I bought the D3300 about 8 months ago - my first DSLR camera - and I barely used it because I was so intimidated by it. This video has been amazing and I feel so much more confident now using it. Very easy to understand and follow. Thank you.
This is a FREE video... people are so ungrateful! Say thank you, learn what you can learn and move along. Sheesh! I learned ALOT from this video, THANK YOU Mr. Fro!!
Wife and I bought a 3300 kit for a Christmas gift to ourselves when the grand daughters were toddling about. Then I bought a phone with a great camera...I have not even seen the 3300 in about 4 years. Getting it out tomorrow....Thanks Jared!
I feel like I need to watch this video again. I have so much more to learn to shoot manual…so many settings I do not yet understand. I feel a little overwhelmed!
jippinskippin i know what you mean i have just learn how to shoot better pictures.and i need to know how to import to my computer, i know how to connect to the computer and that is all.
+Gunshow0 I have so much more to learn…I've been using the aperture setting as my crutch…I need to take a class to make myself dedicate time to figuring out manual
You are a Boss Jared, I have bought my D3300 1 month ago and immediately bought your Video Beginner Guide, then started shooting landscapes, Baseball games, portraits, and received many compliments, I shoot in RAW and edit my files with Lightroom following your suggestions. I recently bought the D7100 which I use for more important occasions. I wanted to thank you man for what you did and you do. FRO KNOW PHOTO and guide you to the best of your abilities in an easy and Creative funny way. You Rock man. Thank you! Blessings. Christian (ChrisVac)
Kyle Medina Thank you Kyle I am using a lot the D3300, but I thought, since I am going to the beach frequently and baseball games, and have already brought the D3300 to Nikon for cleaning, I would like to have a 2nd camera such as the D7100 for portraits and less sandy environment. Also I have 2 friends who are professional photographer and I am looking forward to join them in their shooting session. Anyway you are right. Ciao, God Bless
I am owning this model in 2k21... and literally it easily beats new models of canon, picture quality and details captured in this camera with stock lens is awesome which can be enhanced through another high end lens if needed.. peace ✌️
This was very helpful, I have had my camera 2 years and never took time to figure it out so it has sat in my closet...I will have to watch this a few times.
Just a quick note. You can adjust the ISO when in Video or Photo mode. You just need to hold down the ''fn'' button and at the same time move the wheel on the camera to right or left.
this is the best video on RUclips for the d3300 i have bookmarked it and as a newbie who has bought this camera i watch it over and over frodo you are my hero you have helped me more than you will ever know.when i bought my camera i did not even how to set it up. this video has been a revaluation thanks man its great
I've picked up this camera since it seems like an excellent entry level camera. I've also spent some time with learning it by myself and I felt like I got a pretty good grasp on it since I have been getting some great shots but, with a little bit of a learning curve ahead of me. After watching this video there was a lot of tips on how to become a better photographer in the long term. THANKS FOR THE VIDEO FROKNOW!!!!
sk11sk11sk11 Hello , I'm planning to get a memory card for my Nikon D3300. For shooting short movies purpose. Does Sandisk ultra 32GB Class 10 SDHC UHS-I upto 80/mbps is compatible with my camera or not ? Reply asap sir. Thank you.
Bought this camera and watching this review has been really helpful. Being new to DSLR's and wanting to get out of auto so I bought the Go Above and Beyond Auto with the Beginner Flash Guide. Best $ I spent. I highly recommend both to anyone no matter what age you are if you want to get out of auto. I've taken pictures since the 60's w/basic cameras....yes I'm a child of the 60's.....and with this guide and videos I pushed myself into manual mode. Yes you can teach an old boomer new tricks. I put a hummingbird feeder outside my front window where my desk is and this is how I'm learning to work with the different settings by taking pictures of the different birds that stop by for a drink. Trial and error, trial and error while watching the Go Above and Beyond video. If I don't understand something I go back and watch it again. Down to earth, easy to understand and fun to watch. I highly recommend the beginners guide and the Flash Guide.
I had my first camera at 11 a Kodak Brownie after 52 years of film mostly with Nikons F2 and others. I Bought a digital FujiS5 Pro camera. Now after 10 years of Digital shooting I changed my camera back to a Nikon D 300S . then as the sensors improved I bought a Nikon D3300 having used it for several years I am exploring the Video side of this camera, and this is where RUclips come in. Thanks
WOW....Fro, this helped me so much! I am Currently employed as a Communications Manager, and photos are a big part of my job, along with social media, etc!! We just purchased the Nikon D3300 - and although I was somewhat familiar with it - your video helped me tremendously. I have always been afraid to just walk around snapping photos, and yet - now i feel completely comfortable doing just that! I learned more in the 35 minutes of your video than I would have in 2 weeks of ownership without your video!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! YOU'RE AMAZING!!!
