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Action and wildlife kit
Generally speaking, action and wildlife subjects are some distance from the camera position, so use a typical standard lens and
you might not even make out the subject in the overall scene. A telephoto lens is what you need to make the subject bigger in the
picture and a telephoto zoom such as Canon’s EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM. Its pulling power means a distant subject can be frame-filling.
CanonEF 70-300mmf/4-5.6L ISUSM
n n An optical construction of 15 lens elements in ten groups helps provide detail-packed, crystal clear images which are free of flare and ghosting. o o With an USM (Ultrasonic motor), autofocusing is
shake reduction benefit to help achieve pin-sharp pictures at relatively slow shutter speeds. A Mode 2 setting stabilises images while panning with a moving subject. q q Minimum focusing distance is 1.5m which means you
smooth, quiet and fast, and a slick manual focusing ring is available if you prefer to retain control.
can shoot impressive close-ups without any extra accessories. r r The lens’ filter thread is 58mm.
p p The lens’ built-in Image Stabiliser gives up to 3EV
Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT
n n A flashgun will expand your creative horizons and the Speedlite 430EX III-RT offers power, versatility and user-friendly features in a compact package. o o The adjustable zoom head covers a focal length range of 24 to 105mm. Extend the built-in diffuser and the light coverage is wide enough for a 14mm focal length. p p The flexible head means it can be turned left or right or aimed upwards for bounce flash for more subtle lighting effects compared with direct flash. q q A dot-matrix LCD panel keeps the user fully informed about aperture, shooting range and exposure mode. A control dial makes adjusting
settings simple and quick. r r You get around 180-1200 flash bursts from a set of four AA batteries.
CanonEOS 6DMark II withEF 24-105mmf/3.5-5.6 IS STM
n n The 26.2-megapixel full- frame sensor is capable of producing pictures with stunning clarity and detail. o o The EOS 6D Mark II’s fastest continuous shooting speed is 6.5 frames-per-second so well suited to capturing fast-
p p The camera’s amazing ISO range tops out at 40,000, so providing plenty of options when you need action-stopping shutter speeds for light that’s less than perfect. q q Autofocusing is handled by an advanced Dual Pixel CMOS AF system. In the
viewfinder you see 45 AF points – these sensors are cross-type points which helps accurate focus even in very low light.
r r Every image can be geo- tagged with the camera’s built-in GPS system regardless of where you are in the world.
moving action or fleeting expressions and moments.
CanonBackpack BP10
A smart, comfortable backpack for ferrying a full-frame camera outfit around. The BP10 will take one camera body, two lenses, accessories such as filters and spare memory
cards, plus there’s room for a tablet and travel tripod. Its discrete good looks offer the bonus benefit that it won’t attract unwanted attention in busy cities.
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