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Explore Sony’s Digital Imaging line-up, an ever-expanding range of cameras, lenses and accessories that have been developed to meet a diverse range of creative needs and technical requirements.

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A casual bird photography meetup in New Plymouth

About the event

Join me and like-minded bird photography enthusiasts for this casual photowalk around Barrett Lagoon and the surrounding reserve area. As a conservation biologist and wildlife photographer who grew up in New Plymouth I'll be more than happy to share my tips for photographing birds over the course of this informal wander.

This event is suitable for all levels of experience, including complete beginners or people that don't have a camera yet. I'll answer any technical or gear questions you might have while we attempt to find some good birds.

We'll meet at the Roto Street carpark area and walk into the reserve area from there, likely covering 2–2.5 km distance and finishing up around sunset.

Techniques covered

  • General bird photography tips
  • Camera settings and setup
  • Lens choice and use

What to bring

  • Your own camera gear, if you have it

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

Yes – we'll meet at the Roto St carpark entrance to the Barrett Lagoon area.
Sure! Feel free to email any questions to simonjpierce@gmail.com
2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 marks the eleventh year of the Alpha Awards celebrating the greatest images from across Australia and New Zealand captured on Sony Alpha cameras and lenses, giving you the chance to share in over $62,000 (AUD) worth of Sony digital imaging gear. 

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Simon Pierce

I'm an ocean wildlife photographer and marine conservation biologist living in Kaikōura, New Zealand.My scientific speciality is photo-identification, where we ...

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