Who agree this is one of the best video on how to buy used gear. Bless you man. For sure you have helped a lot of people.

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

Part 1. 2:55 Part 2. 6:38 Part 3. 9:06

Nice video, you can add this points to check : 1) the flash if the camera has a pop up one 2) the hotshoe pins 3) the screen : touch , tilt ... 4) Wireless connection : wifi, Nfc , bluetooth ... 5) Using the serial number of the camera to check if it has been repaired or reported as stolen. also it may be helpful to check the screws to be sure that the camera wasn't opened before.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and additional tips Mohammed!:)

I really appreciate you helping people especially beginners looking for their first used camera. Thank you

I get super excited whenever I see a new video. Thanks for providing such great information. I always learn a lot from your videos, and this one was no exception.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

@michaelangeloamarillo8978

5 жыл бұрын

Its true.

Thanks for the guide! I'm currently looking into buying my first camera and I know almost next to nothing about equipment. I really appreciate all the useful information!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help and welcome to the wonderful world of photography!:)

Great video. I'm not even buying a used camera, but the video was so interesting that I watched the whole thing. Thank you.

Thank you for a great video. First part with some advices are applicable for almost any items you are trying to buy online or in person. Awesome!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:)

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Thank you! I always find a huge useful information in your videos. I really enjoy it! greetings from Colombia.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback Christian and glad to be of help!:) Welcome from the United States!:)

This is great stuff, I wish I had this guide when I was buying my used camera (though I've made out ok from the deal thus far). You've also got a new instagram follower!

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to hear your last used purchase went well:). I find most people in the photography space to be relatively good/honest:).

Thanks, I've been wanting something like this. I used to resell manual-focus film cams on Ebay, and the inspection for those lenses and cams was much more straightforward, so all this is very good to know. Even though I've got about all the stuff I need now (and then some), I may need something in the future, and your vid will come in handy.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!:)

This is really perfect timing! Thank you so much!

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)

Great advice! And I appreciate the detailed notes-- going to to buy a Nikon D5600 for what may be a steal today, and this covered everything I needed to know. Thanks!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post Jamie and glad to be of help!:) I like used equipment and like the D5600 ... enjoy the camera and welcome to the channel!:)

Awesome video, as usual, and awesome advice. I have bought a lot of used camera equipment online, in the past. All of it has been from reputable businesses, and sometimes on Ebay. I have been blessed that all were great deals, and the equipment worked flawlessly. I always buy quality equipment, which is always best, and I look for USA registered items only. The advice that you've given will be invaluable for many in the market, either as buyers or sellers.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback Samuel!:) Sounds like you had some good experiences which is great. I like the idea of staying with trusted/known sources (friends, friends of friends, forum members with a good reputation, etc.).

Oh Thank you! I have been waiting for a video like that! Would you maybe consider also doing a video about buying second hand lenses? I would be very interested to see this too. Great video. Thank you!

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:) I may do a deeper dive into used lenses at some point:).

Good video - worthwhile topic.. Thanks for taking the time to be so thorough!

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Andrew and glad to be of help!:)

Thanks for this video, very useful information.

i rarely subscribe because i watch huge amounts of content daily, so i save my subscriptions for the elite, subscribed to you right away without checking your other videos, the dedication and efforts you put in this one is amazing, with very low self promoting, it's not too much i can give but you earned my subscription sir.

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback Sam and welcome to the channel!:)

Thanks. I've been thinking about buying used equipment but am a little nervous. This was helpful.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) Buying used is a great way to save money. Just ensure to ask questions and check the gear if possible.

Oh I asked about used camera on another one of your video. Good thing I found this

This was so useful! Thank you!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

I have only used one lens that was used already, bit this intrigues me!

My new go to video before getting new gear 😮 thanks!

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:)

@TheRalic

3 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld Bought an excellent used a6000 with a list of your tips and tricks :) so yeah, thanks!

this is a very useful guide for buying anything in general :) thanks!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:)

I appreciate your work

You’re so sweet,that's really really helpful for beginners like me❤️❤️

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help Eleanor!:)

Super helpful guide thank you!

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Garrett and glad to be of help!:)

Once again, great video! Have you ever visited Montreal, in Quebec, Canada? Looking forward for other great videos 🇨🇦

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) Never been to Montreal but may visit one day:).

Great job here!

Nice information bro .. thank-you

really useful.thanks

Please make a video on macro photography Extension tube, reverse ring, macro lens, magnifying lens

Great video thank you!

Very informative. Thank you.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!:)

Three pushes works on everything that can be negotiated where the price is the issue. I buy cars the same way. Very sound advice so gets my like.

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charles ... three is the magic number:).

