So disappointed.
May 11, 2018 09:46:09 #
prcb1949 wrote:
Thanks I got your meaning I am having to read all the replies and digest them as there is so much I don't have a clue on.
Thanks I got your meaning I am having to read all the replies and digest them as there is so much I don't have a clue on.One other piece of advice: as a film photographer, I learned to make each photograph a project. VR should be turned on unless you are using a tripod. Be aware of everything your camera is telling you before you press the shutter. I'm not familiar with Nikon viewfinders, but you need to understand everything there. What shutter speed is being used, and what are the effects of that? {shutter speed controls motion blur} What aperture is being used, and what are the effects of that {aperture controls DOF - how much of the picture will be in good focus}. Where is the focus point? {focus point is area in exact focus}
May 11, 2018 09:58:29 #
So what was wrong with the pictures with your new camera? Out of focus? Camera shake? Bad lighting? There are lots of things that can go wrong that actually have nothing to do with the camera used. All you said was that they were "horrible," but no definition of HOW they were horrible. Could you explain a bit further?
May 11, 2018 10:39:59 #
did you forget to remove the lens cap ???? KEN the guy that does reviews on line on nikon product said that there is nothing wrong with this camera , it take sharp pictures like the big brothers .at 24 MP .
May 11, 2018 10:56:34 #
Were you shooting RAW with the new camera? When compared to jpeg unprocessed RAW photos can look pretty flat. The P900 does not shoot in RAW.
May 11, 2018 11:02:15 #
I think one technique a P900 user needs to do once moves to D3300 relating to meter and focus, is zooming to the main object, half pressing the shutter, then keep the half press, zoom out and shoot, that will define correct exposure and focus of the object one wants to obtain. Hope this helps, again, read the manual before trying next time.
May 11, 2018 11:39:43 #
prcb1949 wrote:
After taking around 400 shots with my recently arr... (show quote)
I’d suggest you read a few books.
- Nikon D3400 For Dummies, by Julie Adair King.
- Stunning Digital Photography by Tony Northrup.
- Secrets To The Nikon Autofocus System by Steve Perry, which is my favorite so far.
- Understanding Exposure by Bryan Peterson.
All are well invested pennies, and as knowledge has no weight it is easy to carry around.
You’ll find Steve Perry’s “Secrets To...” at
https://backcountrygallery.com/secrets-nikon-autofocus-system/
May 11, 2018 11:50:31 #
rwww80a
Loc: Hampton, NH
Stophy using auto (A also means average) and learn about photography. A camera takes a picture, a photographer makes a photograph.
May 11, 2018 12:27:12 #
radiojohn wrote:
A pro I know was contacted by a guy who bought the same zoom lens as the pro used and was very dissapointed with his results. The pro put the guy's lens on his camera and produced excellent results. Many people I had in classes attempted to do a lot of handheld shooting in conditions that were beyond the len's capabilities. The point is that there are so many things that can affect the image that are not the fault of the lens. Photography can seem magical,but it is not magic. It's physics.
Nope... it's magic!
May 11, 2018 12:46:55 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
burkphoto wrote:
My wife has the same camera. For the price, it is ... (show quote)
That is so accurate. The difference between my photos and Larry Price's or Jay Dickman's photos, Pulitzer Prize winning photographers, is not found in the Olympus E-M1mrII cameras that we use.
May 11, 2018 13:45:24 #
May 11, 2018 14:30:43 #
Read the book and practice, practice, practice! Unless it was damaged in shipping a new current technology camera does all you ask it do and more.
May 11, 2018 15:03:47 #
May 11, 2018 15:06:41 #
Might you post a few examples: several images of what you see as worst and of what you feel are not so worst. The experts here might have helpful hints for you to follow up on.
From a guy whose photo of that fabulous rose came out looking like the Mona Lisa smoking a cigar.
From a guy whose photo of that fabulous rose came out looking like the Mona Lisa smoking a cigar.
May 11, 2018 17:39:42 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
prcb1949 wrote:
After taking around 400 shots with my recently arr... (show quote)
1. When trying out a new piece of equipment, I view the very first shot to see if I need to make any adjustments. Yes, even when setting the camera to AUTO requires fine tuning sometimes.
2. IMHO, you need to return the D3300 and lens, obviously you are not ready for this camera. You will only be frustrated and who needs that. Unless you are willing to read the manual (especially the first part where Nikon tells you only the BASICS you need to take great shot) you will never move beyond the first step in understanding your camera.
3. Return it quickly so you can recoup your investment. Just tell um you are not happy with the results you are getting and any GOOD company will refund your purchase.
4. Continue to shoot and enjoy you Nikon P900.
May 11, 2018 18:38:57 #
First of all two different cameras. P900 point & shoot w/smaller sensor than DSLR D3300. But what was wrong? Focus, color, ???. Once you can be more descriptive then we can help diagnose.
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