“You don’t take a photograph, you make it.” – Ansel Adams
“This is what I’d call a classic Londolozi moment – the Xinkhova Female in mid-leap over the causeway water, with Ross, Life and their guests in the vehicle beyond creating that perfect safari scene. The morning light was absolutely beautiful, and after taking a drink, she gave us this spectacular jump before disappearing. Getting any leopard mid-air is special, but having all these elements come together – the light, the setting, the other vehicle in frame – made this moment that much more magical.”
You’ve just landed on your dream safari. Binoculars around your neck, safari hat on your head, camera in hand — and your heart’s racing with the thrill of what’s out there waiting. You’re ready to capture the magic of Londolozi.
Here’s something we don’t like to admit as guides: great wildlife photography isn’t just about being in the right place at the right time — it’s also about having the right gear. And arguably, the most important piece of that is your lens. At the Londolozi Photographic Studio, we’ve got a full range of Canon and Nikon camera bodies and lenses available to rent during your stay. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned photographer, there is something for everyone.
Sometimes, extra reach is everything. Having access to a 300mm, 400mm, or even 600mm prime lens can be game-changing. These lenses offer incredible sharpness and speed — they’ll seriously level up your photography. However, they are big, bulky and heavy. I have often wanted to use them, but just found the experience too cumbersome, until recently.
That’s why we’ve brought in the GimPro Game Viewer Arm.
The GimPro Arm is fully articulating, which means you get complete freedom of movement with your camera — and none of the wobble. It makes tracking moving animals smooth and effortless: whether that means you’re capturing a portrait in low light and need a stable base, or you’re panning a video as lions chase after buffalo. It can also adjust to your preferred height in seconds. It’s the best way to shoot heavyweight lenses without the hassle.
Essentially, the GimPro Arm allows you to focus on composing your shots and immersing yourself in the photographic experience, rather than worrying about the logistics of handling heavy equipment.
The Maxims male leaps away as a mating bout with the Piccadilly female ends — a split-second moment where intensity and instinct is everything. For shots like this, stability is everything.
So next time you’re here, don’t just dream about using that epic lens — rent it. Ask your guide to set up the GimPro Arm on your photographic vehicle, and get ready to create images you’ll be proud of forever.
wow what a great tool. Are these available for rent? Please share more details. On my last trip I used a monopod with a gimbal head. This is so much better!
Wow, what a great tool this GimPro Arm seems to be. Maybe I’ll try it out next time.
Sign me up! As a photographer who is weight challenged now, I use all the tools available to me to help with stabilizing my camera. The newer bean bags are a big assist mostly because they are so much lighter and easier to move around as I found in March. I also have a monopod with a gimbal head but it is cumbersome. I’ve used the Gimpro arm in other reserves and loved the ease of using it, once the height is set. I will definitely place a reserve for my next stay. By the way, your image of the elephant eye is stunning. Detail shots like this are difficult to capture, so kudos to you.
This looks like a fantastic invention that’s perfect for safaris. Perhaps I’ll rent equipment next time so I can have more photographic opportunities than my smaller lenses will allow.
Hi Keagan, thanks for heads up on this special piece of equipment that can make your photography so much easier and better. Really a neat idea.
Thanks for the inspiration and advice on great equipment!
Keagan, Thanks for the reminder! We are bringing all our usual equipment, but plan to rent some of the “big guns” while we are there in June!