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Photographing people remains sensitive issue in Kenya. Some tribal groups request money for you to take their photo.

You should never get your camera out at border crossings or near government or army buildings; even bridges can sometimes be classed as sensitive areas.

Availability of Film and Equipment for your camera in Nairobi Kenya

You'll find Kodak and Fuji 100, 200, and 400 ASA (ISO) print and slide film widely available in Nairobi, but even 100 ISO slide film is hard to find in Mombasa. If you plan to use 64 or 800 ASA film, bring it from home. As an indication of price, 36-exposure slide film in Nairobi is about Kshs 400; 36-exposure colour print film is cheaper at Kshs 250 to Kshs 350 but again, only 100,200 and (less frequently) 400ASA are available. Watch out for out -of-date batches.

Video animal photography

Both VHS and Hi-8 video film is available in Nairobi and Mombasa, but it's relatively expensive. You may also be able to find memory cards and other accessories for digital and DV cameras, but again prices are high and quality is not guaranteed. If you don't have the inclination or resources to buy expensive equipment but do know abit about photography, it's possible to hire SLR cameras and lenses in Nairobi.

Film Processing in Kenya

Shops and booths offering film processing are popping up in small towns and villages all over Kenya. In addition, there are plenty of one-hour film-processing labs in Nairobi and at least one in all other major towns. They can handle any film speeds, but results can vary.

Depending on the print size, processing and printing costs about Kshs 480 to Kshs 650 for a 36-exposure film.E6 slide processing can only be done in Nairobi and costs around Kshs 450 for a 36-exposure film.

Taking Pictures of wildlife

As the natural light in Kenya can be extremely strong, morning and evening are the best times to take photos. A plain UV filter can also be a good idea to take the harshness out of the day light pictures.

For serious wildlife photography an SLR camera that can take long focal length lenses is necessary. Zoom lenses are best for wildlife photography as it is easier to frame your shot for the best composition. This is especially important because the animals are almost constantly on the move.

The 70mm to 210mm zoom lenses are popular, and 200mm is really the absolute minimum power you'll need to get a good close up shots. The only problem with zoom lenses is that they absorb about 1.5f-stops of light, which is where 200 and 400ASA film starts to become useful.

Best animal camera lenses

Telephoto (fixed focal lengths) lenses give better results than zoom lenses, but you're limited by having to carry a separate lens for every focal length. A 400mm or 500mm lens brings the action right up close, but again you need fast film to make the most of it. Another option is to carry a 2x teleconverter, a small adapter that doubles the focal length of your lens.

Using zoom Lenses in Wildlife photographic safari

When using long lenses, you'll find that a tripod can be extremely useful, and with any lens greater than about 300mm it's a necessity. Within the confined space of the hatch of a safari minibus, you may be better off with a folding miniature tripod, which you can then rest on the roof. Remember to ask your driver to switch off the engine to avoid vibrations affecting your photo. If you've got a large lens but no tripod, lying your camera on a small bean bag or cushion can help reduce camera shake.

A decent bag is essential to protect your gear from the elements and the rough roads-safari dust gets everywhere, particularly in parks like Samburu and Tsavo. It's also vital to make sure that your travel insurance policy covers your camera gear should it get stolen or damaged.

Robert is a travel expert with Landmarksafaris.com Degreed in tourism management, he has authored more than 1000 articles on Kenya East Africa travel. More on Kenya photo safaris and tours: http://www.landmarksafaris.com/tours/wildlife.php

Gear! Photographers Love It

Photographers love it and of course they need it, at least most of the time. It seems that every time I am around new photographers, or interested doctors, lawyers or businessmen for that matter, there is always that one inevitable question: what do you shoot with? So, what do I shoot with? What lenses do I use? Do I only shoot available light, or do I use flash? The answer: yes.

Just kidding. So for those that are curious, I will break down my typical setup for a wedding, and why I own each piece. There is quite a bit of gear, but don't worry, we will get through this, even if it takes more than one blog posting. I have spent years building my photography equipment, and will keep adding to it for the rest of my life (just don't tell my wife that!), and you can too! So let's get to it.

