7 STEPS to make POWERFUL 70-200mm TELEPHOTO photos

The 70-200mm telephoto lens is essential for landscape photographers. In this video, I'll share 7 steps on how to make powerful photos with any telephoto lens. The 70-200mm lens is probably the most famous, but any telephoto zoom lens or telephoto prime lens works for this - also their equivalent on other form factors. Check out the seven steps and I hope you learn something. The video is full of extra small tips and tricks. No matter if you use a Sony 70-200mm, 100-400mm, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 or f/4, Nikon 70-200mm, or another brand such as Tamron or Sigma there are plenty of telephoto zoom lenses to choose from. In case you feel it becomes a bit formulaic you can always mix up your compositions. In these seven steps, I share how to think, what to photograph, composition ideas, settings, editing ideas and much, much more!

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0:00 - 0. Intro, any Telephoto
1:00 - 1. What Subject?
2:47 - 2. Holistic what?!
4:15 - 3. Favorable Weather?
6:34 - 4. From Chaos to Order
10:04 - 5. Telephoto Settings
12:27 - 6. Powerful Editing
14:58 - 7. Necessary Feedback

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[erichstocker]

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[LouisPrudhomme]

This video is the embodiment of what I think about the 70-200 f2.8, which is that it's definitely the greatest lens I have ever owned (mine is the Nikon VRII), as well as probably one of my most cherished objects, period. The impact of the images you can create, for landscapes, portraits, sports, street photography, you name it, is simply astonishing.

[JaypeaFoto]

Great tips and yes the full version of the Ebook is so worth it.

[eXplosive]

Can't wait to read the first ebook this weekend ! The videos where you talk about how you approach your photography are by far the most valuable for me. I used to get on location and directly explore the setting through my viewfinder. Ever since I take time to get a holistic view of the scene before even looking through the camera, I feel that my photography has improved massively or is at least way more consistent on a higher level 🙂

[Staycoolvisuals]

❤I just love 200mm photography, The compression it makes, its power💯

[gordroberts]

Thanks Mads! Aside from being a great accompaniment to my Saturday morning coffee, you've inspired me to make my 70-200 the only lens I use for the next while. Definitely an eye opener. Cheers from BC, stay safe.

[jgreenler]

Congratulations on hitting 100K subscribers, Mads! I know it must be so tempting to use other methods to boost your following quickly but IMHO, you are building your audience the right way. Providing fantastic content done YOUR way. I appreciate you and the content you share with us!

[danielattias]

Peter, your videos are fantastic, I love learning from you Mate.

[michaeljdauben]

Some great photos and suggestions. A telephoto has been an essential lens for my landscape photography for years.

[M.Montgomery]

Great examples, thank you.
The 70-200mm (+ 2x teleconverter) is my favorite lens, so incredibly versatile...

[nathanmisch]

Great suggestions! I've enjoyed watching your videos over the past few weeks.

[twopoolpeople]

Great video and high impact photos! Thank you....

[annedenoncourt]

Thank you very much Mads! Great video, explanation and beautiful photos!

[paulking]

I've just bought the70-200 gmaster and came here for some ideas but left with Godly inspiration... Absolutely amazing photo.

[rileyrohrbaugh]

I've appreciated your work for awhile now! Keep it up!!!

[ProfMary]

You have a way of presenting information in clear, concise terms, Mads! Your 7 tips for telephoto lenses is a great example of this. I truly appreciate your videos and books as they help me in my photography so much. Keep up the good work.

[bilfoto]

Nice art Mads, nice art.... I like it so much!

[MrMartgolf]

Just found you on the Net, Great first video on the 70 - 200 lense, looking forward to more information, Top man Mads 👍👍👍

[nogroove]

One of the best photography landscape channels. Thx

[erg]

Mads, new subscriber and very impressed with the detailed information on this video, I have the 100-400 and the IQ is superb, however, it is too heavy and I need to go to gym first if I want to take this on a hike, I am considering buying the new MarkII 70-200 GM 2.8 with a 2x teleconverter, have you by any chance tried and considered that alternative ?...thanks eric