Great video Paul! Tip #6 - Respecting your subject is critical IMHO. Over the past 15 years I've seen an astronomical growth in people doing wildlife photography. Unfortunately too many people just want the photo and will do anything to get it including 'chasing' their subject again and again. We all need to remember that many people may have been photographing the same bird or mammal. Imagine what the cumulative stress effect can be when that happens. Finally as you alluded to, you will get better behavioural images when a subject is not pressured. Happy shooting!
Thanks for that Stephen. You are right about the explosion of wildlife photography - and perhaps the wildlife knowledge hasn't gone along with this in the same way. There are always some that are more concerned with their images than the welfare of the bird or animal. You made an excellent point about the fact that the subject may have already been pressured and we might not even know. This is one of the reasons that finding your own quiet patch is important - at least you know the subject hasn't been photographed by loads of other people, unlike some well known places.
Excellent point, sir! I think this is an area where social media had caused more harm than good. Some people will do anything for the photo, stressing wildlife and damaging habitat. I am no expert, but I earned my degree in wildlife resources management and I consider myself a wildlife enthusiast first, photographer (if you can call me that) second. All we can do is try to educate others and hope that they listen. ✌️
While this video is well thought out, here's the 3 most important beginner wildlife photographer tips: 1. Develop your shoulder muscle strength so you're as fluent/fluid as possible with all movements involving holding/panning, etc. 2. Learn to move through the forest or desert like air: create your own path. Respect the land and its living ecosystem. 3. Practice observing your surroundings without your equipment in hand. Throw the camera in the backpack and venture.
I am no beginner but you have re-ignited my passion for sorting out my garden and putting more props and perches up. Subscribed as well. Look forward to more of your videos.
I like shooting birds in shutter priority mode with limited auto ISO. I set it at 1/800s for most shots, and pump it up to 1/1000s - 1/2000s for BIF depends on what kind of birds and available light. I'd rather shoot a bit underexposed than overexposed. Overexposed loses details. You can recover details if it's a bit underexposed. Shooting white egrets or bald eagles with overexposed and you're screwed.
Great advices Paul, and thank you for touching the topic of being respectful about the subject , I am a profesional tour guide in Patagonia, Chile. and it is a huge controversy now , a lot people trying to get the perfect photo of the Puma for example or any wildlife, without respecting anything ...a message coming from a profesional photographer talking about this, It´s great, so thank you !!
Thanks for watching Alex. Yes, I hear stories like this. Most people I teach tend to have a good respect for wildlife, but there will always be some where it is more about the picture and the accolades. I'll probably touch on this subject more in the future. Thanks for sharing your experiences Alex.
Hi Paul, I am a very very beginner hobby phographer and my interest is going to the wildlife photography. I am very pleased with your tips and will use them for sure. Your best tip in this vid is in my opinion tip number 6. You have earned yourself a subscriber for that. Thanks for uploading, greetz from the Netherlands. (sorry for my bad English)
Thank you so much Paul! This helps a lot! I've just entered this world with a Nikon P900...and it is difficult! The aperture priority did help me today, will try it out more and find out. Thanks!
Very nice videos! Just makes me want to go outside and shoot some pictures of birds. Your videos really helped me with focusing my wildlife photography skills. Keep up the good work!
Hi Paul, just starting out in wanting to get serious about wildlife photography so this video was a big help in giving me some ideas and what settings to start off with. Look forward to seeing some more of your videos.
Paul Miguel Photography interested to note that you use aperture priority as normally for things that move I’d be using shutter priority with a fairly high shutter speed. Will give AP a try though. Ian
Thank you for these top tips as I’m a complete beginner at wildlife photography I certainly shall be taking all these tips into consideration Paul cheers Raymond
#4. It might also be worth adding that the type of light metering you're using can help a lot as well. I often find that if my camera is having a hard time exposing for a small bird, that something such as Spot Metering will give me a better idea of what exposure is accurate for getting the bird properly exposed. With smaller birds, sometimes Evaluative Metering might expose for the larger outer areas of the picture instead of the bird itself. In AV mode this will make it even easier as it will automatically adjust the exposure for you based on which focus point or area the metering is adjusted to. It's worth giving both a try to see which one fits the situation better.
