The ULTIMATE Guide to Beginner Bird Photography and Digital Cameras!

Опубликовано: 07 Июнь 2026
на канале: Badgerland Birding

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Bird Photography can seem overwhelming, but I break down everything you need to know, including digital cameras, getting the right exposure, bird photography tips, and more! This video is especially for beginners with little to no knowledge about taking photos, but does also cover some more advanced tips and bird-specific tips!

Video and Web Links
OM-1 Mark II Full Review Video:    • First Look at the OM-1 Mark II for Bird Ph...
Panasonic Lumix FZ-80 Full Review Video:    • Most Versatile Birding Camera? (Panasonic ...
Photography Tips with Duade Paton:    • 5 Tips for Better Bird Photography (with D...
Capture the Atlas Website: https://capturetheatlas.com/exposure-...
Capture the Atlas YouTube:    / @capturetheatlas

Gear Links (As Affiliates we do earn from qualifying purchases)

OM-1 Mark II: https://explore.omsystem.com/om-1-mar...
Canon R5: https://amzn.to/4j0e1dE
Sony a7 iv https://amzn.to/3PmTwdJ
Sony a1: https://amzn.to/4h3J073
Nikon Z8: https://amzn.to/4a4oG35
Nikon Z9: https://amzn.to/4akj6Kd
Panasonic Lumix FZ80: https://amzn.to/4j1zEu3
Looks like there's an updated version called the FZ80D! https://amzn.to/4a4peGb
Topaz Photo AI: https://www.topazlabs.com/topaz-photo-ai

Cayer FP2450 Fluid Head Tripod, 75 inches Aluminium Tripod
Derek's lighter tripod
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Andoer Video Tripod Aluminum Alloy 67 Inch
Derek's heavier tripod
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Nikon D5300
Derek's vlogging and macro camera
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Rode VideoMicPro Compact Directional On-Camera Microphone
Derek's external microphone for Nikon D5300
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All other photos and videos by Derek and Ryan Sallmann

0:00 Intro
0:29 Compact Cameras
1:14 Bridge Cameras
2:58 DSLR Cameras
3:47 Mirrorless Cameras
4:15 Best Mirrorless Cameras
5:18 Autofocus and Crop Sensors
6:27 Zoom and Lenses
9:06 OM-SYSTEM Cameras
10:23 Photo Composition
16:33 RAW vs. JPEG
17:24 Editing Software
17:49 Bird Photography Tips
20:59 Closing

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