1. Pack light or bring lighter camera with adequate memory card.
Remember that you will be hiking long distances for days or weeks at a time depending on your particular journey. It’s important to pack light and that includes your photo gear. Remember to bring a good memory card, so, that you are not deleting precious images to shoot new ones. Only bring the camera essentials that you’re willing to haul. 2. Waterproof camera or waterproof cover Nothing will ruin your photo-hike like a malfunctioning camera. In an outdoor environment over several days the weather can change erratically. So, it’s best to be prepared with a waterproof camera (Yay! Underwater shots!) or a waterproof cover for your camera and gear. So, skip the wet SD card with all of your wonderful photos leaking away; be prepared. 3. Choose your accessories wisely In keeping with our, “Pack light” point earlier, making sure you have the right amount of accessories is crucial. In order to fulfill this you need to know what you intend to photograph. Are you doing landscapes? Will you be shooting during day, night or both? What about wildlife? You will need to ask and answer this yourself as only you will know what you want to shoot. For example, it might be worth bringing an ultralight tripod if you’re planning on taking slow shutter shots of waterfalls or plan on making a composite of the stars. If, you’re only interested in daytime landscapes, that flash can stay home and a wide angle or fish eye could be all you need. 4. Bring an extra battery In the outdoors, that red pine is highly unlikely to have an outlet. Bringing extra batteries is a must. There are definitely ways to conserve your battery for longer, but to really let loose and shoot whatever strikes your fancy, an extra battery will allow you the luxury. They’re not heavy and it will pay off when you’re not bummed out you can’t shoot that moose that just wandered by you. 5. Respect wildlife and nature. Don’t get too close to wildlife or damage the ecosystem. It is an absolute must to photograph ethically. According, to a National Geographic article, two tips really stand out to me. The first is to keep your distance and the second is to not approach animals, let them approach you. This works for not only keeping you safe and not stressing wildlife, but also to get better shots. In my experience the animal’s curiosity can lead to great photographs. If you just chill and hang back, they will eventually come near you, even if briefly. Be smart about getting that perfect spot. Don’t stomp over plants and flowers off the beaten path. Respect the ecosystem so it will be there for others to enjoy and, more importantly, the local inhabitants.
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