8 Wildlife Photography Tips Everyone Needs to Know

Want to capture sharper, cleaner, and more compelling wildlife photos? In this video, I’m sharing 8 essential wildlife photography tips that will instantly upgrade your shots, even if you’re not using high-end gear.
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What you’ll learn:

Use a fast shutter speed (1/1200 minimum) to freeze motion and capture sharp details.

Shoot in High or Very High Burst Mode so you never miss the moment.

Switch to Continuous Autofocus (AF-C) for fast-moving animals.

Change your perspective and get low for more engaging wildlife images.

Use a tripod whenever possible—especially for video or long sessions.

Shoot in Shutter Priority + Auto ISO for consistent exposure without missing the shot.

Rent a prime lens (400mm f/2.8 or 600mm f/4) to get that creamy background and reach.

Turn on Animal Eye/Face Detection for reliable focus on the subject’s eyes.

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Whether you’re photographing birds, bears, or monkeys, these simple techniques will help you capture more professional-quality wildlife photos in any environment.

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Suggested gear:

Canon R5
Sony A7r5
Sony A9 3
Sony A1 2
400mm f/2.8
600mm f/4
Canon 100-500

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See more of my wildlife videos:
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:55 Shutter Speed
01:52 Fast shooting mode
03:48 Continuous Autofocus
04:18 Get Low
05:31 Tripod
06:52 Shutter Priority
08:05 Prime Lens
09:37 Facial Recognition

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