Thank you for this useful video! As usual also very enjoyable. I have bought some used gear that I could not afford new, I've been lucky because all turn fine. I would add to investigate the specs of the items before the inspection, some youtube reviews would be good too, specially if you are not familiar with the specifics (for example I bought a manual fish eye lens, never used one of those before, I investigate previous the purchase how to use it with my camera so I could test it). I agree with you to be conservative with the price push and be respectful as well, the price should be agreed before hand according the objective condition of the product, if you don't like the condition of the item or the seller lies about it, I woun't purchase, instead of getting lower price. Greetings from Chile!

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback/tip and agreed!:) The more you know about the product before purchase, the better. Conduct additional research on the specific item so you have a better understanding, etc. Welcome to the channel from the United States!:)

That's very helpful thank you ))

Great info bro

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:) Lots of good/used equipment on the market in my opinion ... be careful, conduct proper diligence, and you should be in good shape:).

Ive said it before and i'm still saying it here and now, that people should be banned for disliking your videos..they're always easy to follow and so educative...

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback and glad to be of help!:)

Great video. Especially good for those perhaps looking for an entry-level DSLR. Lots of reasons to buy used (I buy new and used). I would rather have a used D7100 (body only)with low shutter count & excellent condition etc for about $400 (orig $950.) than a new D3400 (body only)for $400.00. I’m personally not a Craigslist fan for camera equipment and prefer places that offer some protections and can check seller history etc.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

I still have my D7000 body - a beast of a camera (older but solid:)).

You're the best ...thank you very much

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback and glad to be of help!:)

Thank you for those tips. Great to hear about you instagram account. Take care.

Your videos are really very helpful..*

I was able to pick up a D7100 with a 18-140mm and a nikon carrying bag for $750 CAD. Action count was only 1.4k

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Wow, that sounds like a nice deal - only 1.4k on the shutter? That is great with only little use:).

This is actually helpful, and informative! I'll make sure to grab and read the notes 👍 Followed your instagram already too

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thx and glad to be of help!:)

@electricow1

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld Looking forward to the indie 500 photos, and video (if you make one) lol

informative video!

Thank you!! 🙏🏻

Thanks for your video. Let me advice 1 camera to start between d3400 or T7i. I mainly take pictures and few videos. Time to use my camera is also very small, about 1 time a week on Sunday. Does the net score between d3400 (11) and T7i (45) affect much? What about image quality between 2 types? Sorry if my english is not good.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post:). I might lean towards the T7i if given the choice. The T7i has more focal points (45 vs 11 - this can be helpful when shooting video), built-in time lapse, and fully rotating touch screen. If you can get the D3400 cheaper and do not care for the rotating screen and are focused on image quality, I might lean towards the D3400.

You are good.... 👍🏻 thank u

IMPRESSIVE !

Thank you for this video. Very informative and timely for me. I was looking at a second hand Canon D7 at a pawnshop priced at $475. The body is pretty scratched. Looks like it has been pretty used up. Although I have a Leica D-LUX (Typ 109), I am looking for a DLSR to learn to take better pictures and to make better videos. In buying from a pawnshop,what are my risks? Best case/worst case scenario? What is your advice? Thank you.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) The challenge with any pawn shop is lack of history - since you are not able to speak with the owner, you have not idea of how the camera was treated, if there was only one owner, etc. If the camera body is scratch fairly good, I may second guess the purchase. A banged-up body tells me the camera had to take a fall or two or three or four:). For the money, I would seriously consider a new D3400 unless you have older Canon gear, etc. The D3400 runs $500 and includes two kit lenses. I created a review video on the D3400 and have used it a bunch of the last year - a solid, good bang-for-your-money camera in my opinion:).

@iceblue1457

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I looked it up in Amazon and shudder at the huge mistake I have averted! I compared the price and features of Nikon D3400 and Canon T6. To my untrained untechnical eye/mind, they look interchangeable. Is that so? My children also own a Canon DSLR but I do not know what kind since they treat their camera as too precious, not to be checked by their mother. The reason I brought this up is because I am wondering if it is ethical for people to borrow each other's lense. Sorry too much question. Thank you for your patience.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!:) If having to choose between the D3400 and T6, I would lean towards the D3400 for the few reasons: 1) higher resolutions (24mp vs 18) 2) higher max ISO (25600 vs 6400) 3) much better battery life (1200 shots vs 500 shots). One more note - Nikon removed the AA filter which is a nice bonus (the AA filter is the anti-aliasing or low-pass filter which tends to inadvertently sharpen images to some extent). They both will take nice photos/video in my opinion and I do not think you would go wrong either way.

