It never ceases to amaze me how brilliant new technologies are born, grow very slowly until someone realizes the full potential of the new technology, and then all hell breaks loose. A classic example of this is the combination of two fairly new technologies, which OV&P has adopted in our quest to remain at the cutting edge of our industry. Continue reading “Osmo — Steadying the Planet”
I am often asked what the key factors are in capturing high-speed action of wildlife with either a stills or video camera. The logic to both is very similar, as we’ve experienced through the privilege of enjoying many safari adventures over the last 20 years or more in remote locations varying from the Masai Mara in Kenya and the iconic Okavango Delta, to the unpredictable beauty of the Central Kalahari Desert, pictured above. Continue reading “How to Shoot Wildlife Action”
Despite how organized a trip may be, how often do you arrive at your destination, only to discover that some of your gear got left behind? Worst case scenario may be to go without it if you’re in a really remote location, or else to use some unplanned budget funds to purchase a replacement or hire a courier to make an urgent delivery to the closest form of civilization. Perhaps this sounds familiar? Continue reading “Camera Equipment Checklist”