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Can you take pictures in Antarctica?
The light is very good in Antarctica and we find that wildlife photographers generally leave them in the cabin after the first few days. Unless you’re shooting macro, long exposure shoreline images or arty type movement shots, the tripod can stay at home.
Will my camera work in cold weather?
Most cameras today are cold-proof and can function up to 32 degrees F, or 0 degrees C. Some cameras also have freeze-proof certifications and specialized weather-sealed bodies, like those made of magnesium-alloy, to make them handle the cold weather better.
How do you shoot in Antarctica?
11 Tips For Photographing Antarctica
- Use a dry bag or waterproof bag to protect your gear.
- Bring zoom lenses mounted on separate bodies.
- Leave the tripod at home.
- Use polarizing filters.
- Shoot images of penguins interacting.
- A seal is best photographed when looking straight at you or yawning.
What lens to take to Antarctica?
For your Antarctica trip a better option may be the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM UD Telephoto Zoom Lens or the Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM Lens. For Nikon we recommend the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED IF AF-S VR Nikkor. For landscape the best option is a short focal zoom lens.
How do you photograph a penguin?
Porpoising penguins move at an incredible rate and you need a very fast shutter speed to stand any chance of capturing the moment they burst above the surface. Keep shutter speeds high by boosting the ISO rating. Also remember to set your camera to continuous shooting and use servo or predictive autofocus.
How cold can a DSLR get?
A lot of dSLRs are rated to 0 degrees celsius or 32 faranheit, though some more pro ones are rated to lower temperatures. Most of this is about the battery life, it will suffer in the cold.
Can we use DSLR in snow?
Snow can eventually penetrate into your DSLR in the form of water droplets, and that might damage the motors, sensors, and other components. The DSLR’s are usually rugged as you’ve already been told by our friend below, but that doesn’t mean complete protection against water.
How do you photograph penguins in Antarctica?
When photographing penguins, it is best to get low; not only does this make you seem less threatening, but provides a better angle for shooting them. It will also stabilise your camera if you chose not to bring a tripod, helping you focus when using a telephoto lens.
Can you touch penguins in Antarctica?
First of all, keep in mind that visitor regulations to Antarctica require that you remain at least five meters (a little over five yards) away from penguins in order not to disturb them. Even if a penguin comes extremely close to you, however, remember: you’re not allowed to touch or hold them.