The main thing to consider with this type of photography is the focal length of your lens. A long lens will enable you to reach out to your subject, bringing them in for a tighter frame. These type of lenses are known as telephoto lenses.
Find a lens that suits your style. Canon offers a range of EF & EF-S (DLSR), EF-M (for M-series) and RF (for R-series) telephoto lenses for wildlife and sports photography.
The zoom lens for outstanding range, stability and mobility
Here’s our top pick of DSLR and Mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras best suited for wildlife and sports photography.
Canon Collective Ambassador Jay Collier has been working as a wildlife photographer in Africa since 2004. In this insightful guide Jay shares his favourite photography locations in Madagascar, along with advice on how to master the art of wildlife photography. Learn all about the 'Great Red Island' and its abundance of rare and beautifully bizarre wildlife.
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