Dear Jared, I just bought my first Dslr body and my computer dvd drive got broken to play the complimentary tutorial-dvd but you were available to educated me ABCD..... through Xyz of the camera. I thank you from in of the remote village of Kolkata, India, where I am only English speaking person.
Thank you so much for making this video. I hope Nikon pays you for this!! I can't believe they still sent a CD-Rom with the package and a boring looking user manual. They should just send a link of your vid as a user manual reference! Also what kind of loser would down vote on a free useful video??
I just received my Nikon d3300 a few days ago (exactly like the one you're using in this video), but at 20:20 when you are speaking about "movie settings" your options were as follow: 1920x1080; 60p, 1920x1080; 30p, 1920x1080; 24p, 1280x 720; 60p, 640x 424; 30p. BUT ON MY CAMERA my options are: 1920x1080; 50p, 1920x1080; 25p, 1920x1080; 24p, 1280x 720; 50p, 640x 424; 25p... why is this? Why do I have the exact same camera (same model, same maker), but COMPLETELY DIFFERENT adjustment options? Is this something I should be concern about? #Help!!!
+ADI&JULIAN: I found out what the problem is... in your menu: go to the SETUP MENU, then find "Video Mode". In that option you can chose between "PAL and NTSC" (chose NTSC), then you can go back to "movie settings" and you will see the 60 & 30p video options. #Yey:-)
Thanks for this user's guide. I just bought a D3300 and this video guide was very helpful. This is my first real camera, and the first time I've attempted to learn photography, although I've been pointing and shooting for many years. I've watched many of your videos over the past few days and I've have subscribed to your website and your RUclips channel. I like your style and I appreciate the way you present the information. And YES... I am shooting RAW! : )
Nice video. The BEST way to learn this camera is to go to Nikon and download the official NIkon D3300 PDF manual. The physical manual that comes with this camera is only a "get you started" manual.
Incredibly helpful! Finally not intimidated by all those menus. Really appreciate you just sitting down and going though 1 by 1 what each means. VERY helpful. I inherited this one and thought, let me use this my its advantage instead of buying a new one and just leaving on "Auto" mode. Thank you for thisl
Just bought the d3300 with 18-55 lens, my first DSLR Camera, look forward to learning all aspects of my new camera. Much to learn, will take practice. Jared Polin has very informative d3300 menu RUclips video that will assist me in learning.
I like your presentation and the way you just get to it unlike other tutorials on you tube that assume I would need detailed instructions on how to get the camera out of the box.
Great presentation. I learned a lot, but I'm glad I waited until I had already taken 1500 pictures with my 3300 before viewing this. This was a hang-on-to-your-hat tour that made sense to me now, but would have been completely incomprehensible one month ago. Thank you very much for your passionate videos.
You're video here was PERFECT timing. In 48 hours I'm on my way to Alaska, but desperately needed help with this D3300. Thank you SO much for this first in depth and informative tutorial. Can't wait to watch more. You know your stuff!
Nice basic tutorial. Good for us newbs. However, here's my unsolicited advice for future videos that you share: In the first 10 minutes where you are pointing out specific buttons and dials and features on the camera and lens, the close-up secondary view in the inset was not close up enough. It was hard to tell what you were pointing at or where, much of the time.
I am a car photographer from the netherlands, using a D3300 with a 55-200 and the 18-55 kit lens. My friends use a canon 1200d with the 18-55 kit lens and get great pictures, even with high iso levels. However i always get shitty noisy, grainy and blurry pics. please help me. im considering buying a canon, but i do think nikon is better the nikon just not works for me.
How do I change the meter settings. It seems to be inverted. Example..when I take the shutter speed higher, the meter goes to the left and when I drop the shutter speed, the meter goes to the right. I remember you changed it in once of your videos but, I don't remember which one it was. Thanks, please help.
Thanks for this video. I've had the camera for several months and never used it. Largely because I didn't understand it. Now, after watching your tutorial, I can start playing with it. Thanks again!
This camera just arrived in the mail. First time user of Nikon, have always worked with Lumix cameras. Love your tutorial of the menus! Saves me a lot of time to find certain features and settings. Will definitely check out more of your videos!
Wow! So much info! I was only looking for help calibrating my lenses (2) but I feel like after watching this video I didn't know jack shiznit about my camera! Definitely a new sub & follower on all social media and newsletter. Really like your website. Thank you so much for all of your amazing content and help! The fro really does know! Can't wait to binge watch your videos this weekend and next week!
