Setting Guide (Wildlife Edition)
Table Of Contents
- Table of Contents
- Getting Ready
- Camera Setup
- Taking Photographs and Recording Videos
- Precautions for Wildlife Photography
- Tips for Wildlife Photography
- If a Stationary Subject Suddenly Starts to Move
- To Photograph Only within a Certain Area
- To Catch Moving Subjects at the Perfect Moment
- To Record without Dropping Image Quality
- To Capture a Subject Moving at High Speed
- To Take Clearer Images Outdoors
- To Create More Impressive Pictures
- To Quickly Switch Settings to Suit Different Scenes
- To Capture Lively and Dynamic Movements in Videos
- Recommended Settings by Subject
Before You Begin
Check the following before starting wildlife photography.
Decide What You’re Taking Pictures For
The presentation and the number of cuts required will vary depending on the purpose of your
photography, such as albums, photo books, or commemorative photos. Be sure to clarify the purpose
of photography.
Research the Location and Ecology of the Animals
Consider what kind of photos you want to capture in advance. Wild animals often exhibit certain
patterns of activity and behavior, so by researching the animals you plan to photograph, including their
active hours and behavior patterns such as hunting or drinking water, can lead to better equipment
preparation and more opportunities for photography.
Adjust Camera Settings
Setting up the camera in advance for the scene you want to shoot will make shooting go smoothly and
require less retouching afterwards. For details, refer to "Basic Camera Settings" (
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Before You Begin