EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 24 MIN
How high should you push ISO (and other things)?
from Wildlife and Adventure Photography · host Graham
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I break down the balancing act at the heart of wildlife photography: ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. How high should you push your ISO? I talk about the trade-off between freezing action with faster shutter speeds and keeping noise under control—and why a sharp, slightly noisy image often beats a blurry one.I also highlight how aperture isn’t just about exposure, but a creative tool for isolating subjects and shaping your image. Plus, I cut through the hype around megapixels and explain why full-frame cameras typically deliver better low-light performance than crop sensors with the same resolution.It's time for another podcast... Support the showWould you like a free ebook to help you with your photography?Click here to get your free copy of "10 Simple Steps to Improve Your Photography Today".Support the showThank you for listening to my podcast. If you have enjoyed it and found it useful, please consider a subscription. Most people don't subscribe, but those who do allow me to continue to produce this content. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803730/support WebsitePlease check out my website for the latest collections, photography tips, challenges, and more!Contact MeYou can contact me directly at: [email protected] don't keep me a secret! Please share my podcast with anyone else who you think might be interested.Thank you for listening.
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I break down the balancing act at the heart of wildlife photography: ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. How high should you push your ISO? I talk about the trade-off between freezing action with faster shutter speeds and keeping noise under control—and why a sharp, slightly noisy image often beats a blurry one. I also highlight how aperture isn’t just about exposure, but a creative tool for isolating subjects and shaping your image. Plus, I cut thr...
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