Aperture, Shutter Speed & ISO Explained for Wildlife Photography - What Settings to Use for Wildlife

[@789juggernaut]

This 20-min video gives you most of the fundamentals of an entire week-long photography class, with none of the confusion. The explanations and diagrams are crystal clear. I've watched about a dozen photography videos on KZbin, and this one is by far the best. I should have started here, but better late than never.

[@Duade]

G'day Bruce, welcome to the channel, thank you for the detailed feedback, I appreciate it. It takes me awhile to put these videos together but I am happy to hear they are helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@gremlins71]

I absolutely agree!!!!

[@GeorgeGodfreyArt]

I third that! Super informative. Thank you for taking the time.

[@dylannewton76]

I'm going to watch this tutorial every week until it sinks in. Thanks Duade

[@Duade]

Thanks Dylan, I am sure it will sink in soon, Cheers, Duade

[@whozart9418]

I'm a pet and wildlife artist based in Brisbane and recently purchased a DSLR so I can take my own reference photos. I've reviewed many YT videos and your channel is simply THE BEST. As a instructional designer in a past life, you should consider going on Patreon, your style would be very suitable, it's how I learnt to paint wildlife in pastels.

[@Duade]

Thank you very much for your kind comment, I'm glad you found the channel. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@CosmicWalkerTV]

I have watched this video multiple times over the past few years. Seriously, as a starting photographer, this is incredible.

[@__-bk6mm]

I really appreciate how you show not only the raw and final image but also show the shots that don't work and explain why. In a world where people only ever see perfection and none of the mistakes that all have to own and understand to get there, these videos are really refreshing. I'm new to wildlife photography and still finding my feet trying to beat that dreaded high number of soft shots stage haha, slowly getting there!

[@Duade]

I think it is really important to show the failures and reassure people that everybody takes soft shots etc, it is how we learn and improve. Cheers, Duade

[@__-bk6mm]

@@Duade absolutely!

[@african7498]

Most clear and concise "lectures" I have seen. Pity I never had these resources 10 years ago. Thanks so much.

[@Duade]

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@manashgonewild]

Very informative duade 👍👍👍one of the best channels on KZbin... Cheers

[@Duade]

Thanks Manash, I appreciate the feedback and continued support. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@Jay-xq1dc]

I only had to watch till 1 min mark to understand that this is a well thought video for beginners. Really great job and it helps so much with the text combined with pictures when explaining. Thank you very much for helping us understand this hobby better.

[@Duade]

Thanks Jay, I appreciate the feedback, good luck with your photography. Cheers, Duade

[@29jug11]

One of the best tutorials on this subject I have ever watched..... those settings a sinking in.....at last.......Thankyou.

[@Duade]

G'day that is great to hear, it brings me a lot of satisfaction to hear people are learning something from my videos. Cheers, Duade

[@gausselim1474]

I second that motion. Finally, I think I get it!!!

[@Maycen]

As a complete beginner, your channel is now my bible. I have no patience watching videos, but you're very natural and easy to listen to. Just bought my first camera, and although it's not a "pro" camera, there's still a jungle of settings to understand. I've taken screenshots of the charts and will experiment when the rain stops (if ever). Thank you so much for your videos, makes being a noob a bit easier. It's much appreciated.

[@Duade]

Maiken, that is great to hear, thanks for taking the time to comment. Good luck with your photography. There really is no substitute for time out with the camera, so have fun and explore. Cheers, Duade

[@MrT33CEE]

Front Yard Envy...... really well explained, took screenshots 👍

[@Duade]

yes, I am very fortunate to live where I do. Cheers, Duade

[@TimSherrillDakotaHoosier]

Still watching the video, but at 2:02 and 8:09 you show photos that didn't make the cut! Thanks for showing shots that don't make it and what to change on your camera to fix it. You've provided diagnosis (how to look at an image and find something to improve) and paired it with a solution! Thanks! The DoF graphic with colored parts for the sharp focus is so helpful for someone new to see what an experienced photographer sees naturally. You're on my list of recommended KZbin photographers to help explain these things!

