{"id":498825,"date":"2026-02-25T15:40:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T15:40:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/498825\/"},"modified":"2026-02-25T15:40:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T15:40:10","slug":"these-beautiful-winning-spring-and-summer-photos-were-shot-with-the-same-dslr-a-camera-thats-now-8-years-old","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/498825\/","title":{"rendered":"These beautiful winning spring and summer photos were shot with the same DSLR \u2013 a camera that’s now 8 years old"},"content":{"rendered":"

The winners of the International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) have been announced \u2013 and one technical detail connects two highlighted images: they were captured with the same Canon<\/a> DSLR camera,<\/a> which is turning 9 years old in 2026, and the same lens.<\/p>\n

IGPOTY is one of the world’s most respected photography competitions and accepts entries from amateur, semi-pro, and professional adult photographers around the world.<\/p>\n

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In the Beautiful Garden category, the choice of camera for shooting competition-worthy images was twice the Canon EOS 6D Mark II<\/a> \u2013 a great all-rounder and ‘first’ full-frame DSLR \u2013 and the Canon EF 24-105mm L IS II USM lens<\/a> \u2013 a kit zoom classic featuring 17 optical elements in 12 groups…<\/p>\n

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Highlighted images1st Place<\/p>\n

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\"Serene
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(Image credit: Stephen Studd\/IGPOTY)<\/p>\n

Lower Pool, Exbury Gardens by Stephen Studd
Exbury Gardens, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom<\/p>\n

Tech details
Gear: Canon EOS<\/a> 6D Mark II + Canon EF 24-105mm L IS II USM lens
Accessories: tripod, neutral density 0.75 soft graduated filter
Exposure: 1.3sec, f\/22, ISO 200
Post-capture: basic image management.<\/p>\n

“A spring morning at Exbury Gardens, photographed from the lower pool with sunlight bursting through the tree canopy \u2013 which illuminated the spectacular display of colours, that epitomises Exbury in spring.”<\/p>\n

Commended<\/p>\n

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\"Sunlight
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(Image credit: Claudia Gaupp\/IGPOTY)<\/p>\n

Whispers of Wilderness by Claudia Gaupp
Gravetye Manor, Sussex, England, United Kingdom<\/p>\n

Tech details
Gear: Canon EOS 6D Mark II + Canon EF 24-105mm f\/4 L IS II USM lens
Exposure: 1\/100sec, f\/16, ISO 500
Post-capture: partially focus stacked two images together, basic image RAW image management.<\/p>\n

“In summer, the gardens at Gravetye Manor are a feast for the senses. I am particularly fascinated by how the naturalistic planting blends seamlessly into the rolling hills of Sussex.<\/p>\n

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“On this balmy July evening, the sun peeked out from behind the orchard, bathing the meadow and flowerbeds in a soft golden light. Splashes of colour from Echinacea pallida, poppies and Geum lent the scene a cheerful vibrancy.<\/p>\n

“The spirit of William Robinson’s garden vision, lovingly restored by head gardener Tom Coward and his team, can be felt everywhere.”<\/p>\n

The DSLR combo<\/p>\n

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The rounded contours and efficient button layout make the 6D II a\u00a0great camera to use (Image credit: Digital Camera World)<\/p>\n

The Canon EOS 6D Mark II <\/a>is a capable full-frame all-rounder launched in 2017. Its 26.2MP sensor delivers rich color and dynamic range, while 45-point AF and Dual Pixel CMOS AF ensure confident focus. Reliable handling, strong low-light performance, and proven image quality make it competition-worthy. <\/p>\n

Launched in 2016, the Canon EF 24-105mm L IS II USM lens<\/a> remains a workhorse. Its redesigned optics deliver strong centre sharpness, controlled distortion and reliable color, while 4-stop image stabilization and weather sealing ensure consistency in demanding conditions \u2013 a dependable formula behind award-winning images.<\/p>\n

To discover more winning images, visit the International Garden Photographer of the Year website.<\/a><\/p>\n

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