and this channel is helping me a lot! Thank you kind sir for your efforts!
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
Really thankful for the information you provided when you make those videos. I'm learning a lot on how to use the Nikon D3400. Keep making those wonderful videos 👌👍
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) Stay tuned as I have more on the way:).
The photo with the Ursa Major at 7:20 just blew my mind!
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) We had clear skies that night which offered a great opportunity to capture the Ursa Major:).
very helpful video sir !! I use D5300 and I love your tutorials...
Sir, please make one video on using nikon 40mm with d3400. It request 🙏
Can you use the D3400 with a 14-24mm f/2.8 G ED IF AF-S aspherical autofocus lens?
Yes, this will work but it is pricey ( amzn.to/33gPDjP ) although very solid!:)
Whats the best lens for either Canon T8i or Canon 90D? I mean the best lens not best budget. THE BEST. I need the price to be under 1200$. Also is Canon T8i or Canon 90D good for Astrophotography? Which one between the two is better?
I would definitely lean towards the Canon 90D ( amzn.to/2AoDCg6 ) for various reasons - much better battery life, faster shutter speed, higher continuous burst rate, etc. Regarding the best lens ... this will depend on your needs:). Canon makes some great lenses for portraits, landscapes, etc.
RealWorld What do you think about the Sony A7 iii mounted with Sigma 14-24 mm f/2.8 or mounted with Sony FE 24mm F1.4?
I like it!:) I am looking at a similar setup (using the A7 III and Tamron 28-75 ( amzn.to/2VAOf6R )). Both lenses you listed are solid, however I feel 1.4 is only needed if you require extreme bokeh:).
RealWorld Which one of the two lenses can I use to get a good time lapse of the Milky Way as well as a clear image of Orion Nebula?
I might lean towards the sigma 14-24 f/2.8 :)
Despite being an entry level camera, if you attach a samyang 10mm 2.8, which it is really cheap, you can get astonishing images of the milky way (considering such market segment). Astrophoto (unfortunately) needs lot of postediting and you can achieve really good output with this combo. In Astrophoto unless having a skytracker, it is needed a fast lens. Here the gear used is still relevant compared with other type of photography.
Thanks for the post/tips Alex:). The samyang 10mm lens is good for the price ( amzn.to/2I7Dog4 ).
@@RealWorld You're welcome, it is good to see someone who pushes beginners into this worlds using the equipment that they have. I have just said something about the lens, 10mm cause I think usually beginners start with an APS-C. but yeah that prime lens as well as 14mm are very low price and deliver astonishing results. A good compromise would be the Tokina 11-16 or 11-20mm which includes all the good features for landscape and astrophoto.
Hi
Can you please do a video tutorial on how to get sharp close up images of the moon. I have a Nikon d5600 with the18-55 kit lense. I would obviously need a bigger lense to get closer but would like some advice.
Cheers
This can be relatively tough:). Nice to have a looooong zoom if possible (like a fixed 500mm). A long zoom with a converter will magnify the moon and render a decent shot.
Cheers 👍🏻
I need some advice. I have just spent a few days in the lake district. For a couple of nights, there was a clear view, with no light pollution at all. So I tried a first attempt at some milky way shots with settings at aperture wide open, shutter speed 25 secs, iso 1600 and 3200. on a tripod with remote control. I kept getting the message that read 'Subject too dark'. Any advice would be welcome, thank you. Equipment is Nikon D3300.
Not a problem:). The message is normal and you can simply ignore it depending on what you are trying to accomplish. The camera is not always able to determine the scene. If too dark, the camera will struggle to set the shutter for proper exposure. You may see the same in manual mode during a relatively dark scene. When taking shots of the stars, you might want to use manual mode which lets you control the both the aperture and shutter - this is a good idea especially if the resulting image is too dark, etc. Again, the camera will attempt to set the shutter based on the scene but it may not read it correctly:).
Sir I have a D3400? What items should I buy to shoot star trails?
ML-L3 remore or what?
Thanks for the post/question:). Yes, a wireless remote ( a generic remote: amzn.to/2tnfbJP ) and a tripod of some sort. I created a vid on tripods which might be of help as well - ruclips.net/video/UGf070YTkuw/видео.html
Hi, Fantastic video, very informative, many thanks. I have a Nikon Coolpix L820 and I live a 5 minute walk from one of the best dark spots on earth ( so I am told) It is 'Dark Skies Wales' and just standing in my back garden i can watch the milkyway with the naked eye and almost every night (especially just before dawn) you can just stand there and in a few minutes you will see a shooting star. Anyway, I digress. Do you think I could achieve the same kind of shots with my camera as you do with the D3400 ? I am pretty new to this photography so am on a early learning curve right now. Retirement has it's benefits and this is one of them for me... Thanks again for the great video, very helpful....Cheers from South Wales, UK
Thanks for the post Kevin!:) Sounds like you are in a GREAT place for night photos. I live in an area with a good amount of light pollution:). Nonetheless, the L820 is a good/solid camera but is unfortunately full auto which does not offer the ability to implement manual controls. I am curious to know what settings the camera would use for a night/star shot ... you may want to test and see:).