[@Duade]

G'day Tim, thanks for the feedback, I may do a video at some stage on images that don't make the cut and why. I appreciate the comment, Cheers, Duade

[@rodeodownunder]

Thank you for this very clear explanation… I’m teaching my 8 year old grandson this. I think your explanation is excellent with the diagrams etc I will show him this tomorrow (I homeschool him and photography is one of the extra things he gets to do if he does his work well and quickly). He has a second hand Nikon coolpix p900 and I have the p1000 so we have very similar cameras. They don’t handle the high ISO very well but the VR is pretty good. He will love this explanation but I will probably need to watch it over 3 sessions to keep his attention. Once again thank you very much.

[@CleanSlateFarm]

By far, in light years the best explanations and instruction of the Trinity of photography; ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. Complete knowledge of these three factors is essential to wildlife photography and this video is the reference point for beginners to start with. I've shot for some time now and as I move into wildlife photography with a 600mm lens I find there is a learning curve. Duade nails it in this video. Thanks, Duade.

[@Duade]

and thank you very much for your kind comment, I agree getting a solid understanding of exposure will help you long term with any type of photography. Great to hear you are getting into wildlife photography Cheers, Duade

[@Jo-c-jo]

How on earth these contents hide away in the jungle of KZbin !! I never had such clear understanding on the relationship between the 3 parameters of the triangle. The detailed charts with visual exampls make this an outstanding video. Very thankful Duade for all the hard work put in to make these high quality content to help understand the nuances and techniques.👌

[@Duade]

Thanks John, you are too kind and I am happy you found the video, Cheers, Duade

[@Mrmelody85]

Superb video, you're an excellent teacher as well as photographer Duade. Thank you!

[@Duade]

Andy, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade

[@shawnfry372]

I have learn a lot in this 21 min video. Your explanations are clear as day light. Well done and thx .👏

[@annamaeburd4862]

Excellent video - thank you! I’ve watch what feels like a thousand videos similar to these concepts but this is the first that makes sense! Your method of explanation is perfection!

[@Duade]

Anna, thank you for taking the time to comment, I am happy to hear the video helped, Cheers, Duade

[@treeman3663]

This is one of your best 👌 videos that you have done so informative I keep comming back to this video to refresh what to learn

[@Duade]

Great to hear it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@amitghawle5997]

Very nice explained,your style of explanation is very understandable, simple and interesting.

[@Duade]

G'day Amit, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade

[@ksnmurthy4476]

Superb explanation simplified the complex subject. Well demonstrated. Thanks for the tutorial n

[@Duade]

Thanks for the feedback, glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@krash2k8]

Sweet! Your coupon worked for the Bundle set from Topaz Labs too! Not just DeNoise, I was able to get them all with a 15% discount. Thanks!

[@Duade]

Kevin, that is great to hear, enjoy, Cheers, Duade

[@andersonboy620]

Love this video, specially the explanation of the 5 different settings and where you had to choose wich one was the right one.

[@Duade]

Thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade

[@marcball4016]

This is a video I’ve been looking for. Explains how the 3 elements work together. Thank you so much

[@Duade]

Marc, it is my pleasure, I'm glad it helped, Cheers, Duade

[@Phils_Photos]

I do enjoy your content and when I'm asked to help/teach someone want to learn more about photography, I also get that person to watch your videos as you are easily understood by the student.

[@Duade]

Thanks Phil, I really appreciate it, take care, Duade.

[@Phils_Photos]

@@Duade no worries.

[@andrewhoulihan7940]

Brilliant video. Love from Ireland 🇮🇪 I’ve just came across your channel

[@Duade]

Andrew, thanks for the feedback, hope all is well in Ireland. Cheers, Duade

[@peterb.7437]

Very good explanation. Thanks Duade. Wow thanks for all those charts

[@Duade]

G'day Peter, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@cijojohn8680]

The best vdo so far I watched on photography 💝👌

[@Duade]

Thank you, I am glad it helped, Cheers, Duade

[@jpprovost64]

one of the best video of all time !! excellent M Paton !