Hi Paul. I’m new to photography. I have a Nikon d3500 my wife bought me for retirement. Anyway near me is a bald eagle nest. I can never get a clear photo of the eagles because of a limp or two. A branch or two seem two always be in focus and eagles never are. I am aiming between an opening to the nest. I’m am using the 70-300mm lens. Thanks for any help or where I can find more information.
thanks for all your tips on setting. I been photographing wildlife for about 3 years now. I find the lighting sometimes can be dark and if I setup for auto iso, it can have lots of noise in it. I was wondering how much editing do you have to do ?
Great tips! I will definitely start using these. Not used to my new camera yet, but have started trying out various settings. I've tried shutter priority a few times with confusing results, but will try aperture priority and see if that is what's missing (sounds like it is). Thank you!
Hey Paul, great video thanks for the tips! Although I have a huge question that I’m stuck on, I’m trying to get into wildlife and upgrading my gear and I cannot decide which camera to get, canon 90D or Canon 7D mark ii? I want my shots be printed so sharpness and quality will be important of course. But still like to get your honest opinion on it as you know your stuff in this field. Much appreciated and thanks again.
Hi Sebastian. I can't comment on the 90D, but 7D is used by many bird photographers. I think you can get great images but you would have to try and keep the ISO lower.
I am buying the Sony RX10 III bridge Zoom camera, 24-600mm lens which I believe I won't disturb the wildlife I hope to see and photograph. I will be buying it on October 1st and am excited. For wildlife photography, is there a standard or common ISO I should set the camera to?
Practice patience because to get unforgettable, awe-inspiring scenes of wildlife, you need patience. For example, shooting with a Nikon F4 and a 70-300mm zoom, I focused in on a large Blue Heron on a tree limb and it was close up through the lens. After enough pictures were taken I had to WAIT 20 minutes holding my lens at it waiting to see it jump off and fly. I got it! But my left leg wanted to charlie horse seated in my folding chair, and I had to lean way to the left to get a bush out of view that would have darkened the right side of the photo. Boy did that one photo exhaust me. But I know when I get the roll of film developed, I will be amazed. In 3 days I am switching to digital and buying Sony Cyber Shot DSC-RX10 III bridge camera with 24-600mm zoom. Most digital cameras use a 1/2" The Sony has Maximum Resolution: 20MP superb 1 inch type stacked CMOS sensor with 20.3 million effective pixels. It also is Weather Sealed, rare in digital cameras these days. As for the lens quality: It has 18 lens elements in 13 groups including 8 ED glass elements, 2 ED aspherical lens and 1 Super ED lens. I know I will love that Sony.
Hi Paul I am new to wildlife photography and inexperienced in all things photographic but over the last six weeks I have become completely obsessed with photographing our feathered friends I have watched as many of your videos as I can find and wondered if you have done any videos with novice photographers as I think many people would find it useful to see what you would suggest they can do to improve and to see how they would get on with the gear you use. Thanks for all of your insights and inspirational images Steve marsh Welwyn Garden city
Welcome to the world of bird photography Steve. It can be both frustrating and rewarding! It's a great idea and I do plan to include some of my 1:1 sessions and workshops in my videos.
Great video and tips, thank you! I understand choosing aperture priority to get the soft background, but why not choose shutter priority if our goal is a high shutter speed?
Great question. You can do that but the aperture might change which can really affect background. Also if light levels are too low you might not be able to get a fast enough shutter speed. You might be able to work around this though, if your camera has advanced menu options.
Thank You vey much for the valuable tips for beginners although 3 year ago.I have save some money to buy the canon ef 100-400 f.4.5 to 4005.6 L is 11.for Birdwatching.,although a neophyte in basic Photography!Question:what canon body will you recommend,not necessarily the most expensive,but compatible EF 100/400 tele.Mody Gonzales PHILIPPINES
@@enslavedbrit7089 The term "shoot wildlife" in photography is an idiomatic expression in English to mean "take a picture"... In case you didn't know... now you know... It does not mean "kill wildlife"... We photographers see our pictures like "a sniper"... Findng the right angle "of attack"... the right shutter speed... the right aperture... the correct sensor sensitivity to light... the direction of light... the speed of movement of the subject... and so on... before "firing the trigger"... looking "for the perfect shot"...
Hi Paul, Was wondering if you could provide me with some insight on my settings for birds in flight? I'm currently using a nikon d7000 with a sigma 150 to 500. My f-stop is 6.3 shutter speed 2000 iso 1600, and im still getting some grainyness. If played around with both iso and shutter speed. Any suggestions you might recommend.
