Traveling to different places offers wonderful photographic opportunities, as you are exposed to new landscapes, cultures and people. You may also want to capture the memories of your travels to show loved ones at home. There are a few things to bear in mind when it comes to traveling with camera gear that will make your journey more pleasurable, and your travel photography easier. The following beginners travel photography tips should make taking photos of your travels that much easier.
Most importantly, you should try and travel light. Don't take any more equipment than you need to. If you are using a SLR camera, stick with one or two zoom lenses that cover a range of focal lengths rather than carrying an arsenal of lenses. A useful addition is a digital point-and-shoot camera to use on the occasions when it is not appropriate to cart a camera bag full of photographic gear along with you. One area where you shouldn't compromise, however, is memory. Carry plenty of memory cards with you so that you don't miss any photographic opportunities.
There may be situations that require using a tripod, especially when shooting in low light. It is recommended that you carry a mini-tripod for these occasions, as it will not add as much weight to your camera bag as a full tripod. A mini-tripod is much lighter and less bulky than a full-size tripod, remember you are wanting to keep your weight to a minimum.
A durable weatherproof camera bag is essential to keep you gear protected from dirt, moisture, and extreme temperatures. It also enables you to keep all your equipment together, and to carry it around easily. Make sure that the camera bag that you choose is spacious enough for your chosen equipment, and that it will not be uncomfortable to carry around for any length of time. You camera and accessories should also be easily accessible, so don't opt for anything too complicated.
When you finally get to a scene you want to photograph, take time to compose the shot. Composition is an important aspect of photography, and no less in travel photography. Good composition will result in a great photo rather than a mediocre travel pic.
And finally, take notes about the places, people and cultures you are shooting. This will help you with sorting, cataloguing, and key-wording your images when you get back home. If you don't, you may struggle to remember interesting facts, or even where the photo was taken, as your memory of the places you visited may get a little bit hazy once you have returned home.
Most importantly, you should try and travel light. Don't take any more equipment than you need to. If you are using a SLR camera, stick with one or two zoom lenses that cover a range of focal lengths rather than carrying an arsenal of lenses. A useful addition is a digital point-and-shoot camera to use on the occasions when it is not appropriate to cart a camera bag full of photographic gear along with you. One area where you shouldn't compromise, however, is memory. Carry plenty of memory cards with you so that you don't miss any photographic opportunities.
There may be situations that require using a tripod, especially when shooting in low light. It is recommended that you carry a mini-tripod for these occasions, as it will not add as much weight to your camera bag as a full tripod. A mini-tripod is much lighter and less bulky than a full-size tripod, remember you are wanting to keep your weight to a minimum.
A durable weatherproof camera bag is essential to keep you gear protected from dirt, moisture, and extreme temperatures. It also enables you to keep all your equipment together, and to carry it around easily. Make sure that the camera bag that you choose is spacious enough for your chosen equipment, and that it will not be uncomfortable to carry around for any length of time. You camera and accessories should also be easily accessible, so don't opt for anything too complicated.
When you finally get to a scene you want to photograph, take time to compose the shot. Composition is an important aspect of photography, and no less in travel photography. Good composition will result in a great photo rather than a mediocre travel pic.
And finally, take notes about the places, people and cultures you are shooting. This will help you with sorting, cataloguing, and key-wording your images when you get back home. If you don't, you may struggle to remember interesting facts, or even where the photo was taken, as your memory of the places you visited may get a little bit hazy once you have returned home.
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