[@Duade]

Thanks Jean, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@robertdavis1255]

Excellent advice/comments... very interesting and informative video ... cheers 😀

[@Duade]

Robert, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@bldrtom]

Outstanding instructional video. The very best I've seen. Thank you so much for the well planned, well illustrated lesson.

[@Duade]

You're very welcome!

[@tenuris]

Loved the outtakes haha. Greetings from Germany! Awesome content :)

[@Duade]

Thanks Matthias, glad you are enjoying the content, Cheers, Duade

[@WillDanceAlone2U]

A very enlightening (no pun intended) and carefully produced video. Definitely a video to watch if you want to learn photography. Duade is a natural teacher. A very pleasant man.

[@Duade]

Thank you, I appreciate it, Cheers, Duade

[@FRANK-ed8zg]

best video and graphs i have seen all day

[@Duade]

Thanks Frank, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@debbieharry-clarke2918]

Excellent explanations and illustrations.

[@Duade]

Debbie, thank you for your feedback, Cheers, Duade

[@MMm-hz6hl]

Your video are always informative and treat to watch..love the way u capture the birds 🐦👍 👌 👍 👌

[@Duade]

I am glad you are enjoying them, Cheers, Duade

[@staradventurer9706]

Really great video and appreciate your patience in explaining with more references.

[@Duade]

It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@josephnaranjo8286]

Amazing explanation! Greetings from Costa Rica!.

[@Duade]

Joseph, thanks for the comment, Cheers, Duade

[@bruceterrill8730]

Hey Duade, Another Masterclass from your front yard. I honestly wish that you and Jan were around making DVD's 10years ago and maybe my journey through digital photography might not have been such a stressful event. Congratulations mate, another job seriously, well done. Bruce.

[@Duade]

G'day Bruce, better late than never I guess, I am happy to hear you are finding our channels helpful. Take care, Duade

[@katiavanhove9469]

Such a clear explanation how the 3 elements work together. I specially love the explanation of the 5 different settings and with the points of attention for choosing the good one. Duade you have the talent of explaining things very simply and clearly. I'll keep on watching your videos!

[@theviewfromher5085]

Thank you for making an explenation for people to actually understand why and what they are doing.

[@Duade]

G'day, it's my pleasure, I am happy to hear people find it useful. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@dmvdl1880]

Thank you for all the great videos on wildlife photography. For me it is the most enjoyable channel regarding photography I found on KZbin. Keep it up!

[@Duade]

Thanks for the comment, I am glad you enjoy the channel, Cheers, Duade

[@petuji]

Such a good explanation with examples.

[@Duade]

Glad to hear it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@lbrophy14]

Thank you so much Duane. I am a complete beginner and this video was great. I just have to learn how to drive my new OM-1!

[@Duade]

Thanks Lisa, I am glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@andrewkeir2282]

Duade you have the knack of explaining things very simply and clearly. Looking forward to your review of gimbal heads and tripods I am keeping my eye out on the Benro tripods as you suggested.

[@Duade]

G'day Andrew, thanks for the feedback, I plan to do the gimbal video late August. Cheers, Duade

[@andrewkeir2282]

@@Duade OK I was thinking of a Benro GH2... but I will have to wait

[@debrapeasley2606]

Thanks for this excellent explanation of how the three components work together. The charts and graphs are really helpful.

[@Duade]

Debra, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@loriinaustin3891]

Love the bloopers at the end. Thanks, great info!

[@Duade]

Thanks Lori, it is a wonder I get any videos completed :-) Cheers, Duade

[@mituldesai666]

Camera satings are very well explained,it is very useful for some bigginers and also for regular to correct the mistakes ..I learn good tips from this video...Liked Thanks .