Sir, I just made the switch from Nikon to Canon. I had the Sigma 150-600c on my Nikon but, now that this 400mm 5.6 is an option for me, I don't know which lens to buy between the 2. I can get the 400mm 5.6 for $800 in "like new" condition. I can get the Sigma 150-600c with the dock for $900. Would you recommend one over the other?
It's a really difficult decision. I think 400mm will give better quality, sharpness but you have less reach. You're best trying them out first if you can. Hope someone else can give you advice on this too.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Thanks for responding! I ordered the 400mm the other day. I think the quality of that lens will serve me well. It should be here today or tomorrow. Now I just need to wait for some decent weather.... ✌️
Love tip 6. Also worth saying that disturbing some birds, those protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, could get you in trouble with the law. A full list of such birds can be found here: www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/advice/wildlife-and-the-law/wildlife-and-countryside-act/schedules/
Great lens. You can get from wildlifewatchingsupplies.co.uk in UK. Otherwise you can probably find on ebay. Be aware that the cheap ones tend to not fit so snugly.
Thanks for posting this terrific and easy to understand video. Do you have any recommendations for what max zoom is best for beginner. I’ve been eyeing off a sigma 150-600mm lens but feel too expensive for a beginner to spend that much. I have a 55-250 mm kit for my Canon 800d but would like more reach.
I have a question about Al salvo characteristics the six cases for moving or non moving subjects. This is an area that always confuses me. Which case(s) do you use for bird flying photography?
I did make a video on this John: ruclips.net/video/FizSlOHNxZQ/видео.html . I don't recommend a specific case, rather a thorough understanding of each different parameter. The only real way to know what works best for you is to try in the field and see.
Canon have 3 focus modes, one shot, auto and continuous but I believe the automatic on is shi...rubbish. I use the group of nine focus points or the single square, especially when it a busy group of birds as you can pick out the one you want. If I’m in a hide with others I use the 'silent' continuous, I think it takes my 7DII down to about 7FPS but I get to leave the hide alive! As always a great video with spot on tips, how is the hide in the orchard doing?
Cheers Mark. LOL, 'leaving the hide alive'.. I know what you mean - we still have some issues between birders and photographers for sure. I'm keeping the food topped up at the orchard but haven't photographed there for a while; the apples made the best opportunity. As the sun come round further though, it will get easier to shoot. The main thing is that's it's in a very good situation for snow so if snow comes I'll prepare perches and do the best I can.
Jus one question about focus points I use canon t3i and its has only 9 focus points and only one in the center is cross type should I still select just middle focus point like you sad since I have only 9 of them all leave all 9 to focus
I am interested in wildlife photography. Can i do it as a job without learning course of photography. Can i work as an assistant trainee with any professional wildlife photographers.
Hi. That is a very difficult question. My advice is to prioritise understanding how to run a business - that is very important. I would suggest reading this excellent article by Mark Cawardine: www.markcarwardine.com/wildlife-photography/how-to-be-a-professional-wildlife-photographer.html
It will be more difficult for flight shots and action, but for static subjects why not. Any practice is worth doing as you'll learn the skill you need!
Sadly professional photographers are also guilty of wanting the alleged perfect shot . I have personally told one such photographer that his practices are totally un ethical.
No, just set an aperture wide enough that it gives you a shutter speed high enough to avoid camera shake. If you're using aperture-priority auto mode and set the aperture wide open, it will give you the highest shutter speed possible for the lighting and ISO conditions.
Perfect explanation.. I couldn’t have done better myself! I would just add that if the shutter speed drops too low then increasing the ISO is the easiest option.
A wide aperture helps because it automatically means the camera will set a fast shutter speed. Keep an eye on the shutter speed and if it drops too low, increase the ISO. On sunny days at ISO 400 with a wide aperture you would have no problem.
Hi Paul, I'm a big fan of your vlogs but I have to bring up a point that you mentioned twice in this video. Using manual settings do not make you professional and likewise using aperture priority doesn't make you a beginner. The camera has so many tools now that can help you get great shots but I get miffed when pro's bleat on about manual all the time. Sorry rant over, I'm off for a glass of 🍷. Rant over!!
Hi Lawrie. This video was quite a while ago now.. I don't think in quite the same way. Personally I wouldn't recommend complete manual for most beginners but there are so many ways to expose now.
