[Sudhir Shivaram]

Hello Ravi,

A warm welcome to you on this platform. I am sure my course will help you become a better photographer. Request you to invest your time in the course and go through it in detail.

Rgds,
Sudhir

[Sudhir Shivaram]

My preference for these are:

1. Leofoto Ranger LS-365C tripod

2. Leofoto BV-15 fluid head

[Sudhir Shivaram]

If your main intention is to shoot wildlife and birds, then I would highly recommend you to look at the Sony cameras and lens.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

Hello Saameyd, A warm welcome to you and good luck for your photography learning.

Rgds,
Sudhir

[Sudhir Shivaram]

Dear Kiran, For wedding photography you will need a wide array of lens and cameras. Based on your budget you will have to decide.
Camera: Go for any of the Sony A1 or A7R5 or the A7 IV
Lens list:

Lenses

1. Wide-Angle Lenses (Group shots, venue, décor)

   • Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM: Ideal for capturing the venue and group photos.
   • Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G: Compact and fast for creative wide-angle shots.

2. Standard Zoom Lenses (Versatility)

   • Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II: Workhorse lens for ceremonies, portraits, and candid shots.
   • Sony FE 28-75mm f/2.8 (Tamron alternative): Affordable and lightweight.

3. Prime Lenses (Portraits, low-light, artistic shots)

   • Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM: Stunning portraits with creamy bokeh.
   • Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM: Perfect for close-up bridal portraits and low light.
   • Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM: Great for storytelling and candid shots.

4. Telephoto Lenses (Ceremonies, candid moments)

   • Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II: For ceremonies, capturing moments from a distance, and candid emotions.
   • Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM: Incredible for close-ups with stunning background separation.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

If it’s for wildlife, then I would not recommend a ball head. Instead go for a fluid head.I use a Leofoto BV-15 fluid head.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

Harish, both Facebook and Instagram are popular platforms to showcase your photographs.

• This reply was modified 6 days, 11 hours ago by  Sudhir Shivaram.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

You can get access from both the mobile App as well as computer browser and access is for lifetime

[Sudhir Shivaram]

Can you please post a sample image in the reply for me to check.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

foto circle in Bangalore.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

At Bangalore, you can get it from foto circle at Anandrao circle.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

What camera/lens to purchase mainly depends on 2 important factors:
1. What do you want to shoot?
2. What is your budget?

As I always keep saying, invest more on the lens and less on the camera. As Suneel suggested, best would be to rent the combination based on your genre and budget and try it out.

I hope to update the best camera and lens database soon.

Rgds,
Sudhir

[Sudhir Shivaram]

Since you have the camera with you, best is to experiment and see if you face any such issues. Do not trust online articles. Since you have time till 31st Jan, I would highly recommend to see if you face any issues.
I would not expect any problems with the camera as such. I am sure you will enjoy using the camera.

Rgds,
Sudhir

[Sudhir Shivaram]

You can choose any white balance when you have to set custom white balance. It does not matter as the camera will understand that you are giving it values for white. It cannot be done outdoors. It has to be done in the same lighting as where you intend to shoot. The custom white balance has to be set each time for indoors for changing light situation.

[Sudhir Shivaram]

It depends on which zone / gate you will be visiting. At Moharli gate I use Tathastu resort which is pretty good.