How to photograph German Shepherd Pit Bull

This is the ultimate guide on how to photograph dogs and German Shepherd Pit Bull. 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 German Shepherd Pit Bull. Perhaps he or she has a unique expression, or does something that is very significant for a German Shepherd Pit Bull? 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 German Shepherd Pit Bull that is running, it is easier to do that from the side than if the German Shepherd Pit Bull 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 German Shepherd Pit Bull with some sky, garden or trees in the background. That makes a better picture.

Best cameras for photographing German Shepherd Pit Bull

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

Nikon D7500 Nikon D7500
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Released: 2017
Type: DSLR
Sensor: DX (1.5x)


Sony a7 III Sony a7 III
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Released: 2018
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: Full frame


Fujifilm X-S10 Fujifilm X-S10
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Released: 2020
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: APS-C (1.5x)


Canon EOS 1D X Mark II Canon EOS 1D X Mark II
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Released: 2016
Type: DSLR
Sensor: Full frame


Nikon Z9 Nikon Z9
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Released: 2021
Type: Mirrorless
Sensor: Full frame


Best lenses for photographing German Shepherd Pit Bull

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

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


Canon EF 40mm F2.8 STM Canon EF 40mm F2.8 STM
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Released: 2012
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/2,8
Focal Length: 40 mm


Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM
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Released: 2015
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,8
Focal Length: 50 mm


Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS
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Released: 2012
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,8
Focal Length: 35 mm


Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D Nikon AF 50mm F1.8 D
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Released: 2002
Normal Lens, no zoom (prime)
Aperture: f/1,8
Focal Length: 50 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 German Shepherd Pit Bull? 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.

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

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

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

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

A Golden Retriever puppy is sitting in his food tray See camera and lens details
1/1250s  50mm  f/5,6

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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