[@Duade]

G'day Mitul, thank you for the feedback, I'm glad it was helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@Berry_N]

I usually watch the landscape photography videos, but yours popped into my feed today. As a teacher, I have to say you did a great job putting together this info and delivering it. Great video, will have to check out some of your others!

[@Duade]

Thanks Berry, I appreciate the feedback, wildlife and birds in particular can be a very rewarding form of photography, after the sun has risen you can put away the short lens and go birding. 😀👍 Cheers, Duade 👍

[@harryhitter9647]

wow this is the sort of content that you can expect if you pay for an online course.... Thanks alot.

[@highanddryful]

Hi Duade I extend my heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional channel you continue to deliver. Your ability to combine in-depth knowledge with an easy-to-follow teaching style is truly remarkable. Your passion for photography shines through in every video, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. The clarity with which you explaine each technique and the practical examples you provide make a significant impact on my learning experience. Thank you once again for your dedication and expertise. I am excited to apply the skills and insights gained from your videos.

[@jackstutts6439]

Excellent discussion Duade. Most of the birds I shoot are in heavily forested areas with lots of dappled light. Ever consider doing a piece on how handle that kind of situation?

[@Duade]

Thanks Jack, it is a real challenge and I usually try to only shoot in the forest on overcast days. If the sun is out I try to find an area in shade for the background as dappled light is almost impossible to deal with. Cheers. Duade

[@normalperson1475]

Thank you for the link to the flow charts

[@Duade]

It is my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@artat777]

Wow fantastic video thanks for sharing it. You have a very soothing voice. You should consider doing podcasts as well. I think you would be a hit.

[@Duade]

Thanks for the feedback, yes, a podcast could be fun. Cheers, Duade

[@XxSEETH3RxX]

Very helpful. I've used a Sony cybershot 50x for a long time and recently was given a Nikon D3000. My first DSLR. I mostly photograph wildlife. So alot of valuable info.

[@Duade]

Thanks for the feedback, I'm glad the video was helpful. Good luck with your photography. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@colmranger]

Brilliant video thanks for posting. Greetings from Ireland

[@Duade]

G'day Colm, thanks for the feedback, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@dalesee]

Thanks for your clarity mate and your useful information! 👍🏻

[@Duade]

My pleasure Dale, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@SteamEngines-Jim]

Please keep these wonderful videos coming Duade.

[@Duade]

G'day, thanks and yes I will. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@wodandewael3613]

What a video man! I have been in photography for a while and i can confirm/recommend to "kinda" stick to the diagram you used for the brigthness (ISO, ss, aperture). Sometimes it's just needed to have a little more darker/brighter image for a good result, but this i normally fix with exposure compensation. Keep up the work and have a nice one :-)

[@Duade]

Thanks, yes, exp comp works well, as long as we are not too dark or bright the images will be great. Cheers, Duade

[@robbiefishing]

Excellent video. You're killing it mate. Easy to see why your channek has become so popular. Well done. 👍👍

[@Duade]

Thanks mate, I appreciate the feedback, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@ArcherBowman]

Absolute masterclass, Duade. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@karinwest919]

What a great video that does not just explain the various players in easy to understand terms but also how they work together and how varying the components will change your picture - and all with nice examples. Your tip on keeping the aperture at a certain range makes so much sense. This will help me tremendously although it probably will hurt my wallet since my 10 year old Canon Rebel is pretty "noisy", LOL! Thanks for a wonderful lesson! Looking forward to learning from you in all your other videos!!

[@Duade]

G'day Karin, thank you so much for your detailed comment, glad to hear you found it useful. You could either wait for an affordable mirrorless body or look at second hand 5d3 or 4 which has much better noise handling capabilities. Good luck, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@elementairttv]

I just stumbled across your channel and this video is excellent!

[@Duade]

I am happy you found the video, welcome, Cheers, Duade

[@danivai777]

I´ve been shooting birds in my yarrd and now I understand why there were not all in focus, just the heads, or some parts.. Awesome video!

