Digital Photography Guide
Tips, Techniques and Advice for Improving Your Photography Skills
Sections
- Nature Photography
- Nature Photography Field Guide
- Nature and Wildlife Photography
- Nature Photography Workshops
- Cameras for Wildlife Photography
- Best Lens for Wildlife Photography
- Wildlife Photography Tips
- Wildlife Photography Books
- Professional Nature Photography
- Nature Photography Lenses
- Bird Photography
Nature Photography Lenses
There are many models of nature photography lenses that you can get and use, some are better for particular types of shots and therefore it is a good idea to know what you will mostly be using it for before you buy one.
An excellent Nikon model is the Nikon 600mm f/4D ED-IF II AF-S Nikkor.
Here are some of its features:
- Focus distance: Approx. 18.4 feet
- Nikon Silent Wave Motor - Ultra-High-Speed and accurate autofocus
- Sharp and high contrast image production
- Instant switch from autofocus to manual
- Very fast, precise and accurate
This model is very lightweight and has a tripod mounting foot, it is very easy to handle under demanding conditions and is a very good lens all round.
An excellent Canon model is the Canon EF 400mm f5.6L USM
Here are some of its features:
- Built in hood
- Closest focusing distance - 3.5m / 11.5 ft.
- Filter size - 77mm
- Detachable tripod mount
- One super UD-glass element
This is a very high performance lens and was designed to be specifically easy to handle and very portable, you will get sharp, crisp pictures using this model.
These are both excellent lens models and are both great options when it comes to choosing a nature photograph lens. You should know what you will be using them for most of the time before making your decision as that will make it clearer which one is best for you.