Hello, I got a camera 3 days ago for my birthday, and using it without any tutorials was impossible. Thanks to your video, hopefully I'll be able to improve my skills. I really appreciate your upload :)
Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Welcome to the wonderful world of photography! It's a great creative outlet ... enjoy the ride:).
My D3400 wont take photos in the dark. It says "subject is too dark" on the screen. How do you override or change this setting?
you should use manual
Thank you for taking the time for us newbies.
Glad to be of help!:)
How do you set sutterspeed to more than 30 seconds? In manual mode it goes till 30 seconds, right?
Thanks for the post/question:). This is doable by entering into manual mode (M on the dial). Once in manual mode, rotate the shutter speed to one stop past 30 seconds and you will be in bulb mode:). This will allow you to open and close the shutter whenever you like (press the shutter button to open and press again to close).
@@RealWorld Thanks!!
I really like how you make is so simple on an entry level camera. You said that you made a few adjustments in lighroom. Can you please show us some simple tricks that we can do in lightroom?
Keep the posts coming. Awesome work.
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Here are a handful of Lightroom related vids that should be of some help ...
> lightroom for beginners: ruclips.net/video/ZRJ8aifcin4/видео.html
> dealing with high ISO in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/pKnpLb32j1w/видео.html
> post processing portraits in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/nkh78JifdVc/видео.html
> isolate colors in lightroom: ruclips.net/video/He-hfOgoMQM/видео.html
I purchased a 50mm wide angle lens with the infinity. I set the camera to bulb and to f1.8 the lowest it will go. I'm using the Nikon D40, yep older one. I used the remote and waited about 30 seconds. The image came out alright, lots of stars but still blurry. Any suggestions? I guess the term is called coma? Is 30 seconds to long? There is no streaking. Thank you in advance
Thanks for the post:). I might suggest two things: 1) ensure you have proper focus ( ruclips.net/video/EGesxJeY8_s/видео.html (pay special attention to the hyper focal distance ) 2) increase the shutter speed slightly. 30 seconds is a tad too long in my opinion and can cause a slight blur (try 20-25):).
@@RealWorld Thank you sir will try it tonight
Nice video... in which mode you clicked these photos? "S" shutter mode ? thanks
You said "very low light pollution" then I saw the photos and I was shocked! There is a huge amount of light pollution in there, you can only just see the stars! I now realise just how incredibly clear the skies in New Zealand are.
Ahhhhh yes ... light pollution is interesting and surprisingly visible. I was surprised to see resulting images when I thought it was relatively dark:).
Sir, firstly I would like to thank you for your informative and immensely helpfull videos. I am a beginner and I have just bought my very first DSLR. Its a NIKON D5600 with 18-55 Kit lens. I have a few questions though.
I find myself very much attracted to the art of astro-photography and want to learn. First of all can you please tell me how much does the camera body matter for astro photography ? Is it really the better lens or a better full frame camera body which actually contributes to getting those beautiful milky way shots?
As far as I understand a full frame is only different to an APSC sensor with respect to sensor size and nothing else optically. Does that affect a lot while trying to capture the night sky?
Further, I have learned that to capture the night sky I need a lens which can open up its aperture more that F/2.8. I have been thinking of buying a 50mm prime lens which can go upto max aperture F/1.8. That lens should be a good lens to try astro-photography , alongwith being a good potrait lens , am I having a wrong conception? Please help. Thanks in advance.
Thanks for the post/question:). Sounds like you are on the right path!:) You do not need a full sensor to capture awesome astro shots (a crop will definitely do the trick). A full sensor may capture more information (hence a larger sensor) which would be nice for extremely large prints, but again not required for astro shots in my opinion. You can also shoot at a higher aperture like I did in this video, however you may need to increase the ISO. Why? You want to keep the shutter at roughly 25 seconds or less to prevent star trails unless that is what you are looking to capture which can be cool:). In order to stay at 25 seconds or less and achieve good/acceptable exposure, you will want more light hence a wider aperture. I recently reviewed the fixed 50 f/1.8 which can be found here - ruclips.net/video/e2TZVu7yZig/видео.html and I am about release my review on the fixed 35 f/1.8 in the next hour or two:). Both are solid but I might lean towards the 50, however the 35 might be a slightly better option for astro shots although you could use the 50 as well:).
Thanks for such a detailed reply. But with mid range cameras like mine often the problem is getting a lot of digital noise when ISO is bumped up above 6400.For that I think going for a wider aperture lens will be wise. As for the link you shared, I have already seen the video :).
