Nikon USA has just announced the new Nikon D3400 entry-level DX DSLR camera today, and new DX zoom lenses: AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G (VR) and AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G ED (VR) lenses. The D3400 is physically smaller than its D3300 predecessor, but continues to offer many of the same specifications including a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor with no optical low-pass filter. Nikon says the battery is rated to 1200 shots per charge, which is a serious boost compared to the D3300’s already respectable 700 shots per charge.
The Nikon D3400 will be available starting early September for $649.99 with the AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR. A two lens kit also including the AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G ED (non-VR) will be offered for $999.95. The AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR will cost $249.95, the AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G will cost $199.95, the AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G ED VR will cost $399.95 and AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G ED will sell for $349.95.
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G specifications
| Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR | Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G | |
|---|---|---|
| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
| Focal length | 18–55 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes (4 stops) | No |
| Lens mount | Nikon F (DX) | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F3.5 | |
| Minimum aperture | F22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 12 | |
| Groups | 9 | |
| Special elements / coatings | Two aspherical elements + super integrated coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.25 m (9.84″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.38× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 205 g (0.45 lb) | 195 g (0.43 lb) |
| Diameter | 65 mm (2.54″) | |
| Length | 63 mm (2.46″) | |
| Materials | Composite | |
| Sealing | No | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | |
| Filter thread | 55.0 mm | |
| Hood supplied | No | |
| Hood product code | HB-N106 | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 G ED specifications
| Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G VR | Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G | |
|---|---|---|
| Principal specifications | ||
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
| Focal length | 70–300 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes | No |
| Lens mount | Nikon F (DX) | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F4.5 | |
| Minimum aperture | F32 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 14 | |
| Groups | 10 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 ED element + Super Integrated Coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 1.10 m (43.31″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.22× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Stepper motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 415 g (0.91 lb) | 400 g (0.88 lb) |
| Diameter | 72 mm (2.83″) | |
| Length | 125 mm (4.92″) | |
| Sealing | No | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | |
| Filter thread | 58.0 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |