Polar Bear Napping in Wildflowers Wins Nature Photography Contest

A breathtaking photograph of a polar bear resting in a field of vibrant wildflowers has won the Nature Photography Contest 2024. Captured by Christopher Paetkau, the award-winning image, titled Polar Bear Amid Fireweed Blooms, encapsulates the beauty and serenity of the Arctic wilderness. Contest organizers praised the image as a stunning example of nature photography.… Poursuivre la lecture Polar Bear Napping in Wildflowers Wins Nature Photography Contest

Nikon Z6 III Review: AI-Powered Camera Tracks Wildlife with Precision

Outdoor photographers should take a hard look at the new Nikon Z6 III. This 24.5MP mirrorless camera from is a great choice for capturing wildlife because it combines speed, image quality, and durability. That’s the consensus in the below video review from our colleague David Schloss at Imaging Resource, Outdoor Photographer’s sister site. In particular,… Poursuivre la lecture Nikon Z6 III Review: AI-Powered Camera Tracks Wildlife with Precision

Here Are 5 Photos Captured with the New Sony 400-800mm Lens

Sony unveiled an incredible new 400-800mm super telephoto zoom lens today designed to help photographers get sharp close-ups of wildlife. As part of the announcement of the Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS lens, the company shared some images captured with this long-zooming lens and we’ve included five sample shots with this story. Calling it… Poursuivre la lecture Here Are 5 Photos Captured with the New Sony 400-800mm Lens

Nikon 180-600mm Review: Is This the Best Budget Zoom Lens for Wildlife Photography?

Is the new Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR the best budget zoom lens for wildlife photography? That’s the question our colleague David Schloss at Imaging Resource, Outdoor Photographer’s sister site, sets out to answer in the insightful video review of the Nikon 180-600mm lens embedded below. “Our Nikon 180-600mm quick-look video dives into its… Poursuivre la lecture Nikon 180-600mm Review: Is This the Best Budget Zoom Lens for Wildlife Photography?

Hilarious Photo of Stuck Squirrel Wins Comedy Wildlife Awards

If you’re looking for a good laugh – and who isn’t, these days? – the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards always delivers. And in case you missed the overall winner in last year’s competition, a hilarious image of a stuck squirrel, we’ve included it above for your enjoyment. Titled, appropriately, “Stuck Squirrel,” the winning image was… Poursuivre la lecture Hilarious Photo of Stuck Squirrel Wins Comedy Wildlife Awards

OM Unveils 100-400mm IS II Lens for Outdoor and Wildlife Photography

Outdoor and wildlife photographers looking for a new super telephoto zoom lens should check out the just launched OM System 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS II. Designed for users of OM System (formerly Olympus) Micro Four Thirds cameras, the new (full name) OM SYSTEM M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS II is slated to go on sale… Poursuivre la lecture OM Unveils 100-400mm IS II Lens for Outdoor and Wildlife Photography

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Lenses For Wildlife Photography When it comes to selecting lenses for wildlife photography, the first thing most photographers look for is focal length—a long lens that can reach out and cover great distances, bringing animals in for close-ups—but other features are also incredibly useful.