How to photograph Labrador Retriever

This is the ultimate guide on how to photograph dogs and Labrador Retriever. As always, when taking pictures of animals there are things to think about and below you will also find both camera and lens recommendations.

Try to really capture the personality of your Labrador Retriever. Perhaps he or she has a unique expression, or does something that is very significant for a Labrador Retriever? When it comes to cameras and lenses you can pretty much go with any kind of camera gear, but with a normal zoom lens you will never be wrong. If you want to capture the dog in action, for example running, this can demand a bit of your camera and lens in order for the autofocus to maintain the sharp and crisp details, in the eyes etc. When photographing a Labrador Retriever that is running, it is easier to do that from the side than if the Labrador Retriever is running towards you. The autofocus has an easier time following an object that is moving sideways than straight towards you.

Another tip while photographing dogs in general is to get down on their level, on ground level that is. If you are standing up and shooting your pictures downwards you might end up with a lot of lawn or floor in the picture. If you can get a bit dirty, try to lay down on your lawn and capture your Labrador Retriever with some sky, garden or trees in the background. That makes a better picture.

Best cameras for photographing Labrador Retriever

Perhaps you already have a camera but here are some popular camera alternatives that might be suitable for photographing dogs and Labrador Retriever.

	Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Released: 2019 Type: DSLR Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)	Buy
	Canon EOS M5 Released: 2016 Type: Mirrorless Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)	Buy
	Canon EOS 800D Released: 2017 Type: DSLR Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)	Buy
	Canon EOS Kiss X8i Released: 2015 Type: DSLR Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)	Buy
	Canon EOS Kiss M Released: 2018 Type: Mirrorless Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)	Buy

Best lenses for photographing Labrador Retriever

Here are some popular lenses that might suit your needs when photographing dogs and Labrador Retriever. You can also view all of our lenses or start by selecting your camera and then see which lenses that are compatible.

	Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm f/3,5-5,6 G ED VR Released: 2008 Normal Lens with zoom Aperture: f/3,5-5,6 Focal Length: 16-85 mm	Buy
	Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3,5-5,6 IS Released: 2007 Normal Lens with zoom Aperture: f/3,5-5,6 Focal Length: 18-55 mm	Buy
	Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2,8 IS USM Released: 2006 Normal Lens with zoom Aperture: f/2,8 Focal Length: 17-55 mm	Buy
	Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2,8 E ED VR Released: 2015 Normal Lens with zoom Aperture: f/2,8 Focal Length: 24-70 mm	Buy
	Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3,5-5,6 IS II Released: 2011 Normal Lens with zoom Aperture: f/3,5-5,6 Focal Length: 18-55 mm	Buy

Images of other dogs

Here are a few images of dogs that might inspire you. Perhaps these can give you ideas on how to best photograph your Labrador Retriever? Click on the image you want to know more about. Each image has information with which camera and lens they were shot and with which settings.