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+1 for duck boots. I also really like to wear a photography vest -- you can never have too many or too large pockets.My feet and good boots that fit the terrain of the day ... could be firefighter boots (no insulation no membrane breathable tough leather), or a wide range of Kenetrek hard corp hiking and hunting boots with waterproof membranes, or "duck boots" or packs with tractor tread soles for walking through goose poop or on slick icy or wet surfaces, knee high rubber boots, hip boots or waders as needed
I was always losing the flimsy lens cap that comes with a new lens. It would become detached when moving thru brush, heavy timber, tall grass/reeds etc.Over time, we all learn clever little tricks and techniques that was use in the field and I thought it would be fun to have a thread where we shared those. (Also, I may use this info for an upcoming video
I'll start by tossing out a couple.
1. On trick I use when photographing in windy conditions is to take off the lens hood. When shooting long glass, the wind often shakes the entire rig and a hood dramatically increases the "sail" area. So, when it's windy, I often take the hood off and enjoy more stability. Note that I only do this is the front element isn't in any danger and I'm not facing into the sun
2. Another handy trick is using a Wimberley M-8 adaptor on a gimbal head when you're trying to mount a rig to it that doesn't have a lens foot. ( https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/303253-REG/Wimberley_M_8_Module_8_M_8_Perpendicular.html/?ap=y&ap=y&smp=y&smp=y&lsft=BI:514&gclid=CjwKCAjwx46TBhBhEiwArA_DjM0Ubnaw3DjH_QHFsnOXFd_omi5zITjNz9QPeKshpezS_hX3SaGRRBoCEfAQAvD_BwE _
3. Finally, one last trick to get the ball rolling. Another helpful tip is to keep a "cleaning" toothbrush with you for getting sand / dirt out of hard-to-reach places in your lens (like the switches and feet) or camera (like all the knocks and crevices).
So, that's the idea. What kind of field "hacks" do you use that others may not have thought about?
I have tried this and find it a little cumbersome to carry and set up. I prefer using the Walkstool. Come is various heights - 18, 22, 26 and 30 inches I use the 18-inch to get lower.
No they don't wear depends. They just let it fill the fatigues. Lol lolNow that's dedication. So are you a former Marine sniper? Navy SEAL?
My wife loves hers !!! and I seldom use a stool but when I do this is it. I stand at my computer so not wonder this gets little use from this hyperactive old dude.
How do you attach it?
The handle has a threaded stud on it that simply threads into the lens foot. Essentially the same thing but marketed specifically for cameras can be purchased on amazon
I have one of those also and they are super well made and easy to carry and set up. Worth the $$.
There are a number of reasons as to why I don't like the Walkstool. It costs more than double. You can't stand on it if you need extra height, and on sandy surfaces, the legs would sink in. Check out this video:
I stand corrected! B^)
Anti-hack note: TSA won't allow any type of knife on the plane any more - lost my no-longer-made multitool with the 1 inch blade that way (my new one is 4x as expensive, bigger, and not as good, but works ok)... Just be sure to take it out of your carry-on camera bag, and put it in checked luggage
Good to know...I thought my tiny knife was ok, but now will put in checked. Thanks for the info.Anti-hack note: TSA won't allow any type of knife on the plane any more - lost my no-longer-made multitool with the 1 inch blade that way (my new one is 4x as expensive, bigger, and not as good, but works ok)... Just be sure to take it out of your carry-on camera bag, and put it in checked luggage