Recently came across a lens across the internet. Its the YONGNUO f/1.8 50mm .We know Yongnuo for good cheap flashes and indoor photography lighting equipments, but they have come to manufacturing lenses too. People are reviewing it and most of them is calling it a good one for half the price of a Nikon 50mm F/1.8g. Would like to hear what do you think of it. Is it any good given the price ? Or how far off is it optically from the original Nikon lens if we call that a benchmark?
Surely can save a few bucks here for a good tripod. I need that for my astro-photography surely.
I have heard many good comments re Yongnuo fixed 50:). I have not personally used it and may try to get my hands on it. If you want to save some money, I would give it a shot. The Canon version ( amzn.to/2sYX5Mz ) appears to cost less than the Nikon version ( amzn.to/2HBPYPu ).
Yes, I have checked them on amazon, might be for the mount that the Nikon one is costlier. Even then its slightly more than half of what the original Nikon's price is. If its feasible for you, please get your hands on it and give a feedback:). That would be of help. You can put up a separate video too on these Yongnuo lenses:). Thanks.
Was that last image taken at 1,795 seconds? Surely, I read that wrong.
you are correct! :) this was taken in bulb mode and i left the shutter open for a looooong time :)
You are a true teacher!!
I really like your channel. To many people on You tube are clones. "Smash that like button" etc etc. Yours is straight talking and to the point. Keep it up! Please
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)
Got a 10 inch inteliscope from Orion. Bought a t_ring adapter along with a Barlow lens, am looking forward to many years of astrology in picture and video form.
Oh and as a subscriber was greatly influenced by the way you break things down in great detail for beginners yet preserve the core information. I'll be using my Nikon d3400 with both kit lenses for many years. And your video's are behind the purchase. Much appreciated, keep up the good work .
Best regards.
Thanks for the post/feedback Timothy and glad to be of help/inspiration!:) Sounds like you are set for lot of fun in the world of astro photography - enjoy the ride!:)
I'm currently on a D5200 and I'm looking to go full frame. I would like a camera that is good at both astro and non-astrophotograghy. I don't have the budget to get a camera for both duties. Do you have any recommendations? I'm looking to stay Nikon as I have already built up a collection of lenses. I see the 810a is recommended but i'm not sure how good it is when i'm not shooting the stars.
Thanks for the post:). I might suggest the Nikon D750 ( amzn.to/2QEXgGS ) - a great full frame camera that has been around for a couple of years and should be softer on your wallet:).
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Great content as always, have you ever used digiCam ? It recently added D3400 support. it doesn't allow focus adjustment but does let you adjust the other major settings and tethering is great when you cant really see the screen well like self portraits or shooting straight up.
Hi can i ask u one question what I'm supposed to choose between Nikon d5200 and Nikon d3400
I might lean towards the D3400 unless you want a rotating screen:).
Top drawer vlog as always. As a beginner you’re my favourite vlogger when it comes to understanding and learning the technical side. Thanks as always.
Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help Kenny!:) I have more on the way so stay tuned:).
Thank you so much. This tutorial is absolutely amazing. I can now take my favourite photos even better. :)
Glad to be of help/inspiration!:)
This might seem like a stupid question but do you use flash? Or no flash?
Hello sir I have Nikon d3400 with kit lens 18-55 af-p DX lens. I tried to night photography, but my photos are blurry. Can you please help me how to I take a clear photos? What is the best settings for night photography with this camera or lens?
Thanks for the post/question:). Typically, blurry shots are the result of hand holding the camera will using a long shutter. How long is too long to hold the camera and get a steady shot? A general rule of thumb is 1/60th of second. When shooting at night with an ISO of 100, your camera will want to hold the shutter open for a good amount of time (something slower than 1/60th of second). When this happens, steady the camera with a tripod or steady surface and take the shot using the built-in timer. I created a video on capturing trailing lights using the d3400 which should be of help - ruclips.net/video/TbSgl5e6h7I/видео.html
RealWorld thanks
That is a great video, looking for entry level (cheap) DSLR that can do all round photos but with the added benefit of astrophotography and you have made up my mind with what the Nikon can do compared to the similar priced canon 4000D.
Find your videos the best and the easiest to follow and will be taking your tips to hand will be cross referencing to many if I have any issues. Thanks and keep up the great work and love the music
Thanks for the post/feedback Glen and glad to be of help!:)
You are the best man in youtube.i love your work.a friend from Greece.
thanks for the feedback and welcome from the United States!:)
I just wanted to see if you can shoot the milky way with stock d3400. So can you?
Yes, this is doable but you will need the right timing and location (shoot in RAW as well:)).