Iam very sorry, but this is the absolute basics..If you dont know how to use your camera, how you can shoot wildlife ? If you really need somebody to say to you : "use single AF point" or " use continuos shooting", you should practice more and first..read your camera manual and understand the very basics of digital photography...
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Great video Paul! Tip #6 - Respecting your subject is critical IMHO. Over the past 15 years I've seen an astronomical growth in people doing wildlife photography. Unfortunately too many people just want the photo and will do anything to get it including 'chasing' their subject again and again. We all need to remember that many people may have been photographing the same bird or mammal. Imagine what the cumulative stress effect can be when that happens. Finally as you alluded to, you will get better behavioural images when a subject is not pressured. Happy shooting!
Thanks for that Stephen. You are right about the explosion of wildlife photography - and perhaps the wildlife knowledge hasn't gone along with this in the same way. There are always some that are more concerned with their images than the welfare of the bird or animal. You made an excellent point about the fact that the subject may have already been pressured and we might not even know. This is one of the reasons that finding your own quiet patch is important - at least you know the subject hasn't been photographed by loads of other people, unlike some well known places.
Well said www.bds.org.uk/index.php/photography/photographing-deer/best-practice-code-of-conduct
Excellent point, sir! I think this is an area where social media had caused more harm than good. Some people will do anything for the photo, stressing wildlife and damaging habitat. I am no expert, but I earned my degree in wildlife resources management and I consider myself a wildlife enthusiast first, photographer (if you can call me that) second. All we can do is try to educate others and hope that they listen. ✌️
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While this video is well thought out, here's the 3 most important beginner wildlife photographer tips:
1. Develop your shoulder muscle strength so you're as fluent/fluid as possible with all movements involving holding/panning, etc.
2. Learn to move through the forest or desert like air: create your own path. Respect the land and its living ecosystem.
3. Practice observing your surroundings without your equipment in hand. Throw the camera in the backpack and venture.
Love the amount of time you gave to "tip 6".
Something that can never be over emphasised. 👍
I might do more on this in the future.
Really appreciate you focusing on the ethics
I am no beginner but you have re-ignited my passion for sorting out my garden and putting more props and perches up. Subscribed as well. Look forward to more of your videos.
Thanks so much! And thanks you for subscribing. I wish you all the best with your photography
Thank you Paul, we are up Bempton and Farne in July so we should get some nice seabird shots.
Good luck - and enjoy!
Thanks for your tip number six, one of the most important in wildlife photography, but not always understood.
Great advice every one of them. Thank you very much. I am just starting out, much appreciated.
Really glad it helped Ray.
I like shooting birds in shutter priority mode with limited auto ISO. I set it at 1/800s for most shots, and pump it up to 1/1000s - 1/2000s for BIF depends on what kind of birds and available light. I'd rather shoot a bit underexposed than overexposed. Overexposed loses details. You can recover details if it's a bit underexposed. Shooting white egrets or bald eagles with overexposed and you're screwed.
Great video Paul. Nice to see you didn't make it seem daunting for beginners. A bit of encouragement goes a long way
Thanks Elaine! I really wanted to pitch this at the right level... sometimes tough to do.
It's all too easy to start listing off a load of expensive equipment you simply "MUST" have and put people off, which is such a shame.
Very true, I'd agree with that Elaine.
Great advices Paul, and thank you for touching the topic of being respectful about the subject , I am a profesional tour guide in Patagonia, Chile. and it is a huge controversy now , a lot people trying to get the perfect photo of the Puma for example or any wildlife, without respecting anything ...a message coming from a profesional photographer talking about this, It´s great, so thank you !!
Thanks for watching Alex. Yes, I hear stories like this. Most people I teach tend to have a good respect for wildlife, but there will always be some where it is more about the picture and the accolades. I'll probably touch on this subject more in the future. Thanks for sharing your experiences Alex.
Love your tip number 6. So important.
Hi Paul,
I am a very very beginner hobby phographer and my interest is going to the wildlife photography. I am very pleased with your tips and will use them for sure.
Your best tip in this vid is in my opinion tip number 6.
You have earned yourself a subscriber for that.
Thanks for uploading,
greetz from the Netherlands.
(sorry for my bad English)
Many thanks indeed. Thank you for subscribing and I hope my videos help you in the future too. Cheers.
