Best camera lenses for photographing wild elephants safely from a jeep
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A 70-200mm lens is actually perfect for Minneriya. During the Gathering (August/September), the elephants congregate on the open grass plains near the reservoir. The jeeps can get relatively close safely, and the elephants often walk right past the vehicles. A 600mm lens is often too tight for herd shots. Bring a wide-angle lens as well for environmental landscapes.
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Dr. Nimal.•8810 rep•122
Bring a polarizing filter! The glare off the reservoir water in the late afternoon ruins photos otherwise.
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Bhante S.•10260 rep•118
I used a 24-105mm and got incredible shots. They get very close to the jeeps.
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A beanbag is better. You can rest it on the metal roof rails of the jeep for perfect stability.
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