Nikon D3400 W User Manual

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Cleaning: When cleaning the camera body, use a blower to gently remove 
dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the 
camera at the beach or seaside, wipe  off any sand or salt using a cloth 
lightly dampened in pure water and then dry the camera thoroughly.
The lens and mirror  are easily damaged.
 Dust and lint should be gently 
removed with a blower. When using an aerosol blower, keep the can 
vertical to prevent discharge of liquid. To remove fingerprints and other...

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Notes on the monitor: The monitor is constructed with extremely high 
p re c i s i o n ;  at  l e a s t  9 9 .9 9 %  o f  pi xe l s  a re  ef fe c t i ve, w i t h  n o  m o re t h a n  0 . 0 1 %  
being missing or defective.
 Hence while these displays may contain 
pixels that are always lit (white, red,  blue, or green) or always off (black), 
this is not a malfunction and has no effect on images recorded with the 
device.
Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
Do not apply...

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The battery and charger: Batteries may leak or  explode if improperly 
handled. Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xi–xiv of 
this manual. Observe the following precautions when handling 
batteries and chargers:
• Use only batteries approved  for use in this equipment.
• Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat.
• Keep the battery terminals clean.
• Turn the product off before replacing the battery.
• Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and...

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This section lists the indicators and error messages that appear 
in the viewfinder and monitor.
Error Messages
AWarning Icons
A flashing  d in the monitor or  s in the viewfinder indicates that a 
warning or error message can be disp layed in the monitor by pressing 
the  W (Q ) button.
Indicator
SolutionMonitorViewfinder
Lens not attached F
/s  
(flashes) •
Attach compatible lens.
• If lens is not type E or G, select mode  M.
Before taking photos, 
rotate the zoom ring to 
extend the lens. F...

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Battery level is low. 
Complete operation 
and turn camera off 
immediately.—
End cleaning and turn camera off and 
recharge or replace battery.
Clock not set s
 
(flashes) Set camera clock.
No memory card 
inserted S
/s  
(flashes) Turn camera off and confirm that card is 
correctly inserted.
Memory card is locked.
Slide lock to “write” 
position. (
 
(flashes) M e m o r y  c a r d  i s  l o c k e d  ( w r i t e  p r o t e c t e d ) .
 Slide card write-protect switch to “write” 
position.
This memory...

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Subject is too brights 
(flashes) •
Use a lower ISO sensitivity.
• Use commercial ND filter.
• In mode:
S Increase shutter speed
A Choose a smaller aperture (higher 
f-number)
% Choose another shooting mode
Subject is too dark •
Use a higher ISO sensitivity.
• Use flash.
• In mode:
S Lower shutter speed
A Choose a larger aperture (lower 
f-number)
No “Bulb” in S mode A
/s  
(flashes) Change shutter speed or select mode  M.
No “Time” in S mode & /
s 
(flashes)
— N
(flashes) Flash has fired at full...

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Error. Press shutter 
release button again.O 
(flashes) Release shutter. If error persists or 
appears frequently, consult Nikon-
authorized service representative.
Start-up error. Contact 
a Nikon-authorized 
service representative. Consult Nikon-authorized service 
representative.
Metering error
Unable to start live 
view. 
Please wait for camera 
to cool. —
Wait for the internal circuits to cool 
before resuming live view or movie 
recording.
Folder contains no 
images. —Folder selected for...

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❚❚Nikon D3400 Digital Camera
Specifications
TypeType Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens mountNikon F mount (with AF contacts)
Effective angle of viewNikon DX format; focal length equivalent to 
approx. 1.5× that of lenses with FX format angle of 
view
Effective pixelsEffective pixels24.2 million
Image sensor
Image sensor23.5 × 15.6 mm CMOS sensor
Total pixels24.72 millionDust-reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (Capture NX-D 
software required)
Storage
Image size (pixels)•6000 × 4000...

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Viewfinder
ViewfinderEye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex 
viewfinder
Frame coverageApprox. 95% horizontal and 95% verticalMagnificationApprox. 0.85 × (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, 
–1.0 m–1)
Eyepoint18 mm (–1.0 m–1; from center surface of 
viewfinder eyepiece lens)
Diopter adjustment –1.7 – +0.5 m–1
Focusing screenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
Reflex mirrorQuick return
Lens apertureInstant return, electronically controlled
LensAutofocus supportAutofocus is available with AF-P and...

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Exposure
MeteringTTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB 
sensor
Metering method•Matrix metering : 3D color matrix metering II (type 
E and G lenses)
• Center-weighted metering : Weight of 75% given to 
8-mm circle in center of frame
• Spot metering : Meters 3.5-mm circle (about 2.5% 
of frame) centered on selected focus point
Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 
lens, 20 °C/68 °F) •
Matrix or center-weighted metering : 0 – 20 EV
• Spot metering : 2 – 20 EV
Exposure meter 
coupling CPU
Mode
Auto modes (iauto;...