The fast and straightforward practical guide for anyone looking to finally unlock the full potential of their modern Sony Alpha — 56 pages, 30 concrete settings plus 7 insider hacks. Suitable for beginners to pros, everyone will find something valuable here.
The best gear is of little use if the wrong setting is active at the crucial moment. Especially in wildlife photography, the difference between a tack-sharp eye focus and a blurry memory photo usually comes down to a wrong setting and the fraction of a second wasted trying to adjust it in time.
Covered Models: Alpha 1 II · A9 III · A7R V · A7R VI · A7 V · A6700
My name is Marco Bügel. I am a professional wildlife photographer, leader & guide of exclusive photo safaris to Africa and Asia, and have been passing on my photographic craft to other photographers for years through courses, workshops and my guided photo trips. Over time, I have come to understand one key thing: Great wildlife and bird shots aren't just the result of luck combined with top-tier camera gear; they are above all the outcome of preparation, technical mastery, a keen eye, and an instinct for animals and their behavior. Years of accumulated experience are bundled right here — straightforward, fluff-free, and aligned with current SONY technology.
This guide saves you from tedious, time-consuming trial and error. Benefit directly 1:1 from my past mistakes so you don't have to repeat them yourself. Across 56 beautifully designed pages, I guide you efficiently through 30 of the most critical settings that truly make a big difference on a Sony Alpha — from shutter modes and autofocus fine-tuning to exposure control, white balance, image quality, and field reliability. Every setting is explained, categorized by skill level (Beginner / Intermediate / Pro), and immediately actionable with exact menu locations provided.
Additionally, you get a Master Quick Reference with all 30 settings at a glance, plus 7 insider life hacks that few people know — such as the "Panic Button" via Recall Custom Hold, separate AF points for portrait and landscape orientation, or properly fine-tuning Pre-Capture.
Not a theoretical manual, but a practical workbook from the field for the field. All principles applicable to any modern SONY Alpha camera:
30 field-tested settings, clearly explained and immediately actionable
Sorted by level — from beginner basics to professional fine-tuning
7 insider life hacks for noticeably faster reaction time in the field
Master Quick Reference to print out and bring along
High-quality, clear magazine layout (PDF, 56 pages)
No more "if only I had known that earlier." Set up your Alpha properly once — and never miss the decisive moment again!
More courses and e-books: www.wilduntamed.com/fotokurse-ebooks
Say goodbye to slightly missed eye focus, missed opportunities, and moments that are sharp only in your memory. Equip yourself with the right tools so your next adventure delivers great images that stay with you forever.
Nature & wildlife won't wait — and the next big moment is bound to happen. Be ready for it this time!
The fast and straightforward practical guide for anyone looking to finally unlock the full potential of their modern Sony Alpha — 56 pages, 30 concrete settings plus 7 insider hacks. Suitable for beginners to pros, everyone will find something valuable here.
The best gear is of little use if the wrong setting is active at the crucial moment. Especially in wildlife photography, the difference between a tack-sharp eye focus and a blurry memory photo usually comes down to a wrong setting and the fraction of a second wasted trying to adjust it in time.
Covered Models: Alpha 1 II · A9 III · A7R V · A7R VI · A7 V · A6700
My name is Marco Bügel. I am a professional wildlife photographer, leader & guide of exclusive photo safaris to Africa and Asia, and have been passing on my photographic craft to other photographers for years through courses, workshops and my guided photo trips. Over time, I have come to understand one key thing: Great wildlife and bird shots aren't just the result of luck combined with top-tier camera gear; they are above all the outcome of preparation, technical mastery, a keen eye, and an instinct for animals and their behavior. Years of accumulated experience are bundled right here — straightforward, fluff-free, and aligned with current SONY technology.
This guide saves you from tedious, time-consuming trial and error. Benefit directly 1:1 from my past mistakes so you don't have to repeat them yourself. Across 56 beautifully designed pages, I guide you efficiently through 30 of the most critical settings that truly make a big difference on a Sony Alpha — from shutter modes and autofocus fine-tuning to exposure control, white balance, image quality, and field reliability. Every setting is explained, categorized by skill level (Beginner / Intermediate / Pro), and immediately actionable with exact menu locations provided.
Additionally, you get a Master Quick Reference with all 30 settings at a glance, plus 7 insider life hacks that few people know — such as the "Panic Button" via Recall Custom Hold, separate AF points for portrait and landscape orientation, or properly fine-tuning Pre-Capture.
Not a theoretical manual, but a practical workbook from the field for the field. All principles applicable to any modern SONY Alpha camera:
30 field-tested settings, clearly explained and immediately actionable
Sorted by level — from beginner basics to professional fine-tuning
7 insider life hacks for noticeably faster reaction time in the field
Master Quick Reference to print out and bring along
High-quality, clear magazine layout (PDF, 56 pages)
No more "if only I had known that earlier." Set up your Alpha properly once — and never miss the decisive moment again!
More courses and e-books: www.wilduntamed.com/fotokurse-ebooks
Say goodbye to slightly missed eye focus, missed opportunities, and moments that are sharp only in your memory. Equip yourself with the right tools so your next adventure delivers great images that stay with you forever.
Nature & wildlife won't wait — and the next big moment is bound to happen. Be ready for it this time!
