Category Archives: Wildlife

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10 Ways To Instantly Improve Your Wildlife Photography

November 21, 2021 by Steve Perry | 7 Comments

In this video, I’ll share ten compositional and artistic techniques you can instantly leverage to create better photos. The truth is, while things like new gear and technology are nice, when it comes to creating truly great images those considerations take a distant back seat to the kind of time-test …

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Sony A1 Review For Wildlife Photographers

October 24, 2021 by Steve Perry | 25 Comments

If you’re a wildlife photographer thinking about adding a Sony A1 to your bag, this video is jam-packed with everything you need to know! I’ve spent the last FIVE MONTHS shooting the a1 in the United States, Costa Rica, and Botswana, Africa. I’ve photographed an incredible variety of wildlife under …

Also posted in Reviews, Sony Gear, Tests, Using Your Gear
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Why Good Photos Are The Enemy Of Great Photos

October 16, 2021 by Steve Perry | 90 Comments

Over the years I’ve watched a familiar pattern play out time and again. I’ve witnessed it in the field watching other photographers, in my workshops, and with my online interactions. Photographers frequently give up a great shot because they already have a good shot.

Here’s what happens.

Often when a …

Also posted in How I Got The Shot, Opinions, Travel Tips
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Mirrorless Advantages (and disadvantages) For Wildlife Photography

August 25, 2021 by Steve Perry | 30 Comments

Are you a wildlife photographer kicking around the idea of switching to mirrorless – or at least maybe adding a mirrorless camera to your bag? Do you wonder what, if any, the advantages are for wildlife photography? Is it just hype or are there real benefits that could help you …

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Too Close? Unlock The Power Of Wildlife Panos!

July 1, 2021 by Steve Perry | 12 Comments

Have you ever found yourself too close to your wildlife subject? You go to frame up your critter and discover you’re in way too tight for a useable shot. I know, the opposite problem is far more prevalent, but there are times an animal pops out of nowhere or approaches …

Also posted in Photoshop Tricks, Techniques, Using Your Gear
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Does Cropping Make Your Photos Noisy?!

June 23, 2021 by Steve Perry | 49 Comments

Does cropping fill your photos with more noise? Is not filling the frame killing your images? Is there any way to stop it?

In this video, we’ll explore comparative output and see first-hand the effects that cropping can have on the noise of our final output image. This is one …

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Wildlife Photographers: Is It Time To Ditch Your DSLR?

May 22, 2021 by Steve Perry | 77 Comments

Hey wildlife photographers! Is it time to ditch your DSLR and move to mirrorless?

This is a question many have been contemplating and one that lands in my inbox on a daily basis. In this video we’ll examine all the pros and cons – plus I’ll give you my advice …

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Shoot Razor Sharp Images From Your Car!

April 20, 2021 by Steve Perry | 59 Comments

A car makes a fantastic blind and often allows you to approach wildlife at a much closer range than you can ever dream of on foot.

However, the excitement many photographers feel when they capture an amazing image is quickly replaced by disappointment when closely examining their photos. Too often, …

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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 …

Also posted in Nikon Gear, Opinions, Reviews, Tests
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Exposure Compensation Made Easy!

December 9, 2020 by Steve Perry | 32 Comments

Exposure compensation – I don’t think there’s another exposure control that causes more confusion. In fact, I think most people are in for a surprise or two when they watch this one!

In this video, we’ll explore every aspect of exposure compensation and knock confusion to the curb. We’ll discuss what …

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