Unfortunately, I didn’t get the chance to use this lens during my Namibia safari. But if I could do it again, there is no doubt which lens I’d take for the trip. For those with a lower budget, consider the lighter Canon 70-200mm f/4 L IS. When mounted on a 1.6x crop body, this lens was sufficient for 80% of my safari shots in Namibia. However, there were definitely moments when ... Read More »
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Camera Gear: What to Pack for a Safari Trip
More so than for almost any other type of trip, camera gear selection for a safari trip needs to be precise. Unlike city vacations or beach holidays, on safaris your movement will be severely limited. Most of your time will be spent on a truck for game viewing, the animals will be very far away, and there will be to maneuver around to adjust your photo angles or composition. So if ... Read More »