Taking a Trip to Namibia with Sigma Lenses

Taking a Trip to Namibia with Sigma Lenses

Our friend Dion Scoppettuolo recently returned from an epic Safari and adventure in Etosha National Park in Namibia, Okonjima Game Reserve in Namibia and the Namibian Desert. The Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM and 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary lenses were along to document his travels. Were these lenses up to the challenges of capturing the magnificence of these remote locations? The photos speak for themselves! Be inspired by this great gallery of images!

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | The Namib stretches over large areas of western Namibia. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Stalking a herd of impala. Okonjima game reserve, Namibia. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Large elephant roams Etosha with mud sun block. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Deadvlei means dead marsh in Afrikaans, Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A dark chanting goshawk takes off in search of reptiles to eat. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Springbok survive in the arid Namibian climate by eating succulent vegetation. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Climbing the dunes is only permitted in designated areas. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A kori bustard roams the high grass of Etosha for insects. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | The fairly sedentary hartebeest is easy prey on the open grassy plains of Etosha. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Mud baths are popular ways to keep cool. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A dark chanting goshawk searches for prey from a perch in Etosha. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A 600mm lens is perfect for extreme rhino close ups and safety. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Ongava game reserve is a protected are for rhinos. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | An iconic acacia tree stands alone on the plains of Etosha. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | It is relatively easy to get a fierce look during a common yawn. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | An elephant grazes under the sunny Etosha skies. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Nowhere will you have a better chance of eye to eye contact with lions than Etosha. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | There are about 2500 elephants in Etosha National Park. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | While protected, mining and illegal plant harvesting threaten this environment. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Wildebeests are not pretty but they are a reliable food source for lions and hyenas. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A large water buck rests in a field with impala. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Giraffes are easily spotted along the roadside in Etosha. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | A pale chanting goshawk takes off for food. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Early morning balloon takes off over the Namib. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Making a loud noise can get a dark chanting goshawk to spread its wings. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Skittish springbok will be close enough to photograph with even a 200mm lens. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Lions prowl large areas of Etosha National Park. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Female lions play fight in Etosha National Park in Namibia. Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary

© 2018 Dion Scoppettuolo | Sporadic desert storms often produce stunning rainbows after they pass. Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary

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July 9, 2018