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Some time ago, I think I saw a posting, article or something that gave suggested exposure setting other than default. I'd like to try those as my pictures are starting to come out dull. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Recently switched to BBF. Still having issues getting used to it, but I will continue for a while trying to get used to using it before our family gathering next month. Here is my issue and not sure if this normal or if I have something set incorrectly. Once I acquire focus using BBF and...

Merry Christmas & Happy 2018! My current lens is a Tamron 16-300mm VR mounted on a Nikon D5300. Very good all-around lens, but, I find myself not using the lens often beyond 90mm (135mm FF equivalent). So, I am considering selling/trading the Tamron in favor of a Sigma or Nikon. I'm not ready...

Been reading a lot about the back button focus (BBF) function and want to learn more. Can the D5300 be set up for BBF and if so, how? Also, for those who have used this function, what are the pluses and minuses and when do you use it? Thanks Jayw

I'm a bit behind the times, but just noticed 2 firmware updates for the D5300 on the Nikon website. Will I gain anything by updating my camera while using my Tamron 16-300 zoom lens or should I leave things alone?

As I get more use of my D5300, I'm finding the results to be lacking in saturation, etc. First, I'm using the "P" setting and a Tamron 16-300mm lens with VR enabled when hand held. I did some research and found the Picture Control settings. I also read that there is an "A" (automatic) setting...

Recently acquired a set of 3 softbox lights that have 4 - CFL bulbs in each unit. When I go to use this for either portraits or inanimate objects, do I turn the Flicker Reduction on, off or auto? Thanks JayW

I recently read that you can use the Nikon WMU (Wireless Remote Utility) to trigger the shutter release. I downloaded the utility from Google Play Store and installed it on my Galaxy S5. The issue I have is that when not in use, it is still running in the background "chewing" up the battery. Is...

I'm having issues getting the self-timer to work on my D5300. I know where the controls are located and how to set the delay timer, number of exposures to take, and have kept the Release mode at single. But when I get things set up and press the shutter release, all I get is a single exposure...

I have a D5300 with a Tamron 18-300 VR lens. I'm finding that on the short and long side, I'm getting lens distortion (barrel/pin cushion). I understand this is normal for this type of lens, but when I use Capture NX-D, I'm unable to activate the Distortion Control function. Is this only good...

I recently bought a D5300 with a Tamron 16-300 zoom. I use the viewfinder most of the time, but now and again, I use live view. Here is my question - when I use the viewfinder and press the shutter release, you hear the mirror go up and down as quickly as the shutter speed is set, say 1/500 at...