Category Archives: Nikon Gear

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Sharpness Showdown! Nikon 600mm TC Vs. Nikon 800 PF, Sony 600 GM, and Nikon 600 F/4 E!

November 27, 2022 by Steve Perry | 22 Comments

Ever since I did my first look review of the new Nikon 600 TC lens, I’ve had people asking how it compares in sharpness to other glass – namely the outgoing 600 F/4E, the 800 PF, and the Sony 600 GM. So, I did a quick video with my focus …

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New Nikon 600mm TC – First Look Field Review!

November 2, 2022 by Steve Perry | 28 Comments

Nikon just released their new 600mm F/4 TC VR S series lens, exclusively for the Nikon Z mount! I was fortunate enough to spend some time with the lens prior to today’s announcement and I can’t wait to share what I’ve discovered!

Nikon invited me to take one of their …

Also posted in Reviews, Wildlife
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Nikon Z9: Features That Really Crank Up The Keeper Rate!

October 11, 2022 by Steve Perry | 26 Comments

One question I’m constantly asked is, “How are you using your Z9 in the field for wildlife work?”

This video answers that question. 🙂

I was originally going to do “just another Z9 review,” but the truth is I think at this point a video that talks about how the …

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The Ultimate Nikon Z9 Setup And Usage Guide For Wildlife Photography

October 4, 2022 by Steve Perry | 3 Comments

My Nikon Z9 setup and shooting guide for wildlife photography is finally finished! This has to be my most requested book of all time!

If you’re ready for the BEST Z9 Setup for wildlife photography – and the best way to use the Z9 in the field – then you’re …

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Nikon Z6ii and Z7ii Wildlife Photography Review

March 17, 2021 by Steve Perry | 24 Comments

Thinking about a Z6ii or Z7ii for wildlife? Then this is the video you’ve been looking for!

In this video, I’ll discuss my experience using the Z6/7ii for wildlife photography. I’ve shot in various local locations and knocked out over 7000 images between the two bodies, so this isn’t just …

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Video Workshop – Focus Shift Shooting (Nikon)

October 10, 2020 by Steve Perry | 14 Comments

Have you ever wanted to try Nikon’s Focus Shift Shooting and just weren’t sure where to start?  

Have you ever wondered… 

What is Focus Shift Shooting? How do I use it? How do I set the menu? How do I set the camera? How do I know what to do in the …

Also posted in Lightroom Tips, Misc, Photoshop Tricks, Techniques, Using Your Gear, Workshop
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Spot Metering Crash Course

September 19, 2020 by Steve Perry | 47 Comments

Wanna get the most out of your spot meter? Did you know that most people think they’re using it correctly but they really aren’t? YIKES – could that be you???

In this video, we’ll go over what spot metering is, where the camera spot meters in the viewfinder, how the …

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5 Metering & Exposure Tips Every Nikon User Needs To Know

September 8, 2020 by Steve Perry | 26 Comments

Want to get more from your Nikon metering system? In this video, I’ll show you five quick tips that every Nikon user really needs to know. I take advantage of these tips and tricks all the time in the field – and surprisingly, most people I encounter seldom know any …

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Nikon D6 Wildlife Photography Review

July 29, 2020 by Steve Perry | 44 Comments

It’s finally here – my D6 wildlife photography review!

For this review, I hit the road for just over five weeks photographing wildlife in Theodore Rosevelt NP, Badlands NP, Custer SP, and a final two weeks in Yellowstone NP. During this trip, I really put the camera through its paces …

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How I Got The Shot: Flying Lambs

July 7, 2020 by Steve Perry | 73 Comments

4:00 AM, Badlands National Park.

The world is peaceful and silent, save for my iPhone alarm jolting us out of bed. Time to head out and see if my wife and I can track down some adorable bighorn lambs. We’d spotted them in the same place a couple days in …

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