This video has a lot of info but he seems pretty scatter brained and jumps around a lot. And it would have been nice if they would have kept the camera going from over his shoulder so we could see what buttons he is pushing when he is changing settings. At 33:00 he goes back to manual mode and shows how he can change to focus point and then starts adjusting the little meter bar but doesn't explain how he got from the focus point adjustment to the meter bar adjustment
+Jim VanGieson He has broken down lessons in his tutorial series. He seems very knowledgeable and this is a quick rundown. Not intended to be anything else.
Hey Jared, I'm totally new to photographing, but since I decided to buy a DSLR for my upcomming vacation in Italy with my 1yr old son and girlfriend, I started to collect information about different DSLR's and how they compare. Your name immediately showed up in my search results and for a good reason. I absolutely love your passion ánd patience in this matter. Véry extensive report of several devices such as this D3300. I have to thank you a lót and will buy your guide(s) where needed. Saw this video without ever touching the videocontrols ... trust me .. that's a big compliment ... also knowing that I don't own this 3300 yet ;) In short: love your work!
+Yashpal singh Chauhan It's a nice way to start, but I highly recommend you to change and try the settings by yourself (if you want, atfer trying Jared's settings), so you can feel comfortabe with it. In case you get something wrong, there's an easy way to reset the settings back to the original ones
I bought the Nikon d3300 3 weeks ago and I really happy with it (its my first camera) and I wondered if I can use lens which Nikon didn't make, for example to use Cannon lens.. (I don't really know some other companies which make lenses.. Anyway, any company that make lenses...)
Thank you! Just bought a used D3300, didn't had the manual, your video was just what I needed. Also enjoyed that it was straight to the point, the speed/lenght of it was perfection . Thanks again!
You talk a lot without saying much. Most people can read the text in the menus, like you. You are advertising yourself too much while "guiding" very little. Disappointing!
+Jason Frost I don't know about you or I, but some people do need these lengthy explanations to figure out what is going on! Happens in many of my classes.
Jason Frost I agree to some extent. He could have done a better job with explaining certain things like aperture/shutterspeed/ISO, but I see why he doesn't. He is also marketing his product. So in this free video he gives you a sample of the kind of teacher he might be, and if you want to really learn you buy his product.
Thanks so much for making this and saving us time by knowing what you are going to say. I hate when people just go on and on without really offering any info. You packed hours worth of instruction into this 40 mins and I appreciate it. :-)
I’ve been shooting photos for 60 years (cut my teeth on the Speed Graphic and flashbulbs and operated cameras from Minox to 5x7 and currently own 3 Nikon, one FX and 2 DX and a bridge Canon as well as Compact Canon. Bought. A used D3300 to use some of the glass I have that fits DX . Your video reinforced the settings I had selected and explained it better to a retired military photographer (30 years including managing a photo crew). very nice video, I truly enjoyed it. Bought the camera used from a reputable source, so no manual; it was in fact your video that nailed everything - thanks mfj. 👨🏻🦳
Great guide to the Nikon D3300. I brought mine not long ago as my first DSLR. Another thing worth mention was the setting on "File number sequence" (default was "OFF"). Every time you put a new SD Card the file number will start from DSC_0001.JPG. If you want the file naming to continue with the last number even when changing SD Card set this to "ON".
your logo is awesome, like your videos alot, i just recently bought a d3300 to take pics of the cars i detail and i have no idea what the crap im doing, the other videos put me to sleep you are certainty entertaining. thanks keep up the good work.
Jared I have been looking for photography classes around my area (ridicules expensive) and then I started looking for "other" options( these videos) finally, I found you and I believe you will be my mentor. Since there are so many talking so much but they don't really explains the subjects. Thanks so much for all this information. I just got this camera and I am under tight budget now. But I am definitely, I will but you video in the near future. Thanks again.
This video is amazing. I learned so much from this & I only shoot manual because of it. I've trialed and error and figured out how to get the best use of my camera. the best lesson is to just go out and start shooting in all conditions of lighting. You'll see just how great this little starter camera is. I've subscribed to everything he offers. Bless you all happy shooting.
I've had my 3300 for almost a year, yet this was a very helpful video! learned a few things! I tend to stay away from Live View for photos but I had no idea that when you change the Shutter Speed, it'll change what's on the screen to reflect the change. Also, I didn't really know that the "?" would work as a Manual, explaining things that are on the screen. Sweet!
Great video...I watched your guide before I bought my camera and was able to click and experiment with settings right away. I'm a first time DSLR user as well!
Thank You for this incredible video. This made me purchase my camera this evening with only 237 shutter clicks for a phenomenal price. I should have it in a few weeks and I will review your video over again I'm sure a few more times.
I'm having a problem. Is shooting in raw not supposed to allow you to edit it on the computer? I shot some in raw, and my computer tells me I need to set it to jpeg to edit.
