How to photograph Xoloitzcuintli

This is the ultimate guide on how to photograph dogs and Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli. Perhaps he or she has a unique expression, or does something that is very significant for a Xoloitzcuintli? When it comes to cameras and lenses you can pretty much go with any kind of camera gear, but with a standard 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 Xoloitzcuintli that is running, it is easier to do that from the side than if the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli with some sky, garden or trees in the background. That makes a better picture.

Best cameras for photographing Xoloitzcuintli

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

Nikon Z6 Nikon Z6
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Released: 2018
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: Full frame


Canon EOS 8000D Canon EOS 8000D
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Released: 2015
Type: DSLR
Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)


Fujifilm GFX 100S Fujifilm GFX 100S
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Released: 2021
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: Medium Format (0.79x)


Canon EOS Kiss X9i Canon EOS Kiss X9i
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Released: 2017
Type: DSLR
Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)


Canon EOS M5 Canon EOS M5
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Released: 2016
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: APS-C (1.6x)


Best lenses for photographing Xoloitzcuintli

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

Nikon Z 40mm F2 SE Nikon Z 40mm F2 SE
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Released: 2022
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/2
Focal Length: 40 mm


Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
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Released: 2021
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,2
Focal Length: 50 mm


Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R
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Released: 2012
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,4
Focal Length: 35 mm


Sony FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T Sony FE 55mm F1.8 ZA Carl Zeiss Sonnar T
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Released: 2013
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,8
Focal Length: 55 mm


Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro Nikon AF-S 60mm F2.8 G ED Micro
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Released: 2008
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Macro capabilities (1:1)
Aperture: f/2,8
Focal Length: 60 mm


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 Xoloitzcuintli? 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.

Best friends looking out over the lake See camera and lens details
1/640s  50mm  f/1,8

A Bulldog is laying on the floor resting See camera and lens details
1/60s  85mm  f/1,4

A snowy St Bernard See camera and lens details
1/1600s  122mm  f/5,6

A small Maltese puppy in the grass See camera and lens details
1/1000s  90mm  f/5,6

A cute puppy with necklace See camera and lens details
1/320s  50mm  f/3,2

Dachshund puppy See camera and lens details
1/4000s  116mm  f/4,5

A Pembrok Welsh Corgi is running on the railroad tracks while it is raining See camera and lens details
1/200s  150mm  f/2,8

A wet Golden Retriever puppy See camera and lens details
1/200s  225mm  f/5,6

A Siberian Husky at the lake See camera and lens details
1/320s  135mm  f/5,6

A Dalmatian with tongue on nose See camera and lens details
1/600s  90mm  f/4,5

A Labrador Retriever is getting a small snack See camera and lens details
1/400s  50mm  f/1,4

Two rottweiler puppys behind a wooden fence See camera and lens details
1/400s  119mm  f/4

A Weimaraner looking up at the camera See camera and lens details
1/200s  50mm  f/1,8

A Doberman with tongue hanging out See camera and lens details
1/1250s  116mm  f/5

A ten week old Golden Retriever puppy See camera and lens details
1/60s  200mm  f/8