2 years ago I send you a message being proud of my Nikon d3400 :) I barely knew to use it. I watched your videos and I had a lot to learn. In the meantime I had to change the device after some functions, taking a D5600, but the lenses were multiplying and now i have a Nikon D7500 because I needed fine focus auto tune, to have all my lenses calibrated :D I think you can make a video about this setting :D Devices that they don't have this in menu setting can be adjusted from the bottom screw. I wish you good luck and to be very successful. Greetings from Romania 🇲🇩👍🍻

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Ahhhhhh yes, wow - 2 yrs ago ... where does time go?!:) Welcome from the United States!:) Might make for any interesting video ... fine tune focusing is not something many get into but something you will appreciate if your camera offers the option.

@corneliuss2660

3 жыл бұрын

You mean Moldova* 😄

I also bought a pre-owned Olympus PEN EP1 from Ebay out of a whim after watching a review of said camera. I thought, why not? I am studying Digital Photography. It would be part of my learning process. However, I shudder at what I did after watching your video. All I did was email the seller (supposed to be in Japan) to ask if it is in good working condition.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

I find that most camera sellers are relatively good natured and honest (not all). In addition, I suspect most buyers rely on words from the seller which is fairly common. You are mostly likely fine - curious to know if the camera meets expectations:).

useful info

Hello, I have just purchased my very 1st camera a Canon EOS 80D. I have watched numerous videos (yours as well) about which one would best suit my needs and it was between the Nikon 5600, 7200, and the Canon. I wanted a camera I could grow with and I plan on having this for quite a while and not upgrading (only the lenses). The reason I chose the Canon was ultimately went to the store and I just really liked the feel of the Canon, I remember you saying that they are all pretty much the same and won't be able to tell the difference (as I am by no means a professional or want to be, just a hobby) so when it come down to it, go and test them out (great advice as I was leaning toward the Nikon 7200, but didn't like the menu or the grip and overall hold). Would you recommend buying used lenses from Canon (refurbished) department, and if so what lenses would your recommend for landscape photos/wide angle (10-18mm Canon) as I will be going to Europe and need photos from far away and up close/indoors possibly? I have the 80D with the 18-135mm kit. Great videos and have subscribed, keep up the great work!

@Reza-nz2re

2 жыл бұрын

Nikon have better picture i think. Canon have better video recording.

I've got that Nikkon D200 dslr I mentioned earlier and I've used it. Buttons etc seem in good condition. Sensor looks clean with no dust. Body looks and feels good condition. Lens is alright and back screen and screen on top looks good condition with only small marking that you don't really notice. The price is cheap as it was £100 for second hand in shop. How to focus at night as it doesn't have live view as I like to try photographing the stars and constellations with this camera?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you got a good deal!:) I created a video on astrophotography which might be of some help - kzread.info/dash/bejne/aqmquZaBfJbZo9I.html

Interesting video because I was recently at a pawn used shop and saw a DSLR which looked good the Nikkon D200 at a very cheap price of £100 so I asked to use camera and everything looked real good so I paid deposit. Is this camera any good under low light? Is this camera almost a pro camera? What lenses should I buy? When I get it I'll take a closer look at camera with help from this video from you. Is this camera better than the Canon 700D?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post!:) I would be curious to know the shutter count. Nonetheless, the camera was manufactured in 2006 and might be good from a historic perspective but not certain I would use it much today (just my two cents). How does it compare to the 700D? The 200D was built to be more hefty/solid but that's about it. The 700D has a higher max ISO, articulating touch screen, resolution, etc. If it were me, I might pass on this camera unless it were immaculate and/or I simply wanted a piece of history, etc. ... again, just my two cents:).

thank you

Thanks a lot bro

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

glad to be of help!:)

Hi I just starting out in photography and been doing slow motion amination and planning get more into photography looking at get second hand Nikon for my own use off friend I work with. and I thinking off starting out second hand so I get feel for the hobby or should just I think of going new and I really want to learn photography so I can inmprove my short flims

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of buying used especially from a friend/co-worker who can testify to the history of use. If you like it, you can always sell and upgrade, etc.

Thank you a great lot, Mr.RealWorld! You made all the issues about buying cameras ultimately clear. Tomorrow I'm going to inspect 2 cameras and 2 lenses and intend to buy them for to make a better choice among them. Now I know what to ask and what to expect and what to pay special attention to. Best regards from cold totalitarian Russia. And surely have a nice day out there in the US! ))

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help from the United States!:)

Thanks for the video! Regarding taking some test photos with high and low shutter speeds, I've read online second hand buying guides that say to change the aperture to f/22. Is there much of a difference between using aperture or shutter speed when it comes to taking the test photos? I guess not right? Because ultimately you just want an underexposed and overexposed photo?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Correct - the goal is to take a shot under exposed and one over exposed. Increasing the aperture will help to darken the image creating an under exposed image to some extent:).