I just got one from my husband (early mother's day gift)! Thanks for the help! I've only ever had a point and shoot so it was a bit overwhelming but this really helped me out!
Wow... I've learnt so much in under an hour! I've had my Nikon D3300 for almost 2 years now but never bothered learning the features but thanks to this guide, I feel like a pro already... haha. Awesome video.
Two discoveries I made on my D3200, which is very similar to the D3300: 1) In Live view if you use Manual mode you can go down to ISO 200, in Aperture priority you can go down to ISO 100. 2) The Rode smart lav isn't compatible with the mic in on the camera. Hope that helps! ;-)
WOW! That was so much useful information. Thank you and I love your dog, who distracted me from your fast-talking a couple of times there...I will be getting the ND3300 tomorrow at midnight and I cannot wait! I will surely come back to you for more information.
Awesome Video! Watched it and pulled the trigger - a nice D3300. I'm a total newbee to DSLR's, but i feel like a pro after i watched your videos!!!! you are a very tallented teacher!
I don't use this camera, watched the video for fun. But have still learned something about my D600. for all these years shooting Nikon, I overlooked The "Auto image rotation" option. I've probably lost a few hours of my life batch-rotating pictures in Lightroom or Bridge. Thanks, Jared
i bought a used Nikon d3300 last night (cad 250)& i tested a few shots this morning & photos are so amazing compared to my Nikon P1000, now am going to buy a tamron 18-400mm & i will see what this camera can do more.
Jared. Thanks so much for this review. I bought this camera and used the kit lens for about two months I then picked up the 1.8 35mm lens based off this video.
I’ve searched this video specifically, in 2024, after getting a 2nd hand D3300 from my uncle. Fro’s the best!
I bought the D3300 about 8 months ago - my first DSLR camera - and I barely used it because I was so intimidated by it. This video has been amazing and I feel so much more confident now using it. Very easy to understand and follow. Thank you.
That's right, Sarah - you nailed it : "intimidated by it" that's how I feel just right now with my 3300, which I bout five days ago!
This is a FREE video... people are so ungrateful! Say thank you, learn what you can learn and move along. Sheesh! I learned ALOT from this video, THANK YOU Mr. Fro!!
Shut up fattie.
ok boomer
Ok boomer
@RebeccaBeans 4 would there be 79 thumbs up if there wasn’t?! Like why would i just say that lol, that’s dumb
Wife and I bought a 3300 kit for a Christmas gift to ourselves when the grand daughters were toddling about. Then I bought a phone with a great camera...I have not even seen the 3300 in about 4 years. Getting it out tomorrow....Thanks Jared!
I feel like I need to watch this video again. I have so much more to learn to shoot manual…so many settings I do not yet understand. I feel a little overwhelmed!
Look into my guide. Froknowsphoto.com/guide
jippinskippin i know what you mean i have just learn how to shoot better pictures.and i need to know how to import to my computer, i know how to connect to the computer and that is all.
Gahh me too, I bought one the other month and I've watched this 2+ times and still struggle hahaha
+Gunshow0 I have so much more to learn…I've been using the aperture setting as my crutch…I need to take a class to make myself dedicate time to figuring out manual
+jippinskippin I know! Right after I got this my photography teacher wants us to take good portrait pictures and have them in 2 days...
You are a Boss Jared, I have bought my D3300 1 month ago and immediately bought your Video Beginner Guide, then started shooting landscapes, Baseball games, portraits, and received many compliments, I shoot in RAW and edit my files with Lightroom following your suggestions. I recently bought the D7100 which I use for more important occasions. I wanted to thank you man for what you did and you do. FRO KNOW PHOTO and guide you to the best of your abilities in an easy and Creative funny way. You Rock man. Thank you! Blessings. Christian (ChrisVac)
Kyle Medina
Thank you Kyle I am using a lot the D3300, but I thought, since I am going to the beach frequently and baseball games, and have already brought the D3300 to Nikon for cleaning, I would like to have a 2nd camera such as the D7100 for portraits and less sandy environment. Also I have 2 friends who are professional photographer and I am looking forward to join them in their shooting session. Anyway you are right. Ciao, God Bless
chrisvac I am all about one body as every picture I capture I want with the best of the best with honors sir.
I am owning this model in 2k21... and literally it easily beats new models of canon, picture quality and details captured in this camera with stock lens is awesome which can be enhanced through another high end lens if needed.. peace ✌️
This was very helpful, I have had my camera 2 years and never took time to figure it out so it has sat in my closet...I will have to watch this a few times.
I've been shooting for 3 years and this video just changed my life.
