Kruger National Park

[Kayaker72]

Hi Benredikk,

I have not been to Kruger, but have researched it as I was almost sent to S. Africa for work last year. I actually hear the opposite for much of Africa. It is more about low light than about reach. Always, if you are trying to photograph a little bird 300 yards away, it is about reach. But usually, as the animals are more active at dusk and dawn, it is about having f/2.8 or faster, which you have covered.

Some links that may interest you:
https://www.kruger-2-kalahari.com/na...hoto-gear.html
https://www.kruger-2-kalahari.com/best-safari-lens.html
https://www.kruger-2-kalahari.com/be...ri-camera.html

http://www.krugerpark.co.za/Kruger_P...onal-park.html
http://africanphototour.com/gear.php

I've recently been evaluating the "Ultimate Travel Supertelephoto lens"....which amounted to lots of reading all to determine as each lens has its place (yeah, I often conclude obvious things after lots of research). But, interesting to me, I probably saw the Sigma 120-300 f/2.8 S referenced more than any lens for Africa. One of the links:

https://www.slrlounge.com/sigma-120-...2-8-dg-os-hsm/

All that said, I would say that kit you have would be great. The 24-70 II on the 5DIII and the 70-200 II + 1.4xTC on the 7DII and you have 24-448 mm covered. That really is good, IMO. Thus, I would recommend prioritizing money spent on guides and tours first. If you have extra budget and do not mind taking more gear (size/weight), you might consider renting a 300 f/2.8 II or 400 f/4 DO II.

Good luck and enjoy the trip. It is on my photographic bucket list.

Brant

[Benredikk]

Hi Brant,

Thank you for your reply and very interesting links. Did you end up with replacing your 150-600S for the big white?

We have a fully booked trip staying on a private camp with guides all week so the expectations are high. Probably the biggest challenge for a great shot is the guy behind the camera. Normally I shoot indoor sports so this is a new challenge.

Thanks again for your input!

BR
Kenneth