@Spacemonkeymojo

5 жыл бұрын

RealWorld thanks for the reply! Would you say that either way is fine or do you prefer just to adjust shutter speed instead of aperture?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

@@Spacemonkeymojo Either way is fine but I might lean towards adjusting the shutter speed:).

@Spacemonkeymojo

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld Awesome, thanks for the info mate!

nice man

What special precautions or steps do you recommend when inspecting a camera for purchase during the pandemic?

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

thanks for the post/question Mike:). the pandemic has been an interesting situation. based on initial information from the CDC, i might suggest wearing a pair of rubber gloves. if you do not have a pair of gloves, inspect the camera without but be prepare to wash your hands after. recent information from the CDC suggest the virus does not spread much via contaminated surfaces.

I use Canon's own software for my shutter counts. My two 5Ds are guaranteed for about 200K shutter actualisations, and my 7DII 250k. My 5DII is at 200K now whilst my 5DIII is only at 20-30K, guess which is my favourite out of the two. I have bought all my digital cameras, and digital lenses, new, although I have got an EF lens with an analogue camera. My film cameras are all second hand, but I tend to buy off known sellers recommended by different forums especially so with any lenses, backs, viewers for my Bronica where I always go to the same seller. I have broken all the rules once and bought a FSU rangefinder online and without seeing the camera first. Unfortunately the USSR was not known for quality control with many more misses than hits, even the hits can vary from ok to amazing with both camera and lens. I thought it was worth a punt for £50, including P&P, camera and lenses, and the seller promised both had had a full CLA. That Zorki 4K with its Jupiter 8 lens is now by far my favourite camera, not just because my wife bought it me for my b'day present, it takes amazing sharp images and is a real joy to use, but I’m not recommending others do the same as I did. If I was to buy a second hand digital I would take a laptop with me and take a tethered shot with the camera, you can then see all sorts of information when you take an image already connected to Lightroom. I’m pretty sure you can see the shutter count there in image properties. You can definitely find hot pixels etc by moving your blacks and whites with the alt key down. You can also see if all the colour presets work like landscape, neutral, portrait, etc. Most of all you will see if the tethering port works which is often crucial for any subjects requiring artificial lighting, such as some macro, food, still life, product and studio portrait. It was because mine broke on the 5DII that I bought the 5DIII. I wouldn’t take any cash to the first visit either, sorry but there too many scum balls in the world and you don’t know these people from Adam. Where possible I would buy from a dealer, you might pay a tad more but you should get a 90 day guarantee. Yet another great video full of brilliant advice.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback Mark!:) The 5D series is a beast. I shot with the 5D Mark IV and really enjoyed it as well. Canon backs the camera with a 200k rating on the shutter which is great. Sounds like you found some great deals/equipment along the way - nice!:) I like the idea of taking a laptop although be careful as someone could steal that as well. Always meet is a public place with lots of people - police station if possible.

@markharris5771

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld Good point about the laptop, I didn’t think that one out too well! I know a seller who let someone take a cycle on a test ride, that was in 1985, I think the seller is still waiting at his garden gate waiting for the buyer to return from his test ride.

What would be the best shutter count camera to buy Can I buy 2k to 5k shutter count Nikon d3400 for 320 USD

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

That would be a great deal:). A shutter count in that range had little use in my opinion:).

Check the photoflash mount (hotshoe) is working or not :D

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea to bring an external flash if you have one available:).

Would you recommend to use a UV haze filter all the time? From what I've heared until now is that it's a very controversial question. Many people recommend a UV haze filter on every lens to protect the glass from scratches. But other people say it's also about the money and that you merely need a lens hood to protect the glass. In addition to that they say that the UV filter almost has no effect on todays cameras and that the fotos could be worse because the light has to pass through more lenses. In my opinion it also depends on the situation in which the photographer is using the camera. For example a motocross shooting or a windy day at the beach might cause contact from flying stones, dirt or sand with the lens. In this case it's definitely good to have it protected. Are you always using a UV haze filter on all of your lenses?

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question:). For a handful of years I used a filter until I made a similar discovery - not needed:). I will state that I had a filter on a lens without a hood sitting on a small travel tripod. The tripod tipped forwarded and landed on the front edge of the lens. Did the filter help? Perhaps to some extent. Lenses are typically strong and surprising resilient to scratches. I have seen people attempt to scratch lenses for sake of testing and it was difficult:). Nonetheless, I go without a filter but like a hood if available.

Thank you! God bless.

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help!:) May God bless you and your family:).