Just a quick note. You can adjust the ISO when in Video or Photo mode. You just need to hold down the ''fn'' button and at the same time move the wheel on the camera to right or left.
this is the best video on RUclips for the d3300 i have bookmarked it and as a newbie who has bought this camera i watch it over and over frodo you are my hero you have helped me more than you will ever know.when i bought my camera i did not even how to set it up. this video has been a revaluation thanks man its great
I've picked up this camera since it seems like an excellent entry level camera. I've also spent some time with learning it by myself and I felt like I got a pretty good grasp on it since I have been getting some great shots but, with a little bit of a learning curve ahead of me. After watching this video there was a lot of tips on how to become a better photographer in the long term. THANKS FOR THE VIDEO FROKNOW!!!!
Jared, you just saved millions of beginners with this video. Keep it up. You're a hero!
Just got my D3300 this morning. Thanks big time for everything bro. Oh ! Dig The hair man , G bless.
I got mime yesterday :0
I got one this morning too!
sk11sk11sk11 Hello ,
I'm planning to get a memory card for my Nikon D3300. For shooting short movies purpose. Does Sandisk ultra 32GB Class 10 SDHC UHS-I upto 80/mbps is compatible with my camera or not ? Reply asap sir. Thank you.
Yes, class 10 cards are perfect for DSLRs.
How have the cameras performed? I'm considering buying the Nikon D3300 and I'd like to hear what you think about the camera
Bought this camera and watching this review has been really helpful. Being new to DSLR's and wanting to get out of auto so I bought the Go Above and Beyond Auto with the Beginner Flash Guide. Best $ I spent. I highly recommend both to anyone no matter what age you are if you want to get out of auto. I've taken pictures since the 60's w/basic cameras....yes I'm a child of the 60's.....and with this guide and videos I pushed myself into manual mode. Yes you can teach an old boomer new tricks. I put a hummingbird feeder outside my front window where my desk is and this is how I'm learning to work with the different settings by taking pictures of the different birds that stop by for a drink. Trial and error, trial and error while watching the Go Above and Beyond video. If I don't understand something I go back and watch it again. Down to earth, easy to understand and fun to watch. I highly recommend the beginners guide and the Flash Guide.
I just purchased a new D3300. It's my first DSLR and your video is really helpfull. Thank you! And don't forget... KEEP ON SHOOTING RAW !!! ;-)
Good luck shooting RAW footage... on 16GB card :D
I had my first camera at 11 a Kodak Brownie after 52 years of film mostly with Nikons F2 and others. I Bought a digital FujiS5 Pro camera. Now after 10 years of Digital shooting I changed my camera back to a Nikon D 300S . then as the sensors improved I bought a Nikon D3300 having used it for several years I am exploring the Video side of this camera, and this is where RUclips come in. Thanks
VERY useful vid, I know this took a lot of time to film,edit,render. Thanks bro.
+bakerXderek Damn, you here too ? :D
my husband bought me this camara yesterday for our 1 year Anniversary. This video is helping a lot...thanks
Got mine yesterday, August 29. This is really a helpful vid! Thank you! :)
WOW....Fro, this helped me so much! I am Currently employed as a Communications Manager, and photos are a big part of my job, along with social media, etc!!
We just purchased the Nikon D3300 - and although I was somewhat familiar with it - your video helped me tremendously.
I have always been afraid to just walk around snapping photos, and yet - now i feel completely comfortable doing just that!
I learned more in the 35 minutes of your video than I would have in 2 weeks of ownership without your video!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
YOU'RE AMAZING!!!
I get the feeling this guy shoots RAW.
Omg dying laughing
LMFAOOOO
You don't say
It might depend on the subject of the shoot.
Raw is war
Thanks for this in-depth video, just realised it was 9 yrs ago but hopefully you’ll see this comment, brilliant clear tutorial 👏🫶
Dear Jared, I just bought my first Dslr body and my computer dvd drive got broken to play the complimentary tutorial-dvd but you were available to educated me ABCD..... through Xyz of the camera. I thank you from in of the remote village of Kolkata, India, where I am only English speaking person.
Thank you so much for making this video. I hope Nikon pays you for this!! I can't believe they still sent a CD-Rom with the package and a boring looking user manual. They should just send a link of your vid as a user manual reference! Also what kind of loser would down vote on a free useful video??
Incredible! So much information! I just bought a D3300! Thanks so much!
thanks so much I just got the d3300 today for Christmas and this video helped me a lot.
I'm excited having nikon D3300. I had just placed order yesterday thru online. I'll watch this over and over again.
I just received my Nikon d3300 a few days ago (exactly like the one you're using in this video), but at 20:20 when you are speaking about "movie settings" your options were as follow: 1920x1080; 60p, 1920x1080; 30p, 1920x1080; 24p, 1280x 720; 60p, 640x 424; 30p. BUT ON MY CAMERA my options are: 1920x1080; 50p, 1920x1080; 25p, 1920x1080; 24p, 1280x 720; 50p, 640x 424; 25p... why is this? Why do I have the exact same camera (same model, same maker), but COMPLETELY DIFFERENT adjustment options? Is this something I should be concern about? #Help!!!