Just started to take bird photographs as in lockdown,
Your advice on this vlog will help greatly.
Thank you
Thank you very much Gary.
Top video Paul. Tip 6 is particularly important.
Thank you! Yeah, I felt it was important to include that. Maybe I'll do something more on that in a future video.
I recently added birding to my hobbies. Great photog tips! I'm a newbie and will yse #5 (goodluck to my SD card). Hahaha! Yes to #6!!!
very helpful video. thank you!
Excellent thank you Paul 👍
Thank you Paul, great extra tip. I have also found it produces better natural photos. 🐦
Thank you so much Paul! This helps a lot! I've just entered this world with a Nikon P900...and it is difficult! The aperture priority did help me today, will try it out more and find out. Thanks!
Great to hear. Thanks for the kind comment Ram. I hope you enjoy the learning process.
Very nice videos! Just makes me want to go outside and shoot some pictures of birds. Your videos really helped me with focusing my wildlife photography skills. Keep up the good work!
Thanks very much Jace! It's always encouraging to hear from people who find my videos helpful. Many thanks for watching.
Thank you very much i have a canon eos 1 d mark 3 and a canon 400mm lens ill try out my camera should be better pics thanks again👍
Hi Paul, just starting out in wanting to get serious about wildlife photography so this video was a big help in giving me some ideas and what settings to start off with. Look forward to seeing some more of your videos.
Great Ian. So glad this video helps you! Thanks for the kind comment
Paul Miguel Photography interested to note that you use aperture priority as normally for things that move I’d be using shutter priority with a fairly high shutter speed. Will give AP a try though. Ian
Thank you for these top tips as I’m a complete beginner at wildlife photography I certainly shall be taking all these tips into consideration Paul cheers Raymond
That's great Raymond.
I love photography I will learn more from your video 👍
I interesting wildlife photography, learn in this video, good tips also beginners for me to use. Thank you ever much! Paul.
Thank you very much.
Another great video Paul added to my liked videos for future reference
Thanks James. That's great to hear!
You left out your ISO setting. I am curious. Good video.
#4. It might also be worth adding that the type of light metering you're using can help a lot as well. I often find that if my camera is having a hard time exposing for a small bird, that something such as Spot Metering will give me a better idea of what exposure is accurate for getting the bird properly exposed. With smaller birds, sometimes Evaluative Metering might expose for the larger outer areas of the picture instead of the bird itself. In AV mode this will make it even easier as it will automatically adjust the exposure for you based on which focus point or area the metering is adjusted to. It's worth giving both a try to see which one fits the situation better.
Both metering options can work. I'd agree - try both and see which one works best for you. Thanks for sharing the information, much appreciated.
Great tips mate, Thankyou for sharing this.
All the best of the new year.
Thanks Lee. And you too. Hope you have plenty of great photo sessions.
Great advice I shoot on AV all the time with my canon80d
Thanks Lance. AV works well a lot of the time.
Thank you very much Paul.
Hi Paul. I’m new to photography. I have a Nikon d3500 my wife bought me for retirement. Anyway near me is a bald eagle nest. I can never get a clear photo of the eagles because of a limp or two. A branch or two seem two always be in focus and eagles never are. I am aiming between an opening to the nest. I’m am using the 70-300mm lens. Thanks for any help or where I can find more information.
It's awesome shots
Thank you.
Good sound advice, basics always work, will follow with interest nice clear understandable explanations. Thanks
thanks for all your tips on setting. I been photographing wildlife for about 3 years now. I find the lighting sometimes can be dark and if I setup for auto iso, it can have lots of noise in it. I was wondering how much editing do you have to do ?
I much prefer to control the ISO. I do very little editing.
Great advice for newbie, thanks
Many thanks!
Great tips! I will definitely start using these. Not used to my new camera yet, but have started trying out various settings. I've tried shutter priority a few times with confusing results, but will try aperture priority and see if that is what's missing (sounds like it is). Thank you!
Great. Thanks for the comment Ruth. Good luck!
Hey Paul, great video thanks for the tips! Although I have a huge question that I’m stuck on, I’m trying to get into wildlife and upgrading my gear and I cannot decide which camera to get, canon 90D or Canon 7D mark ii? I want my shots be printed so sharpness and quality will be important of course. But still like to get your honest opinion on it as you know your stuff in this field. Much appreciated and thanks again.