I got an offer on a Nikon D5500, Sigma 18-250mm, Nikkor 40mm macro and Nikkor kit lens with an extra battery for $350. the seller started at $325, but went up when I said i'm interested and it seems really cheap and she's selling it because she has a full frame camera and doesn't want to hold on to two cameras and get rid of the crop lenses also she said that she shots landscape and says it's barely been used. Is this price too good to be true?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great price/deal:). If she is the first/original owner, the shutter count is relatively low, and the everything appears to be in good working order, go for it in my opinion:).

Oh yeah I forgot about this video, I just back to say thank you I got Nikon D3300 with its kit 18-55mm lens it was pristine only a minor faint sticker on the tripod mount thing it only has around 16000 shutter count.

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Nice and glad to be of help!:) Sounds like you found a good/solid camera:).

You don't cek the lens for fungus or anything in front lens?? If lens have bit spot of fungus is there a problem or ee can clean them?? Because I just a used camera and have a dot spot on the lens (fungus)

@RealWorld

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea as well :)

Hello, I'm going to buy used Nikon D610. It's shutter count is 35000. Condition is good. But the reason, I got some news about that camera. One of my friend told me that camera drop into the water, But owner serviced it. My question is when I buy it and take more 10000-20000 shots Will the camera stop working? Can it be found whether it was dropped into the water? Camera price is $812 with Tamron 55-300mm lens.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

I would lean against the purchase as water can do funny things to electronics:). Typically rain on a camera is not a problem but full submersion can be:). If the camera is currently working, the submersion may have been very quick and water did not damage the circuitry. Curious to know how long ago it was dropped in the water. Yes, many technicians can identify if electronics were exposed to water.

Something I have really been interested in is how distance effects image quality. I have a sigma 170-500mm and I've noticed that at 500mm the photos can get blurry. I don't know if this is from very humid air, dust, and just things in the air or if its from the lens being slightly off. No one has made a video on this subject but I remember Tony and Chelsea North mentioned it in a video.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/observation:). Curious to know your distance between the camera and subject. If a long distance, I suspect air particles could be the culprit to some degree.

@rileymcdowell2889

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld I would say at about 30 feet or so the photos become quite soft.

Ive alwaya really liked the soundtrack that comes aeound 2:55 or around that time.. please tell me the name of that soundtrack

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question ... agreed - a nice beat as well:). This is called Nice to You by Vibe Tracks.

Hello Real World. It's been a while since I watched this video. I have bought my Nikon D3400 from Amazon and awaiting its delivery. Is it ok to test the camera with your techniques? Nothing will be lost, isn't it? Or is it superfulous to do so since the camera is brand new? Thank you.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question!:) It will not hurt to step through it, although since you have a new camera, you should be in good shape:).

@iceblue1457

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld Thank you. That feels so reassuring.

Very nice channel for all camera lovers , I have purches camera Nikon plz suggest wchich one is best budget is mid range , thanks sir

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I might suggest the Nikon D5600 ( amzn.to/2DJkQ3k ) ... I created a review which can be found here - kzread.info/dash/bejne/o3iZuZOJiabUnaQ.html

@user-pf1mi2gd1b

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld thank you so much ❤️

HI it's me again with another question. Tonight (I should've thought to ask earlier but we'll see) my son graduates with honors this will be indoors in the high school auditorium although the sun will still be up I'm assuming a low light situation. I looked in your videos for an indoor low light but didn't see one. I will be using the Nikon D-3400 and the 18-55 kit lens shooting in jpeg. No tripod it'll be elbows down hands properly placed best I can do. Not sure about S. A. Or M eg S 1/60? A5.3? M1/60 & 5.3? As you had suggested once in another situation I took iso off auto set to 100 or 200 but think maybe auto on default 100 Hi? Low? All my playing with this camera has been outdoors so think I'll experiment today indoors here at home and go a little early to experiment in the auditorium. I really got to get this camera down because the 29th he ships off to North Carolina for boot camp and when he graduates in full dress those are the photos I want perfect. Thanks again Sir.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question!:) I recently took a bunch of shots indoor for a celebration/gathering of sorts using the D3400 along with the 18-55. Regardless of artificial indoor lights, there never seems to be enough:). How to get natural pictures indoor without a flash: I used aperture mode and left it opened as wide as it would go (note: you can get a wider aperture if you are zoomed out). I manually controlled my ISO but might suggest auto ISO (iso sensitivity = 100, set to a max = 12800, min shutter to 1/60 or 1/125). Controlling manual ISO is not bad and allows you to further impact the shutter speed which can be good depending on movement. For example, go to aperture mode and open wide > I believe the Fn button on the front left of the camera is assigned to the ISO > hold down the button and rotate the rear dial to quickly adjust the ISO > the shutter speed will adjust with each rotation of the ISO > if you want a faster shutter, simply increase the ISO. The only challenge I really see to this method is that you cannot select smaller ISOs. For example, you can select 6400 and 12800, but you cannot select anything in between but auto ISO can:). When shooting at higher ISOs, you will get noise in the image. Not a huge deal but be prepared to remove the noise if needed in post edit (created a video on how to do this in Lightroom - kzread.info/dash/bejne/on-i0q6bY5XQYdo.html ). Keep in mind that you could always use a flash for relative close portrait shots, etc., but I always like the natural shots when/if possible:). Hope all this helps!:)

