Solar Eclipse (8 April 2024) - Recommended accessories for video

[Alaska23]

I have a Canon EOS 5D, Mark IV. I will be traveling to southern Illinois to view the total solar eclipse and wondering what lens or attachment I need to video record the entire solar eclipse that won’t damage my camera.  Any advice would be appreciated.

[Waddizzle]

You need high quality gear.  You have not told us what gear you do have.  There are lots of tutorials to be found on YouTube.  I suggest that you start there.

https://www.youtube.com/live/SpyrhhIckAg?si=RIdSXpZJ4dn34Kb- 

[Alaska23]

I have a Canon Zoom Lens EF 24-105mm 1:4 L IS II USM.  But for this event, I will probably use my Canon Zoom Lens EF 100-400mm 1:4.5-5.6 L IS II USM.  Hope that helps.

[Waddizzle]

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@Alaska23 wrote:

I have a Canon Zoom Lens EF 24-105mm 1:4 L IS II USM.  But for this event, I will probably use my Canon Zoom Lens EF 100-400mm 1:4.5-5.6 L IS II USM.  Hope that helps.

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Have you watched the video?  

You’re basically asking, “How do I prepare a wedding feast?”