+ViXenBeats I have the same problem
+ADI&JULIAN: I found out what the problem is... in your menu: go to the SETUP MENU, then find "Video Mode". In that option you can chose between "PAL and NTSC" (chose NTSC), then you can go back to "movie settings" and you will see the 60 & 30p video options. #Yey:-)
thanks this helped me a lot
Thanks for this user's guide. I just bought a D3300 and this video guide was very helpful. This is my first real camera, and the first time I've attempted to learn photography, although I've been pointing and shooting for many years. I've watched many of your videos over the past few days and I've have subscribed to your website and your RUclips channel. I like your style and I appreciate the way you present the information. And YES... I am shooting RAW! : )
Nice video. The BEST way to learn this camera is to go to Nikon and download the official NIkon D3300 PDF manual. The physical manual that comes with this camera is only a "get you started" manual.
yubidubi Thanks!
Incredibly helpful! Finally not intimidated by all those menus. Really appreciate you just sitting down and going though 1 by 1 what each means. VERY helpful.
I inherited this one and thought, let me use this my its advantage instead of buying a new one and just leaving on "Auto" mode.
Thank you for thisl
Just bought the d3300 with 18-55 lens, my first DSLR Camera, look forward to learning all aspects of my new camera. Much to learn, will take practice. Jared Polin has very informative d3300 menu RUclips video that will assist me in learning.
I like your presentation and the way you just get to it unlike other tutorials on you tube that assume I would need detailed instructions on how to get the camera out of the box.
I'm going to show this to my mom! Thanks Jared.
no problem.
Great presentation. I learned a lot, but I'm glad I waited until I had already taken 1500 pictures with my 3300 before viewing this. This was a hang-on-to-your-hat tour that made sense to me now, but would have been completely incomprehensible one month ago. Thank you very much for your passionate videos.
You can actually change the A mode on live view by holding the +,- button while rotating the back wheel.
+Matt Kazan thanks
+Matt Kazan I am very new to DSLR cameras and I figured this out too. As soon as he said I was like "BUT BUT YOU CAN!!" haha
You're video here was PERFECT timing. In 48 hours I'm on my way to Alaska, but desperately needed help with this D3300. Thank you SO much for this first in depth and informative tutorial. Can't wait to watch more. You know your stuff!
Nice basic tutorial. Good for us newbs. However, here's my unsolicited advice for future videos that you share: In the first 10 minutes where you are pointing out specific buttons and dials and features on the camera and lens, the close-up secondary view in the inset was not close up enough. It was hard to tell what you were pointing at or where, much of the time.
rmcdaniel423 The next section, scrolling through the menus, was great. I'll definitely watch more of your vids. Thanks for sharing!
Can confirm, I had the same thought.
Just got this today on a whim and this video has helped a lot. This is my first DSLR. Looking forward to delving in deeper. Thanks
Jared can you make a video on how to take astrophotography on a Nikon 3300?? or message me on how to???
I just got this as a gift and can't wait to start taking photos. This video was exactly what I was looking for!
I am a car photographer from the netherlands, using a D3300 with a 55-200 and the 18-55 kit lens. My friends use a canon 1200d with the 18-55 kit lens and get great pictures, even with high iso levels. However i always get shitty noisy, grainy and blurry pics. please help me. im considering buying a canon, but i do think nikon is better the nikon just not works for me.
canon is much easier to use bro. thats why he get more quality pic, but nikon will give you more once you get to know it much
How do I change the meter settings. It seems to be inverted. Example..when I take the shutter speed higher, the meter goes to the left and when I drop the shutter speed, the meter goes to the right. I remember you changed it in once of your videos but, I don't remember which one it was. Thanks, please help.
Should I get the Nikon d3300 or Canon t3i?
Im not sure, but i got the d3300 and i lovee it
@@poplix2704 i bet the guy already made his choice 4 years ago XD
@@marcelo_afonso 😂😂😂😂😂Yeah
@@carolrose why am I here
Lmao
Thanks for this video. I've had the camera for several months and never used it. Largely because I didn't understand it. Now, after watching your tutorial, I can start playing with it. Thanks again!
Your shirt these days can be interpreted many different ways😂
Thanks so much for this useful video sir...... God bless you
RAW=Ready And Wild
This camera just arrived in the mail. First time user of Nikon, have always worked with Lumix cameras. Love your tutorial of the menus! Saves me a lot of time to find certain features and settings. Will definitely check out more of your videos!
dog stretching in behind made my day :D
Wow! So much info! I was only looking for help calibrating my lenses (2) but I feel like after watching this video I didn't know jack shiznit about my camera! Definitely a new sub & follower on all social media and newsletter. Really like your website. Thank you so much for all of your amazing content and help! The fro really does know! Can't wait to binge watch your videos this weekend and next week!