@rand3040

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld awesome thank you. Yes a wheelbarrow of useful info thanks again

useful things here, so thanks champ. However as a seller I would walk away the moment someone asks me to take a picture with myself in it just to prove i own it. Unless it's a 40 grand RED camera or something of sort, I won't be stressing to that extent and level of scrutiny just to sell my gear worth a couple of hundred bucks. I appreciate people have to tread with caution but there's also a fine line between being careful and being annoyingly distrustful. It can be off-putting - to me at least. Ask me about shutter count no problem. Ask me if there are any damages, or who owned the camera from new, even ask me why i am selling it no qualms, but to ask me to send a photo of myself with the camera (probably with thumbs up and a bright smile) is just a no no for me. My 2 cents :)

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback Larry:). Ultimately, the transaction depends on trust between the buyer and seller. If the buyer fails to trust the seller, the deal will fall-through which might be fine to the seller if multiple buyers are available. If not, the seller might consider going the extra mile:).

Jesus im buying a nikon d3100 with a supposed shutter count of 1569...I was showed a pic of the shutter count results and he said we can check the count again when we meet. This video made me so nervous! Im not sure ill be able to check for all that stuff, but the camera looks super new, has very little wear(even on the bottom) and the super low shutter count is reassuring...but im nervous!

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

WOW - a D3100 with only 1569 is really low!:)

i want to buy Nikon D7200 with 8500 shutter counts is that OK for used camera?????

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Providing the camera is good shape, I would not have a problem with 8500 clicks:).

Hi..do u think nikon 55-300mm af-s is work best with nikon d3400..i hv really no idea abt which lens i choose for long range, either Tamron 70-300 or nikon 55-300.?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

I might consider the Tamron 70-300 which is great for the money in my opinion ( amzn.to/2qwRn3C ). Another lens to consider which covers into the wider range is the Tamron 18-200 ( amzn.to/2RDxx2g ... the Nikon version is nice as well but pricey).

@rameshshrestha1175

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld yeah bt i am getting both lens in same price as a used lens, almost 200$..so which one i choose..?

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

@@rameshshrestha1175 If given the choice, I would lean towards the 55-300 ... always like the native lenses when possible:).

@rameshshrestha1175

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld tq u for clearing my confusion...

I am about to buy a used canon 5d mark ii that I saw on an fb post. I already asked him question, he bought the camera used as well in January 2018, he admitted that he never put the camera in a dry cabinet since he bought but he is sure that there are no fungus or dust developed in the camera. However I looked at the couple photos of the camera that he sent me, I saw dust in the edges and some corners of the camera. I am afraid there are dust inside the camera too. He is selling it for $530 with lens. Our set is, he will hire someone to send it to me and I will pay it. This is my first time to buy a dslr and know nothing about it. Is it possible for a camera not to develop fungus from Jan 2018 until now even if it was never put inside a dry cabinet? Please help me guys. Thanks in advance.

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

I have never used a dry cabinet and never had any issues with fungus ... I suspect you will be fine, however I am curious to know what part of the world you live:). If you are in an extreme tropical environment, perhaps a dry cabinet would be nice. Any dust can be easily removed using an air rocket of some sort ... I created a video which might be of some help - kzread.info/dash/bejne/q66fpraNqK-uhZs.html

It was a great video...but mind if i ask a question?? Q-which camera did you use on the video??

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/feedback!:) I used the my Nikon D7000 in the demo and used a Sony a5100 to record the video. The a5100 is produces nice quality and does a good job with locking focus, however it tends to overheat:).

@jamanulsakib7309

5 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld ❤

thanx much i wanna buy used EOS 60D to use in wedding parties. How is this camera?

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

the 60D is a good/solid camera. curious to know what lens you plan to use:).

@vugarumudov3751

4 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld ok. I understand) Which lenses are ok for me?

when I sell a used camera and find someone that picky, I always tell, go to samy's or any other camera store, because, if you sell a d500 for 800 with 20k i dont mind that they test the equiptment all they want, but going with them to get it inspected, give up my phone number is a nono. and before that they offer me less... nope. BUT if I am asking 1,400 or 1,800 and they agreed with the price after get it inspected, yes, not a problem.

