New cameras add pre-capture feature for wildlife photography
Photographers can now use a pre-capture tool on new Canon, Nikon, Sony and other camera models to record images before pressing the shutter.
How the feature works
The system records video or stills for up to one second before the user presses the shutter button. This delay allows photographers to capture fast-moving subjects like birds in flight without missing the moment. The camera stores this buffer footage automatically while it waits for the trigger.
Which models support it
OM System introduced the technology first, and it has since appeared in affordable models from Canon, Nikon and Sony. Specific examples include the Canon EOS R8 Mark II, the Sony A7 V and the Nikon Z5 II. Other brands use different names for the same function, such as Pro Capture or Pre-Burst.
Benefits for wildlife shooters
Users report that this tool helps them get images of animals taking flight where they previously would have failed. The feature reduces the need for perfect reaction time when photographing unpredictable subjects on a branch or start line. Photographers can now rely on consistent results even when their reflexes are slower than the action.
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