Hi Sebastian. I can't comment on the 90D, but 7D is used by many bird photographers. I think you can get great images but you would have to try and keep the ISO lower.
Great video! Thank you for all the great tips! :)
I am buying the Sony RX10 III bridge Zoom camera, 24-600mm lens which I believe I won't disturb the wildlife I hope to see and photograph.
I will be buying it on October 1st and am excited.
For wildlife photography, is there a standard or common ISO I should set the camera to?
Enjoy the process. No standard ISO. As a guide I'd say try 200 if it's sunny and 800 if it's overcast.
A nice video Paul, thank you for sharing ;)
Awesome video mate. I really like the camo thing at the end of your camera. What does that do?
Thanks! It just helps as camouflage if I'm stalking wildlife. It can add a bit of protection too.
Excellent video. Well done!
Much appreciated Walter.
Superb, brilliant tips for a newbie!
Thank you Paul!
Great video.. Really enjoyed alot. Can you make a video about how to photograph mountains birds or song bird tips tricks approach pre focus perch etc
Thank you. I will bear it in mind. Song birds is a possibility.
Practice patience because to get unforgettable, awe-inspiring scenes of wildlife, you need patience.
For example, shooting with a Nikon F4 and a 70-300mm zoom, I focused in on a large Blue Heron on a tree limb and it was close up through the lens. After enough pictures were taken I had to WAIT 20 minutes holding my lens at it waiting to see it jump off and fly.
I got it!
But my left leg wanted to charlie horse seated in my folding chair, and I had to lean way to the left to get a bush out of view that would have darkened the right side of the photo.
Boy did that one photo exhaust me.
But I know when I get the roll of film developed, I will be amazed.
In 3 days I am switching to digital and buying Sony Cyber Shot DSC-RX10 III bridge camera with 24-600mm zoom.
Most digital cameras use a 1/2"
The Sony has Maximum Resolution: 20MP superb 1 inch type stacked CMOS sensor with 20.3 million effective pixels.
It also is Weather Sealed, rare in digital cameras these days.
As for the lens quality:
It has 18 lens elements in 13 groups including 8 ED glass elements, 2 ED aspherical lens and 1 Super ED lens.
I know I will love that Sony.
Hi Paul I am new to wildlife photography and inexperienced in all things photographic but over the last six weeks I have become completely obsessed with photographing our feathered friends I have watched as many of your videos as I can find and wondered if you have done any videos with novice photographers as I think many people would find it useful to see what you would suggest they can do to improve and to see how they would get on with the gear you use. Thanks for all of your insights and inspirational images Steve marsh Welwyn Garden city
Welcome to the world of bird photography Steve. It can be both frustrating and rewarding! It's a great idea and I do plan to include some of my 1:1 sessions and workshops in my videos.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography thanks for replying
Awesome tips Thanks!'
Great video and tips, thank you! I understand choosing aperture priority to get the soft background, but why not choose shutter priority if our goal is a high shutter speed?
Great question. You can do that but the aperture might change which can really affect background. Also if light levels are too low you might not be able to get a fast enough shutter speed. You might be able to work around this though, if your camera has advanced menu options.
Well done for tip 6 bravo!
Sensible advice especially point 6
Thank you Cheryl.
Thank You vey much for the valuable tips for beginners although 3 year ago.I have save some money to buy the canon ef 100-400 f.4.5 to 4005.6 L is 11.for Birdwatching.,although a neophyte in basic Photography!Question:what canon body will you recommend,not necessarily the most expensive,but compatible EF 100/400 tele.Mody Gonzales PHILIPPINES
Thanks Paul
You're welcome Dimitar.
great video - thanks!!!
You are welcome.
Well said! Photography is much more enjoyable if we love and respect our "subjects"... Great video tutorial as usual...
Thank you Matthieu. Appreciate your comments
If he loves his subjects so much, why is he encouraging people to shoot wildlife?
@@enslavedbrit7089 The term "shoot wildlife" in photography is an idiomatic expression in English to mean "take a picture"... In case you didn't know... now you know... It does not mean "kill wildlife"... We photographers see our pictures like "a sniper"... Findng the right angle "of attack"... the right shutter speed... the right aperture... the correct sensor sensitivity to light... the direction of light... the speed of movement of the subject... and so on... before "firing the trigger"... looking "for the perfect shot"...