[@Duade]

Great to hear Daniel, have fun with your photography. Cheers, Duade

[@polmestra]

Thank you so much! I will apply these at my next shooting :)

[@Duade]

my pleasure, good luck, Cheers, Duade

[@lucianp.2568]

Thank you Duade! Very informative

[@Duade]

G'day, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@chrisrippy4454]

Awesome video, great content! Not new to making photos but new to the world of wildlife photography, your explanations are so concise and very much appreciated. Subscribed and glad I did!

[@Duade]

G'day Chris, thank you very much for the sub and feedback, good luck with your wildlife photography, it can become very addicting so beware😀👍

[@gremlins71]

EXCELLENT PRESENTATION!!!!!!

[@Duade]

Thank you, glad it helped, Cheers, Duade

[@Gkravchenko]

You mada a fantastic job of production your videos. Absolutley love it!

[@Duade]

G'day, thank you and my pleasure. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@ugyenpenjor9575]

Always enriching! 👍👍👍

[@Duade]

Thanks Ugyen, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@hkknaturelover]

Very informative video...Thanks for sharing 👍

[@Duade]

G'day, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@MudMaxMetalDetecting]

Your videos are like a library of info for a wildlife beginner like me. As a user of Micro Four Thirds, ISO and noise are my arch enemies. I think Topaz could be a great help to me, for my low light photography days. ATB MMMD

[@Duade]

Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it, I hope to give M4/3rs a go soon. Cheers, Duade

[@gerards5858]

Wonderful video Duade.

[@Duade]

Thanks mate, hope you are well. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@selinacollins2099]

Get so much from your video as a beginner Duade you explain things in a way that makes s much sense, and even though I have just got my camera and only really played around with it in the back yard the understanding of why it does what it does is starting to input lol and n9w to go play some more to explore the data 😉

[@Duade]

Selina, that is great to hear, I am so happy the video is helpful, have fun learning and practicing, it is the only way to improve. Cheers, Duade

[@timward4952]

Excellent video. At this moment. Perfect for me. I learned lots.

[@sandipkrgupta]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you!

[@Duade]

Sandip, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@markcrossno3007]

Why all the concern about blurring the background in camera? Can’t you just do that in photoshop? I must be missing something. Thanks for being the worlds best teacher. Please keep it up.

[@felipenavarro5973]

Thanks for this! really well explained. greatings from Chile!

[@mcsexy9476]

You’re videos are very informative and are helping me improve my photography and knowledge of birds!😃

[@Duade]

G'day Moe, that is great to hear. Cheers, Duade

[@juanramoncolonmorales9489]

Thanks for your time and the various information

[@Duade]

Juan, my pleasure, Cheers, Duade

[@juanramoncolonmorales9489]

Should write “valuable information “ sorry

[@jajiephotography6159]

well presented, thank you duade

[@Duade]

Thank you, Cheers, Duade

[@ToysRfunAlways]

I have enjoyed and learnt something from every single one of your videos, so informative and you are a natural teacher. Thank you for producing these.

[@Duade]

G'day Dale? You are very welcome; I am glad you found them helpful. Cheers, Duade

[@michaelschmid6424]

Thanks Duade, very informative. I wish you were making these videos when I was starting out.

[@Duade]

G'day Michael, my pleasure, I'm glad you are finding them useful. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@jukimax]

Thank you, this video has very much information that helps me in birding!

[@Duade]

I am happy to hear you found the video helpful, Cheers, Duade

[@wolfgangrieger1246]

Greate explanation - best on YT I ever saw. Now my „?????“ are gone? 🤓. You make me a better photographer. 👍🙏🏻 Duade

[@Duade]

G'day Wolfgang, you are too kind, I'm glad the videos are helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@Terrytheartist]

I’ve just come across this video Duade and have to say that it’s one of the best I’ve seen on this subject, ever! I’d advice anyone taking up wildlife photography to watch over and over again and screenshot all the graphs to keep as a permanent reminder of how it should be done! now subscribed and will take a peek at the other videos 👍📷

[@Duade]

G'day Terry, thank you very much for the positive feedback, I appreciate it. I am happy to hear you found it useful and thanks for the sub. Cheers, Duade

[@jasonstreet_art]

I really appreciated this video. I have to go back to take notes. I'm a painter in Los Angeles with no photography experience. I love to paint wildlife. I'll probably get eaten by a bear trying to get my own reference photos. I was considering a Panasonic G9 + Leica 200mm F2.8 for easier price range.