Sir I'm a beginner...& I literally don't know anything about camera...& wanna buy a canon700D kit(owner bought it in 2016..not in warranty) With lenses 18-55mm, 55-250mm UV filters on both lenses...Sir any suggestions! Please! :)

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

What is the asking price? This is not a bad camera/kit to start on but you should seek a good deal before moving forward.

Thanks a ton for this video. It will help me choosing right camera. Can you help me with this please? Person is selling Nikon D850 with 24-105mm lens, tripod and SB700 Flash for USD 2200. Shutter count is 8k and it is 7 months used camera. With 5 months warranty still in hand. With original bill and box. Please advise.

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!:) The D850 is a solid/awesome camera. I suspect the 24-105 is a Sigma lens? Nonetheless, this sounds like a very good deal in my opinion ... never hurts to push on price though:). Just my two cents - offer an even $2k. If the seller does not move on price, push to .$2100:). If they still do not budge, not a problem:).

@vedant_joshi

5 жыл бұрын

RealWorld Thanks a lot for your reply. It means a lot. Meanwhile I was asking him to meet face to face he got off some better deal it seems. Lens was original from Nikon. The last he reduced to was to $2200. Also one more deal I have where there is just a body of same NikonD850 where the person is asking $2050. Purchased 10 months ago with shutter count less than 500 clicks. Can you advise me once more please 🙏🏻

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

​@@vedant_joshi Not a problem and glad to be of help:). If you meeting face-to-face and plan to bring money to purchase, meet in a safe place like a police station. The D850 for $2050 at less than 500 clicks sounds like another very good deal ... perhaps the same if not better than the first in my opinion. 10 months at 500 clicks tells me the person did not use the camera much at all for whatever reason. Nonetheless, feel free to push again on price as it never hurts to ask:).

@vedant_joshi

5 жыл бұрын

RealWorld Thank you so much once again for your advise. I love how you mention it very specifically on how to deal with the selling person. Person is not reducing any further he is sticking to same price that is $2050 . Yes he told he hasn’t used the device much. New device just body is costing here $2900 so compared all the wear and tear in 10 months this seems fine tom me and would request your final word. Thanks a ton. 🙏🏻

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

@@vedant_joshi Not a problem:). Not certain what you countered with from a price perspective. If you countered with $1900 and the seller held firm, counter again with $2000 even ($50 saved is $50 earned:)). If you started with $50 and the seller held firm, I suspect they are not going to move. Nonetheless, I would consider buying at $2050 regardless. The camera seems to be in like-new condition based on given information:).

if i use Toshiba Wifi SD card in my nikon d3400 , will i be able to use remote photography via wifi using nikon snapbridge or nikon wireless connectivity app ?

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

In theory, yes, but I have not tested:). wifi SD cards are great to leverage wifi and transfer images, etc. I suspect you could use the Nikon wireless app to connect and remotely shoot.

@EpicShowsHD

6 жыл бұрын

yes thats what i want

So I've been doing classified ad buys and sales for 28yrs now, and its how I originally started my business. Used to be ads in the paper, and it has evolved to now the best way is facebook marketplace where you have some sense of the person before you even meet. The trait that specifically connects with how much you should trust someone is conscientiousness. You can discern conscientiousness very effectively all on your own by using some basic assertive communication i.e. social skills. Meeting in public is good advice for sellers who want to avoid consequences but bad advice for buyers. The best place to meet for a buyer is at the seller's residence. People will get up to all kinds of nonsense when they are untraceable. At their home address they are directly traceable. If they are cagey in that setting, it tells you a lot before you even look at the goods. You can tell a lot by how someone keeps their home, and how well prepared they are for the sale and your arrival. Are the goods clean and have they made an effort to demonstrate them working? What steps have they made to ensure you are secure in the purchase? *conscientiousness* How do you do any of that outside a police station? You don't. If you are worried about security, bring a friend or leave the cash in the glove compartment. Or stay home and be afraid of the world like some kind of suburban shut-in. Also the entire premise of your advice that the buyer gets to set the meeting point is ridiculous. They don't. No seller will ever agree to that (its a huge time waster) and you will never get a deal off the ground with that kind of approach. As a buyer, if a seller starts talking about public meeting places, I'm already looking for other signs that they are cagey. As the seller, I want to control the setting (to protect myself) and make sure the buyer is set at ease. I usually use the lobby of my apartment building, and I prepare the items for sale and a way to demonstrate them. Buyers leave with a smile on their face and my security is totally covered. Your advice is nonsense to me because it doesn't manage any of the needs of the parties involved and instead puts them both at disadvantage. I've edited this in light of some of your replies because I have thought some more about it and I am even more assured in my opinion. I disagree with you, based on loads of personal experience and many years of successful experience with this kind of transaction with valuable electronics. Anonymity is a sign that a party is not trustworthy and you should just move on. That's why craigslist has had their a** handed to them by fb marketplace - people don't want anonymity they want to be able to exercise their social skills to discern the quality of the other party first.