This video has a lot of info but he seems pretty scatter brained and jumps around a lot. And it would have been nice if they would have kept the camera going from over his shoulder so we could see what buttons he is pushing when he is changing settings. At 33:00 he goes back to manual mode and shows how he can change to focus point and then starts adjusting the little meter bar but doesn't explain how he got from the focus point adjustment to the meter bar adjustment
He basically shouts really fast through the entire tutorial.
+Jim VanGieson He has broken down lessons in his tutorial series. He seems very knowledgeable and this is a quick rundown. Not intended to be anything else.
That means his concepts are way too much clear with the camera
Hey Jared,
I'm totally new to photographing, but since I decided to buy a DSLR for my upcomming vacation in Italy with my 1yr old son and girlfriend, I started to collect information about different DSLR's and how they compare. Your name immediately showed up in my search results and for a good reason. I absolutely love your passion ánd patience in this matter. Véry extensive report of several devices such as this D3300. I have to thank you a lót and will buy your guide(s) where needed. Saw this video without ever touching the videocontrols ... trust me .. that's a big compliment ... also knowing that I don't own this 3300 yet ;)
In short: love your work!
Does this FroKnowsPhoto beginner guide worth the money?Anybody tried?
How much is it?
its available on Easydl .org
Normal warez download website.Not too fast,but free
and no surveys.Hope it helps.
Fast-paced and chock-full of useful information! I've only had the camera for two days so this is just what I needed. Thank you!
+Ace Hoffman Yet some people claim that this video is just him boasting. LEL.
Man I would love to play green light red light at your house.
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I just ordered a D3300 and i have never used a DSLR before. This amazing video helps me get familiar to what I am going to get...thumbs up..👍
+Yashpal singh Chauhan It's a nice way to start, but I highly recommend you to change and try the settings by yourself (if you want, atfer trying Jared's settings), so you can feel comfortabe with it. In case you get something wrong, there's an easy way to reset the settings back to the original ones
Finally,a proper guide after the atrocious guide by ken rockwell
I bought the Nikon d3300 3 weeks ago and I really happy with it (its my first camera) and I wondered if I can use lens which Nikon didn't make, for example to use Cannon lens.. (I don't really know some other companies which make lenses.. Anyway, any company that make lenses...)
Even the Dog wanting to check out the D3300 ;)
Thank you! Just bought a used D3300, didn't had the manual, your video was just what I needed. Also enjoyed that it was straight to the point, the speed/lenght of it was perfection . Thanks again!
nice dog
+Umbellical Chick very well behaved
Thank you so much. Being a kinesthetic learner, this video helped me learn how to use my d3300 fast and easy.
You talk a lot without saying much. Most people can read the text in the menus, like you. You are advertising yourself too much while "guiding" very little. Disappointing!
+Jason Frost I don't know about you or I, but some people do need these lengthy explanations to figure out what is going on! Happens in many of my classes.
+Cactus America It's evident that many thousands are rewarded by his presentations. I'm only voicing my opinion.
Jason Frost I agree to some extent. He could have done a better job with explaining certain things like aperture/shutterspeed/ISO, but I see why he doesn't. He is also marketing his product. So in this free video he gives you a sample of the kind of teacher he might be, and if you want to really learn you buy his product.
This really helped me learn a lot about my new D3300. I'm new to photography/DSLRs so this was great. Thank you for the tutorial.
very helpful video. I studied communications in school, but i havent picked up a camera in over 5 years. thank you for the refresher!!!
Thanks so much for making this and saving us time by knowing what you are going to say. I hate when people just go on and on without really offering any info. You packed hours worth of instruction into this 40 mins and I appreciate it. :-)
I recently bought Nikon d3300 and was looking for such tutorial guide. This is the perfect one. :) Thanks
I’ve been shooting photos for 60 years (cut my teeth on the Speed Graphic and flashbulbs and operated cameras from Minox to 5x7 and currently own 3 Nikon, one FX and 2 DX and a bridge Canon as well as Compact Canon. Bought. A used D3300 to use some of the glass I have that fits DX . Your video reinforced the settings I had selected and explained it better to a retired military photographer (30 years including managing a photo crew). very nice video, I truly enjoyed it. Bought the camera used from a reputable source, so no manual; it was in fact your video that nailed everything - thanks mfj. 👨🏻🦳
Great guide to the Nikon D3300. I brought mine not long ago as my first DSLR. Another thing worth mention was the setting on "File number sequence" (default was "OFF"). Every time you put a new SD Card the file number will start from DSC_0001.JPG. If you want the file naming to continue with the last number even when changing SD Card set this to "ON".
your logo is awesome, like your videos alot, i just recently bought a d3300 to take pics of the cars i detail and i have no idea what the crap im doing, the other videos put me to sleep you are certainty entertaining. thanks keep up the good work.
