Recommended camera settings#
Focal length needed to frame it#
For a subject about 135 cm long filling a third or half of the frame width horizontally.
| Distance | ⅓ of frame (FF) | ½ of frame (FF) | ⅓ of frame (APS-C) | ⅓ of frame (MFT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 m (16 ft) | 44 mm | 66 mm | 29 mm | 22 mm |
| 10 m (33 ft) | 87 mm | 132 mm | 58 mm | 44 mm |
| 15 m (49 ft) | 131 mm | 197 mm | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| 20 m (66 ft) | 174 mm | 263 mm | 116 mm | 87 mm |
| 30 m (98 ft) | 262 mm | 395 mm | 174 mm | 131 mm |
| 50 m (164 ft) | 436 mm | 658 mm | 291 mm | 218 mm |
About the Wild Boar#
The wild boar (Sus scrofa), also known as the wild swine or Eurasian wild pig, is a suid native to much of Eurasia, North Africa, and the Greater Sunda Islands. Human intervention has spread its distribution further, making the species one of the widest-ranging mammals in the world, as well as the most widely spread suiform. Its wide range, high numbers, and adaptability mean that it is classed as least concern by the IUCN and it...
Summary adapted from Wikipedia via iNaturalist (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Field-craft tips#
- Use animal-eye AF; for herds stop down a little so several animals are sharp.
- Sightings peak in March and April, which is when you'll have the most chances.
Ethics#
- The welfare of the animal comes first: if it changes its behaviour because of you, you are too close.
- Stay on trails, respect closures around nests, leks, dens and haul-outs.
- Avoid playback and baiting in sensitive seasons; never bait predators.
- Don't share precise locations of rare, nesting or roosting animals publicly.
Frequently asked questions#
What lens do I need to photograph a Wild Boar?
At about 135 cm long, a wild boar fills a third of a full-frame image at 10 m with roughly 87 mm, or at 20 m with 174 mm.
What shutter speed should I use for a Wild Boar?
1/500 s when it's still; 1/1600–1/2000 s for action.
When is the best time to photograph a Wild Boar?
Observations in North America peak in March and April. Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and activity.
Sources & licences#
- iNaturalist — Observation data CC BY-NC; photo licence as credited
- Wikipedia — CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated October 03, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources