JOHN QUARENGHI
Packing for an African Safari
PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP
PACKING FOR
AN AFRICAN SAFARI PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP
Going on an African safari is something that many photographers can only dream of. Indeed, the chance to photograph beautiful animals in their natural habitat is a once in a lifetime experience.
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If you have an African safari photography trip coming up, you can make the most of it by
TRIPOD
packing the following items:
Nobody wants to take hundreds of blurry photos.
CAMERA
to a moving vehicle so you’re all set to take some
The most important thing to pack is your camera. Choose one that allows you to switch out the lenses quickly, and that you trust to take
Invest in a good quality tripod that you can attach amazing shots.
MEMORY CARDS
amazing photographs.
Don’t let a lack of memory hold you back. Bring
LENSES
have to worry about running out of storage
When it comes to lenses, it’s best to bring a couple you can use for different purposes. You will want to bring different lenses for close-up shots, and a zoom lens for more distant shots.
multiple memory cards if you can so you never during your trip.
CLEANING ACCESSORIES Cameras and lenses can quickly become dusty while on safari, so bring everything you need to clean your equipment between shots.
When it comes to lenses, it’s best to bring a couple you can use for different purposes. You will want to bring different lenses for close-up shots, and a zoom lens for more distant shots.
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