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By Matt Evans\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 14 December 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Got a camera and your walking boots? You\u2019re ready to head into the great outdoors to hunt out some great snaps \u2013 the Countryfile Calendar competition<\/a> is only a few months away, after all. So what other accessories do budding photographers need? The choice is vast, but luckily we\u2019ve got you covered with our beginner\u2019s guide.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss our guides to Britain\u2019s best locations for landscape photography<\/a>,\u00a0How to take great photos of animals,<\/a>\u00a0How to photograph garden birds <\/a>and for those wishing to expand their skills, check out our guide to the\u00a0Best wildlife and nature photography courses<\/a> in the UK.<\/p>\n

Happy snapping!<\/p>\n

Best photography kit for beginners<\/h2>\n

Tripods<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re using a smaller digital camera, Joby\u2019s Gorillapod<\/a> range works well in terms of versatility. This nifty bendable tripod has plenty of applications when it comes to keeping your shots steady and is more adaptable than your average tripod.<\/p>\n

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For example, if you\u2019re looking for nesting birds, you can get the shot by wrapping the tripod around a tree branch, pointing it at the nest and playing the waiting game.<\/p>\n