Hi Paul,
Was wondering if you could provide me with some insight on my settings for birds in flight? I'm currently using a nikon d7000 with a sigma 150 to 500. My f-stop is 6.3 shutter speed 2000 iso 1600, and im still getting some grainyness. If played around with both iso and shutter speed. Any suggestions you might recommend.
Hi Joe.Those settings are pretty good but I would try reducing shutter speed and ISO, see how that works. Also try to overexpose a bit if possible
Thanks for the advice paul
Sir, I just made the switch from Nikon to Canon. I had the Sigma 150-600c on my Nikon but, now that this 400mm 5.6 is an option for me, I don't know which lens to buy between the 2. I can get the 400mm 5.6 for $800 in "like new" condition. I can get the Sigma 150-600c with the dock for $900. Would you recommend one over the other?
It's a really difficult decision. I think 400mm will give better quality, sharpness but you have less reach. You're best trying them out first if you can. Hope someone else can give you advice on this too.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Thanks for responding! I ordered the 400mm the other day. I think the quality of that lens will serve me well. It should be here today or tomorrow. Now I just need to wait for some decent weather.... ✌️
Love tip 6. Also worth saying that disturbing some birds, those protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, could get you in trouble with the law.
A full list of such birds can be found here:
www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/advice/wildlife-and-the-law/wildlife-and-countryside-act/schedules/
Hello Paul. Big fan and a beginner here. I just bought a 400mm f/5.6. Where can I find a camo cover for it? Thanks in advance
Great lens. You can get from wildlifewatchingsupplies.co.uk in UK. Otherwise you can probably find on ebay. Be aware that the cheap ones tend to not fit so snugly.
Nice vid buddy, all good stuff 👍
Thank you. Really appreciate that.
Thanks for posting this terrific and easy to understand video. Do you have any recommendations for what max zoom is best for beginner. I’ve been eyeing off a sigma 150-600mm lens but feel too expensive for a beginner to spend that much. I have a 55-250 mm kit for my Canon 800d but would like more reach.
Hi Louise. Maybe a 300mm which you could possibly add with an extender too.
I have a question about Al salvo characteristics the six cases for moving or non moving subjects. This is an area that always confuses me. Which case(s) do you use for bird flying photography?
I did make a video on this John: ruclips.net/video/FizSlOHNxZQ/видео.html . I don't recommend a specific case, rather a thorough understanding of each different parameter. The only real way to know what works best for you is to try in the field and see.
Great tips - especially at the end regarding welfare. Nice video Paul.
Canon have 3 focus modes, one shot, auto and continuous but I believe the automatic on is shi...rubbish. I use the group of nine focus points or the single square, especially when it a busy group of birds as you can pick out the one you want. If I’m in a hide with others I use the 'silent' continuous, I think it takes my 7DII down to about 7FPS but I get to leave the hide alive!
As always a great video with spot on tips, how is the hide in the orchard doing?
Cheers Mark. LOL, 'leaving the hide alive'.. I know what you mean - we still have some issues between birders and photographers for sure. I'm keeping the food topped up at the orchard but haven't photographed there for a while; the apples made the best opportunity. As the sun come round further though, it will get easier to shoot. The main thing is that's it's in a very good situation for snow so if snow comes I'll prepare perches and do the best I can.
should i buy this on 2020(used)
for photography(wildlife,landscape)
What is it you are thinking of buying?
@@PaulMiguelPhotography ops sry.7d mark ii
is 100-400 a good lens or do I need a 200-600 specifically?
I think it depends how close you expect to get to the wildlife.
Thank you
In the market for a new camera body. 7d mk2 or 90d? What do you think?
Hi Peter. I know little about the 90D. As for 7D Mark ii, a good camera but personally too noisy for me at higher ISOs.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Thanks Paul. After much consideration I have bought a 5dmkiv. Love your you tube videos. Keep up the excellent work.
Nice video. Greets
Jus one question about focus points I use canon t3i and its has only 9 focus points and only one in the center is cross type should I still select just middle focus point like you sad since I have only 9 of them all leave all 9 to focus
I would try to use the middle focus point - and recompose if neccesary.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography yes I experimented and its Best to use single af point
Great tips! I truly appreciate that tip 6 is the most important!! Thanks!
Thank you Melanie.
