The Hidden Skills That Get The Shot
Most wildlife photographers spend a lot of time obsessing about gear, settings, and camera features. But some of the most important wildlife photography skills have nothing to do with any…
Sony 100-400 F/4.5 Real World Review
WHEW! I just finished my review of the new Sony 100-400 F/4.5 - and honestly, this lens turned out to be a lot more interesting than I expected. :) On…
Lightroom Masking Masterclass
I just finished up a new video on Lightroom masking and I can’t wait to share it with you! One of the biggest challenges in Lightroom is getting masking right.…
Bird-In-Flight Crash Course: Mirrorless Edition!
I've got a treat for you today! I just finished a new video, an updated Bird-in-Flight Crash Course focused on mirrorless cameras. This jam-packed 20-minute video is loaded with advice to help…
New YouTube Podcast: Steve Perry & Jan Wegener
I recently teamed up with Jan Wegener for a new YouTube-based podcast, and we’re hoping this is the first of many episodes. In this one, we cover a wide range…
Why I Shoot 40-50% of My Wildlife Photos with the LCD (And How)
Are you still shooting everything through the viewfinder? Not me. Shooting from the rear LCD unlocks perspectives that are awkward, uncomfortable, or flat-out impossible through the viewfinder - and it has completely…
10 Habits That Will Instantly Improve Your Wildlife Photography
I’ve been shooting wildlife for over 40 years and teaching it for more than a decade. Over that time, I’ve noticed something interesting. The best wildlife photographers all share the same core…
Pro Tips: Wildlife Photography From A Boat
Don't Shoot From A Boat Until You See This!! Let’s face it - sooner or later every wildlife photographer (yes, even you) will find themselves shooting from a boat, and most…
Nikon Z8 Firmware 3.0 Focus Limiter: Full Setup + Pro Tips
WOW! Another GAME CHANGING AF option for the Nikon Z8! This new Focus Limiter feature was introduced with Nikon Z8 firmware 3.0 and it's gonna change the way you shoot forever. Think…
Blurry Wildlife Photos? Here’s Why
Tired of blurry wildlife photos? Want to know the top three reasons they happen - and how to prevent disaster? In this video, I cover not only what the top…
TOP 10 Wildlife Photography Shortcuts Pros Use For Amazing Photos
Do you want to capture better wildlife photos every time you're out? This video shows you the shortcuts I use in the field to come back with a card full…
Emergency Action Button: The Secret Weapon for Wildlife & Bird Photography
Are you tired of missing action shots? You know how it goes - you’re photographing a static subject, using an appropriate shutter speed, F/stop, AF area, etc., when suddenly a…
What’s In My Bag? Galápagos Edition!
Dreaming of a trip to the Galápagos Islands? I just got back from nearly a month there, and I can't wait to share what I learned! In some cases, I blew…
Sony 400-800mm Full Review And Field Test
Sony just launched their NEW 400-800mm lens and I have a complete review ready to go! Sony offered me use of a pre-production model and I was happy to put it through…
What’s The Best Bird-in-Flight Wing Position?
This is a modified excerpt from my book, Secrets to Stunning Bird-In-Flight Photography. Wing position: a topic with decidedly diversified preferences among BIF photographers, especially when you consider what you…
Free Book: Secrets To Spotting And Approaching Wildlife
Do you know that one of my most common questions has absolutely nothing to do with photography? I get something like this all the time: "Hey Steve, all this photography…
Why Expose to the Right (ETTR) Isn’t (usually) The Way To Go!
In this video, I'm taking a deep dive into ETTR (Expose to the Right) and exposing the real truth behind this once-popular technique. 📸 I know, many photographers still swear…
Are You Wasting Time And Missing Shots?
I think one of the more difficult things we do as wildlife photographers is choosing which subject to photograph and which to pass by. When you discover a potential subject,…
400mm F/2.8 Vs. 600mm F/4 – Which Is BEST For Wildlife And Bird Photography?
So which is better for wildlife and bird photography? The 400mm f/2.8 or 600mm f/4? Check out this "Big Glass Masterclass" and avoid a $13,000 mistake! There are so many assumptions made about these lenses…
Low ISO VS. High ISO + Denoise: WARNING: You NEED To See This Before Your Next Shoot!
In this video, I challenge the statement, "I don't need to worry about high ISO, I have denoise software!" To what extent is that true? When do you start losing…