Quick Photography Tips
Get stunning whale photos with these essential tips.
Gear Quick Tips
- Zoom lens (100-400mm minimum)
- Fast memory cards (burst shooting)
- Extra batteries (cold drains them)
- Lens cloth (spray protection)
Settings Quick Guide
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Shutter | 1/1000s+ |
| Aperture | f/8-f/11 |
| ISO | Auto (800-3200) |
| Focus | Continuous AF |
Timing Tips
- Blue hour (polar night) - unique colors
- Golden hour - dramatic lighting
- Overcast - even, soft light
Composition Tips
- Include the environment (mountains, boats)
- Wait for behaviors (breaching, spy-hop)
- Capture the tail fluke (ID shots)
- Show scale (people in frame)
Common Mistakes
- Shutter too slow (blur)
- Not enough reach (distant whales)
- Dead batteries (no backups)
- Wet lens (spray not wiped)
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