Very interesting! For sure, your channel has helped me to get into the photography secrets. I have a Nikon D3400 and the best way to use it is watching your videos. Keep pushing!! :-)
Best regards from Spain
Thanks for the post/feedback and welcome to the channel!:) Glad to be of help and welcome from the United States!:)
Thanks so much for the video. I'm going to yellowknife to do some northern light hunting. This is the camera I'm looking at purchasing (I'm a beginner). Looks like it'll capture some nice pics and vids of the northern lights 🙂👍
Sounds like you have a nice adventure ahead!:) Practice, practice, practice before you leave ... the more you understand the camera, the better:).
RealWorld will definitely practice. Fair chance I'll be contacting you for advice
hi i have the D3500 DSLR & want do astrophotography im confused on what lanses to use :( btw ty for video
any wide angle lens will work ... 18-55 (kit lens), 18-200, 18-300, etc.
If you're shooting RAW, then you don't have to wait for the image 20,25,30 secs to appear after the shutter closes, just disable the NR in the camera menu. The NR in the camera works by taking a picture, with the exact same settings, but with the shutter close. Essentialy it takes a black picture with the noise that it would have at that particular ISO, it compares it with the normal image, and removes the noise using the black image as a reference.
That's why a 25sec exposure takes 50 secs for the image to appear, and if you're wondering why it behaves like that when you're shooting RAW (i.e. no post processing) it's because it perfroms ALL the selected functions (NR,Picture profile, D-Lighting) for the jpg that goes inside the RAW file , for preview purposes.
This is a GREAT point:). I left the NR feature enabled by default but this can be disabled - ty!:)
Glad to have you back man, missed you! Good video, and I'll definitely give it a go!
Is the 35mm 1.8 lens fine for this or is it not wide enough?
I'm planning to get a camera but probably only with the 35mm lens.
The fixed 35 is a great lens along with the fixed 50 (I reviewed both and created a video on each which might be of help). I believe the 35 might work although I used the 18 side of the 18-55 kit lens in this vid.
Set your light balance to incandescent or fluorescent to get dark blue skys. It eliminates car and street halogen bulbs pollution.
Hmmmm ... interesting tip and one I will need to test/try:)
Wow! It's helpful to post data of each image, even unsuccessful ones, to help understand how to get best results. Also, for some reason, I always believed you needed AT LEAST a 300mm lens with a 2x converter for shooting the stars (pun kinda intended).
Thanks!
Agreed:). The 300mm w/ a 2x converter might be good to capture the moon but not the stars in my opinion:).
Good day sir, are you able to tell me how you set your camera up for this. I'm currently chasing the Northern lights and having difficulty capturing pictures
Thanks for the post/question:). This should be of help - ruclips.net/video/8uvW4HL3sso/видео.html ... I was in manual mode, 20-25 seconds on the shutter, aperture around f/8 or smaller (f/10, etc.), ISO around 1600, and focus to infinity ( ruclips.net/video/8uvW4HL3sso/видео.html ).
Man you are a mind reader with these topics! Please continue to put out great content.
Great freakin channel man!!!! My brother turned me on to you. I have to ask, your audio is supreme. What do you use man?!
Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I use a Zoom H1 for the most part to capture my voice/audio. It work well - ruclips.net/video/4StJ6QmYvpQ/видео.html
Soooooooooo goooood!!!!!Oh my god i think do that with my digital camera kodak easy share z5010, it is a shame!!!!i learn a lot with your videos its a very confortable experiencie watch this work, amazings photos!!!
Thanks for the feedback Richard!:) Amazing what cameras can accomplish today in my opinion:).
I have to say, I learn so much from your videos. Thank you for your work.
Thanks for the post/feedback Mike and glad to be of help!:)
Great video! Do you have a written up post or blog in conjunction with the video here with the same pictures and settings?
Thanks for the post/feedback and question Jon:). No, I do not have any additional information other than a few small comments on instagram. Nonetheless, someone approached me about offering various workshops which is a cool/interesting idea:).
I would like to capture zoomed photo of Jupiter. Is it possible with entry level DSLRs ?
The moon, yes - Jupiter, no:). i used the Nikon p1000 to capture the moon which worked great ( ruclips.net/video/gkRt6cTv3lg/видео.html ). The p1000 is capable of zooming to 3000mm which is great for the moon, but I suspect it would struggle with Jupiter:).
can i capture milky way with D3200? which lens will you recommend out of these?i have 35mm, 18-55mm 55-200mm lenses
If given the choice, I might lean towards the 18-55:).
RealWorld and what lens will you recommend in general?
Capture it ? Heck you can see it with your bare eyes. You just need to be in a rural area which is faraway from city lights and less lightpollution. Goodluck mate
@@ZindagiEkJua391 something wide ... I used the 18 side of the 18-55 kit lens (nothing special but it works:)).