[@wildmandan1992]

Great video and very detailed! It really helps a lot!

[@Duade]

G'day Daniel, it is my pleasure. Cheers, Duade

[@lockygolfer]

Cheers Duade. Very informative. Love the cheat sheets and the outtakes are gold ;)

[@Duade]

G'day, yes the outtakes are a fun addition to the videos, glad the cheat sheet was helpful. Cheers, Duade 👍

[@NurIsmailMohammed]

Your explanation is so well that they are easily and quickly understood. Love your approach. Well done mate!

[@Duade]

Thanks mate, Cheers, Duade

[@tonyclark1504]

Another very informative video Duade. Thankyou.

[@Duade]

G'day Tony, my pleasure, thanks for the comment. Cheers, Duade

[@scalaacom]

Love the video's Duade. Good delivery, well produced, great content and out-takes - icing on the cake. Please keep making them.

[@Duade]

G'day, thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. Cheers, Duade

[@jan_wegener]

Great video mate

[@Duade]

Thanks mate 👍

[@MiguelGomes2023]

Great material! Thanks!

[@Duade]

Thanks Miguel, I appreciate the comment, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@kuthanc78]

Duade your videos are absolutely mind blowingly good. I am a beginner and your explanations, video production, visual examples are perfect for learning. Thanks so much. PS: I was wondering, for people like me who have less time and memory card flexibility, what tips you might have for actually archiving and organizing the images in a useful way to curate your content, find best photos etc. (I'll be watching your video on choosing the best shot soon)

[@Duade]

Hi Kuthan, thank you for your kind comment. Yes, file organising can be a challenge, but it is important to get a system going so you do not become overwhelmed with files. I do it slightly different to most people. After a session I actually review the images on the back of the camera(I zoom into 100% to check sharpness) and I give a rating to only the best images of any burst or series. I rate them from 1 star for a keeper to 5 stars being the best. I estimate I keep between 5-15% of shots depending on the species. I then import those files into a new folder that is sorted by year, month, date and location. Once the files are imported into Lightroom, I sort by rating and the highest rating shots come straight to the top. I delete all the images with no rating attached. This way I only keep the top images from each session, and I don't get hard drives filled with images I will never use. The popular way to do it is to download all your files onto a hard drive and view them in a program such as Faststone image viewer. Zoom into 100% and tag the files you want to keep. Once you go through the folder you delete the files without tags. Ultimately you need to pick a system that works for you. Cheers, Duade

[@kuthanc78]

Awesome. Thanks for the detail and for giving two different options. I currently use a much simpler system but sounds like those would be a good way to avoid clutter and identify images easily

[@jmber27]

Very informative 👍👍

[@Duade]

Thanks, Cheers, Duade 👍

[@HUILATRAVEL]

Thank you Duade Paton👍

[@Duade]

Thank you 😊

[@Rickyleestjohn]

Thank you for awesome content and information. Very nicely explained, and very much appreciated. Thank you

[@raithevictor]

Love this great video! That really help me improve my bird photography skills, thank you! :D

[@Duade]

That is great to hear, good luck, Cheers, Duade

[@nepalinomadwithacamera3023]

Great tutorial! So much information put together so nicely. You must have spent a lot of time making this video. Oh and that front yard, what a nice view!

[@Duade]

G'day Nepali, yes, this video took some time to put together, but I am happy to hear people are finding it helpful. Yes, I am very lucky to have such a wonderful view. Cheers, Duade 👍