Jared I have been looking for photography classes around my area (ridicules expensive) and then I started looking for "other" options( these videos) finally, I found you and I believe you will be my mentor. Since there are so many talking so much but they don't really explains the subjects. Thanks so much for all this information. I just got this camera and I am under tight budget now. But I am definitely, I will but you video in the near future. Thanks again.
This video is amazing. I learned so much from this & I only shoot manual because of it. I've trialed and error and figured out how to get the best use of my camera. the best lesson is to just go out and start shooting in all conditions of lighting. You'll see just how great this little starter camera is. I've subscribed to everything he offers. Bless you all happy shooting.
I've had my 3300 for almost a year, yet this was a very helpful video! learned a few things! I tend to stay away from Live View for photos but I had no idea that when you change the Shutter Speed, it'll change what's on the screen to reflect the change. Also, I didn't really know that the "?" would work as a Manual, explaining things that are on the screen. Sweet!
Great instructional. Clear and concise, without being patronizing.
Nice one, Mr. Polin.
Great video...I watched your guide before I bought my camera and was able to click and experiment with settings right away. I'm a first time DSLR user as well!
Thank You for this incredible video. This made me purchase my camera this evening with only 237 shutter clicks for a phenomenal price. I should have it in a few weeks and I will review your video over again I'm sure a few more times.
Awesome video! Just got this camera yesterday and this vid saved me a lot of manual reading which I didn't wanna do! Thank you!
bought mine in 2022 with 2 lenses for 230! This video was really helpful to get started
I just bought this camera and I really enjoyed your video. You are very easy to understand. Thank you
Best explanation, I think almost all Nikon has same settings. Watched with 2.x play 😊. Very informative
Your videos are so helpful man, its better than taking a class. I learned so much from this.
I'm having a problem. Is shooting in raw not supposed to allow you to edit it on the computer? I shot some in raw, and my computer tells me I need to set it to jpeg to edit.
I just got one from my husband (early mother's day gift)! Thanks for the help! I've only ever had a point and shoot so it was a bit overwhelming but this really helped me out!
Wow... I've learnt so much in under an hour! I've had my Nikon D3300 for almost 2 years now but never bothered learning the features but thanks to this guide, I feel like a pro already... haha. Awesome video.
Two discoveries I made on my D3200, which is very similar to the D3300: 1) In Live view if you use Manual mode you can go down to ISO 200, in Aperture priority you can go down to ISO 100. 2) The Rode smart lav isn't compatible with the mic in on the camera. Hope that helps! ;-)
I would very much appreciate you doing a couple of videos: A guide for teens doing photography, and a Review of the D3300. Thanks a ton Mr. Polin!
WOW! That was so much useful information. Thank you and I love your dog, who distracted me from your fast-talking a couple of times there...I will be getting the ND3300 tomorrow at midnight and I cannot wait! I will surely come back to you for more information.
Jared.... I wish I had a fro so I could take a cozy nap wherever I go! Keep up the good work Brutha!!
This is a must-see if you've bought the D3300! Thanks Jared !
Awesome Video! Watched it and pulled the trigger - a nice D3300. I'm a total newbee to DSLR's, but i feel like a pro after i watched your videos!!!! you are a very tallented teacher!
About time!! Keep the tradition alive !!
thank you for this video! I appreciate hearing someone talking and making recommendations so much (esp. bc i'm a noob)
I don't use this camera, watched the video for fun. But have still learned something about my D600. for all these years shooting Nikon, I overlooked The "Auto image rotation" option. I've probably lost a few hours of my life batch-rotating pictures in Lightroom or Bridge. Thanks, Jared
Hi Jared,
After seeing this video, I am able to use D3300 better than before .
Thanks for your amazing work !
I bought this camera today and this helped me out so much! Thank you!!! You are great at explaining.
i bought a used Nikon d3300 last night (cad 250)& i tested a few shots this morning & photos are so amazing compared to my Nikon P1000, now am going to buy a tamron 18-400mm & i will see what this camera can do more.
just bought this camera so I will watch all your videos to learn how to use it properly :)
Long but worthy, I've just got my first DSLR and it's one of these. Thanks.
It's a great guide man! Pls continue with more cameras. I do hope you will produce basics for layman who never use dslr camera.
Jared.
Thanks so much for this review.
I bought this camera and used the kit lens for about two months I then picked up the 1.8 35mm lens based off this video.