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

When the buyer determines the public location, the ball is in buyers court. More specifically, meeting at a police station weeds out any potential scammers. I would not recommend meeting at the sellers house as the buyer can easily walk into a trap (I know someone who went down this path). The sellers house may not be their house/apartment and they will have the upper hand.

@geekazoid

3 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld public places do not prevent scamming! upper hand for what? this is nonsense thinking. if someone is trying to obfuscate, don't do business with them.

@geekazoid

3 жыл бұрын

@@RealWorld the problem with "public place" meets is that the seller always defines the location, not the buyer. Try and get a seller to meet at your location. They will tell you to screw off.

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

LOL - a police station does prevent scamming (www.safetradestations.com/where-to-trade.html):).

@RealWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Whenever I buy or sell, I set the location (a police station). I never had a legitimate seller or buyer willing to meet at a police station as this is in their best interest as well. If they are not willing to meet at a safe location, ask the simple question why? If the reply is not satisfactory, move on - better to safe than sorry:).

Hello Real World, one more question. There are so many photography classes online such as one from Master Class. How do we know which one to choose? Is photography better learned in classroom setting in campus? Thank you.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Not a problem and great question!:) I would honestly start with a few of my videos: Got your first DSLR (i.e. Nikon D3400) - now what? kzread.info/dash/bejne/aH1nzNaKlseTo7g.html Step away from Auto and into Program, Shutter, Aperture, and Manual modes kzread.info/dash/bejne/fYiix7iMqNmXodY.html Post processing kzread.info/dash/bejne/pqWYwaWnm5CscrA.html I have others videos that should be of help as well so feel free to browse around:). Once you have watch and understood the videos, hit the field!:) Go out and explore, experiment, and have fun. You will gain lots of ground by doing in my opinion - see what works and what does not. You might also consider a local photo group/club of some sort - ask around, etc.

@iceblue1457

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I can't wait for the Nikon D3400 I ordered online.

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the camera and have fun!:)

Is the Nikon D7200 with shutter count of 24,099 is it ok to buy?

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

You are good:). 24k tells me the camera has been used but still not close the manufacturers limit of 150k:).

So I was watching your street photography video and saw that you commented on how you were going to tell us something that happened in Tijuana Mexico. If you don't mind could you tell us? (Great vid tho by the way)

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Ahhhhhh yes, Tijuana!:) I may save that for another day - a relatively long story:).

@eduardomuniz8091

6 жыл бұрын

RealWorld ok it's fine. I'll be waiting. :)

How do i protect my dslr against climatic conditions like humidity and dust so that the Lenses are protected from fungus?? Dry box are little more expensive, is there anything less expensive than a dry box??

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question:). One suggestion is to store your gear in a ziplock freezer bag when not in use. In addition, you might consider placing a few silica gel packs in the bag (silica packs will help absorb moisture).

@Avijitmodi

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the quick response. I will do the same as per your advice. Gr8 learning from your videos.Keep posting your videos :)

how about for lens??

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/question:). The key for lenses is to conduct the following: 1) check the mount points 2) closely examine the glass on both sides of the lens (looking for scratches, pits, etc.; lenses can still produce great images with a small scratch or two); check for dust/particles between the elements (many lenses are sealed; if not, some (very little) might seen/okay) 3) if zoom lens - rotate the zoom and feel for any friction or abnormal resistance 4) ask if the seller has kept a filter or lens hood attached (filters and hoods provide additional protection to the glass) 5) if possible, take a few shots with the lens (if buying remote, ask the seller to send a few shots with the lens)

@jgvbadv

6 жыл бұрын

And ALWAYS check autofocus (if it has it)..Trust me :D

#realworld sir can you please make video on copyright how it work and how to set in Nikon d3400. Thank you

@RealWorld

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post/suggestion:). I like the idea and may add this to my list:).

Going to buy sony a7ii with 17k shutter count for $700..great deal or not?..

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

A new a7ii run around $900 new. $700 for a used a7ii w/ 17k on the shutter sounds fair. Is is a GREAT deal? Maybe not great but what I might might consider fair ... just my two cents:).

I'm from India thanks for the video

@RealWorld

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post and glad to be of help from the United States!:)

Hello 15k shutter count used camera is still good to buy?

@RealWorld

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question Mark:). 15k is fine ... tells me some used the camera but did not over use it:). I would not have a huge issues purchasing a body with 15k (the shutters are rated for much more ... 150k-200k).