First off are the camera bodies. I shoot all digital SLRs, which stands for single-lens reflex. Essentially, these are the cameras that accept interchangeable lenses, which, among other reasons, makes them vastly superior to point and shoots. Note* I do love my Canon G9, great when I want to travel light. I shoot all Canon equipment, and love my gear. Nikon is an excellent brand as well, and I don't call them mean or silly names, just so we can move right past that whole Ford versus Chevy thing. I always take three cameras to my weddings; a Canon 5D Mark II, which makes gorgeous high resolution files; a Canon 1D Mark IIN, which is great for fast/low light focusing and high speed; and finally a reliable Canon 20D that functions as a stationary ceremony camera, extra cam for an assistant or as a triple backup camera. I would recommend that you always carry at least two high-quality machines with you, because you never know what will happen. If you can't shoot the rest of the wedding due to equipment malfunction, you will have one incredibly unhappy couple, not to mention the parents that footed the bill. So just be smart, you can even rent cameras if you need to.

Next, I would like to give a quick run-down on other items in my bag, especially my lenses. Before we get in too deep, please keep something in mind: if you buy a really nice camera body, then buy cheap glass (lenses), you are not going to get the best quality. Remember, it doesn't matter how nice the body is if what you are seeing through is not well made. The same goes for the UV Haze filter that you bought, or will buy, to go on the front. Don't go for the bargain basement brand, as they go a long way in keeping the front glass on your lens nice and happy.

Here are the lenses I typically use during a wedding: The Canon 16-35mm f2.8 wide-angle lens; the Canon 50mm f1.4 lens, and the Canon 70-700 f2.8 IS telephoto lens. Also, I love shooting the Canon 85mm f1.2 lens; it is a very sweet (and very expensive) lens that I rent from time to time. Let me tell you, it makes for amazing portrait and detail images. As you look at this list you may have noticed that all the lenses I mention are Canon. Remember that whichever brand camera you have, use the corresponding lenses (kit lenses typically aren't so good though), as they are engineered specifically for your camera, and the optics will be of better quality than third party gear. If you have a question about your particular lens, please feel free to ask. Now, on to why I use all of those lenses.

16-35mm f2.8: This is a beautiful wide-angle lens, and perfect for catching wide scenes, emotional moments before the wedding and reception action. I shoot with a documentary style, so this also lens allows me to layer elements in the photo, even in tight spaces.

50mm f1.4: Great portrait lens, especially when you open it up to f1.8, really nice and sharp. I don't recommend going to f1.4 with it, as it is nearly impossible to get anything sharp at that aperture (f-stop). This is also a good general-use lens, and does well for getting nice details such as the flowers and decorations, while throwing the background out of focus for a magazine-style look.

70-200mm f2.8: This lens is an absolute must-have for anyone that does portraits, or owns a camera. Seriously. I have shot everything from football to racing to bridal portraits with this lens, and it handles all of them with ease. Also, in case you are interested, Canon is about to release an updated version of it, which should have some nice improvements. This lens functions very well for portraiture, and can also be handy for ceremony coverage when you can't get close to the bride and groom. There is an f2.8 version and an f4 version. The 2.8 is heavier and more expensive but allows you to shoot in lower light, which makes it the one to get in my opinion. I have a Canon 1.4x teleconverter that I will place on there sometimes to get even more reach. In case you are wondering, a teleconverter is basically an accessory you couple to your lens that magnifies your lens, 1.4 times. They have a 2x as well, but they don't work well. Using a teleconverter can be very handy, but keep in mind that it takes more light to make an image, which can put you at a disadvantage if you are somewhere very dark. This is becoming less of an issue now though, as cameras are able to perform more and more in near-pitch black areas.

85mm f1.2: I love this lens. It will most likely be the next lens I purchase, as it does amazing things on portrait shoots. I also love shooting details with it, and use one almost every time I am shooting fashion editorial. It throws the background out of focus so beautifully, or some would say it has a nice bokeh (cool photo nerd word). Great lens.

Stay tuned for my next part, which are the accessories I like to always have in my bag.

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400mm lens 2x teleconverter?

hey guys! i just bought a 400mm lens for my canon eos 1000d. what kind of teleconverter do i have to use? 2x?
thanks.

You don't HAVE to use a teleconverter.
The converter is if you need to make it "longer".
By using a 2x you will have an 800mm lens but you will lose a lot of light.

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