Daniel Cox Shares Techniques for Capturing Acrobatic Dolphins
Daniel Cox, a seasoned wildlife photographer with four decades of experience, recently photographed Pacific white-sided dolphins in British Columbia, Canada, during a photo tour. In a conversation with PetaPixel, he shared insights into his approach, highlighting the importance of being mentally and technically prepared for the unpredictable aspects of wildlife photography. Utilizing an OM System OM-1 Mark II camera set to Shutter Priority mode at 1/2000 sec, he paired it with an OM System 150-400mm lens at 400mm. For continuous tracking, Cox employed AF-C autofocus. He recommended removing the lens cap and using a skylight filter for protection. His images can be found on his website, Instagram, and Facebook.
Key facts
- Daniel Cox photographed Pacific white-sided dolphins off British Columbia, Canada.
- The photos were taken during a photo tour Cox was leading.
- Cox used an OM System OM-1 Mark II camera.
- He used a 150-400mm lens at 400mm, effective 800mm on the MFT sensor.
- He set the shutter speed to 1/2000 of a second.
- He used AF-C autofocus and auto ISO.
- He uses a Hoya HD3 protective filter instead of lens caps.
- The Human Tripod technique helps stabilize shots on a boat.
Entities
Artists
- Daniel Cox
Institutions
- OM System
- Hoya
Locations
- British Columbia
- Canada