Wildlife Watching Supplies

C33 Lightweight Bag Hide

£67/$84 www.wildlifewatchingsupplies.co.uk

granted, this isn’t the most sophisticated form of cover, but then wildlife isn’t too snobbish about style. What you get is a large yet lightweight and breathable fabric bag for you and your camera to nestle in or under. Whether you’re on a chair with a tripod, crouching, or even lying flat for ultimate stealth, this hide has you covered.

Two openings allow your head and lens to poke through, then, when you’re ready to move on, the hide folds small and weighs just 460g. It isn’t waterproof, but a thicker, rain-resistant version is available if you’re happy to carry a bit more bulk.

It may not be ideal in the wet or for longer stints where the comfort of a self-supporting hide is hard to beat. However, this hide does a decent job of masking your outline and is just the ticket for occasional or spontaneous wildlife shoots.

PhotoPlus VERDICT

Pros: Compact camouflage keeps both you and your gear under wraps Cons: Not ideal for long shoots; this ultralight version isn’t waterproof We say: Great value and a must for the occasional wildlife-watcher