Love umber 6. Well done!
hi paul , can you tell me why my bif come out ok but hawks are all blurry , thankyou
I am interested in wildlife photography. Can i do it as a job without learning course of photography. Can i work as an assistant trainee with any professional wildlife photographers.
Most wildlife photographers are self taught. It's not something where you can work as an assistant, but I guess there are always excepttions.
Most wildlife photographers are self taught. It's not something where you can work as an assistant, but I guess there are always excepttions.
Hey Paul - have been watching (binging) your uploads all week on the TV. Love the channel, sub'd and looking forward to future uploads. Cheers, Si.
Weird to think of someone binge watching my channel. Thanks very much Simon. Thanks for subscribing.
Sir I want to be professional wildlife photographer. So what step should I take??
Hi. That is a very difficult question. My advice is to prioritise understanding how to run a business - that is very important. I would suggest reading this excellent article by Mark Cawardine: www.markcarwardine.com/wildlife-photography/how-to-be-a-professional-wildlife-photographer.html
hi paul do you ever use back button focus on canon
Hi Bill. I made a video on this topic. I actually use back button to lock focus.. so the opposite way round!
Good tips
Thank you
Where can I find those camo sleeves for my lenses?
Wildlife Watching Supplies. Or you can find some on ebay.
Sir what about the metering modes? Thanks for the tips.
Hi. I really only use evaluative (matrix) metering, I think it’s best for beginners.
also a good tip: if you are limited by the equipment make sure to freakin dissapear (camouflage is the key)
or just mute colors even if a couple solids. More about how you move and smell.
Good stuff mate :-)
Hi Chas! Thanks mate.
Eh che belle foto! 👌
Thank you. Is that Italian?
@@PaulMiguelPhotography si, sono italiano, appassionato di foto e in particolare di birdwatching, ancora complimenti per le foto 👍
My continuous shooting is 3 shots per second because it's an 11-year-old camera, should I even bother with that?
It will be more difficult for flight shots and action, but for static subjects why not. Any practice is worth doing as you'll learn the skill you need!
Thank for this tips( i am begginer ;)
One more suscriber ;D
Glad to have you as a subscriber. Thank you.
Sadly professional photographers are also guilty of wanting the alleged perfect shot . I have personally told one such photographer that his practices are totally un ethical.
I think there are a few, but not many.
If you use aperture priority, don' t you have a high risk of camera shake? What would i do?
No, just set an aperture wide enough that it gives you a shutter speed high enough to avoid camera shake. If you're using aperture-priority auto mode and set the aperture wide open, it will give you the highest shutter speed possible for the lighting and ISO conditions.
Perfect explanation.. I couldn’t have done better myself! I would just add that if the shutter speed drops too low then increasing the ISO is the easiest option.
A wide aperture helps because it automatically means the camera will set a fast shutter speed. Keep an eye on the shutter speed and if it drops too low, increase the ISO. On sunny days at ISO 400 with a wide aperture you would have no problem.
This photography sounds so violent, always talking about cannons and shooting wildlife!
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lol. nice
@@PauloBoute Too late for me to stay safe in bed with covid! But will sub and check your stuff, thanks! You stay safe 😁
@@enslavedbrit7089 Sorry to hear that! I wilsh you a quick recovery!
Hi Paul, I'm a big fan of your vlogs but I have to bring up a point that you mentioned twice in this video. Using manual settings do not make you professional and likewise using aperture priority doesn't make you a beginner. The camera has so many tools now that can help you get great shots but I get miffed when pro's bleat on about manual all the time. Sorry rant over, I'm off for a glass of 🍷. Rant over!!
Hi Lawrie. This video was quite a while ago now.. I don't think in quite the same way. Personally I wouldn't recommend complete manual for most beginners but there are so many ways to expose now.
@@PaulMiguelPhotography Thanks, Paul. I still find your videos the most interesting and least patronising of all on RUclips.
Hi Paul, the last tip should be the first...
Nyc
Hi I'm a new friends here. I like your channel. Stay safe and connected please
Talk to much, need more action.
Thanks for the feedback.
Iam very sorry, but this is the absolute basics..If you dont know how to use your camera, how you can shoot wildlife ? If you really need somebody to say to you : "use single AF point" or " use continuos shooting", you should practice more and first..read your camera manual and understand the very basics of digital photography...
just bad photographs and a bad bad photos
Thank you
Very welcome Roshan.