Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
What can you achieve with £500 worth of wildlife photography kit? More than you might expect.
In the first video of the series, Jon Devo breaks down his top budget wildlife kit choices, explaining the thinking behind each option and the compromises that come with shooting at this level. We also speak to wildlife photographer Tom Mason, who shares how he’d approach a £500 kit in real-world conditions.
Watch now, and subscribe for the rest of the series as we move through £1,500, £5,000 and £10,000 wildlife kits.
Disclaimer: All equipment discussed is subject to used stock availability, condition, and pricing at the time.
🎞️ Chapters: 🎞️
00:00:00 Wildlife Photography Kit Series Introduction
00:00:38 Gadget Jon’s Setup for Maximum Reach
00:00:56 Canon EOS 90D & Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
00:01:25 Why the EOS 90D?
00:01:40 Advantages of APS-C Sensors for Wildlife Photography
00:02:10 Handling and Image Stabilisation
00:02:34 Disadvantages of Older Systems
00:03:11 High ISO Performance
00:03:52 Constant Aperture vs Variable Aperture Lenses
00:04:27 Higher Investment Recommendations
00:06:07 Tom Mason’s Recommendations
00:06:18 Nikon D700 & Nikon F 70-200mm f/2.8
00:06:28 Nikon D700 Key Specifications
00:07:36 Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 Key Specifications
00:08:48 Why This Kit Is Great for Beginners
00:11:07 Limitations of Older Systems
00:12:46 Alternatives and Reasons to Upgrade
00:13:44 Final Thoughts
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What can you achieve with £500 worth of wildlife photography kit? More than you might expect.
In the first video of the series, Jon Devo breaks down his top budget wildlife kit choices, explaining the thinking behind each option and the compromises that come with shooting at this level. We also speak to wildlife photographer Tom Mason, who shares how he’d approach a £500 kit in real-world conditions.
Watch now, and subscribe for the rest of the series as we move through £1,500, £5,000 and £10,000 wildlife kits.
Disclaimer: All equipment discussed is subject to used stock availability, condition, and pricing at the time.
🎞️ Chapters: 🎞️
00:00:00 Wildlife Photography Kit Series Introduction
00:00:38 Gadget Jon’s Setup for Maximum Reach
00:00:56 Canon EOS 90D & Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM
00:01:25 Why the EOS 90D?
00:01:40 Advantages of APS-C Sensors for Wildlife Photography
00:02:10 Handling and Image Stabilisation
00:02:34 Disadvantages of Older Systems
00:03:11 High ISO Performance
00:03:52 Constant Aperture vs Variable Aperture Lenses
00:04:27 Higher Investment Recommendations
00:06:07 Tom Mason’s Recommendations
00:06:18 Nikon D700 & Nikon F 70-200mm f/2.8
00:06:28 Nikon D700 Key Specifications
00:07:36 Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 Key Specifications
00:08:48 Why This Kit Is Great for Beginners
00:11:07 Limitations of Older Systems
00:12:46 Alternatives and Reasons to Upgrade
00:13:44 Final Thoughts
👏 Follow us: 👏
Instagram: instagram.com/wexphotovideo
Facebook: youtube.com/@WexPhotoVideo
💡 More from Wex:💡
Wex Blog: wexphotovideo.com/blog
Wex Photo Video: wexphotovideo.com
#wildlife #budgetphotography #wildlifephotography
