Why We Built Bolt Hunter (And What’s Next)
The story behind Bolt Hunter — from one missed photo to a product that redefined lightning photography, and what’s coming next.
Stories from the Field: Chasing Monsoon Season with Bolt Hunter
Firsthand stories of testing Bolt Hunter in real storms and what it taught us.
Built by Storm Chasers: Meet the Community Behind Bolt Hunter
How the storm chasing and weather photography community shaped Bolt Hunter through field testing, feedback, and collaboration.
How to Protect Your Camera and Gear During a Thunderstorm
Storm chasing gear protection tips, including safety, waterproofing, power management, and field-tested best practices for photographers.
Choosing the Right Trigger Settings for Your Next Storm Chase
How to adjust sensitivity, ambient light settings, and timelapse modes on your lightning camera trigger for different storm conditions.
The Engineering of Bolt Hunter: From Idea to Field Prototype
From prototype to production, this is how Bolt Hunter was engineered and tested in real storms to create a trigger that doesn’t miss.
Inside the Storm: The Science of a Lightning Strike
Understanding how lightning forms, return strokes, and what that means for capturing the perfect photo.
Why Most Lightning Triggers Miss Bolts (And How We Fixed That)
Most lightning triggers react too late. Here’s how Bolt Hunter’s predictive design solves the lag problem once and for all.
Top 10 Lightning Photography Locations in the U.S.
Our field guide to the best places to photograph lightning across the U.S., from the Arizona desert to the Great Plains.
Daytime Lightning Photography: Why It’s So Hard
Why daylight lightning shots are so challenging — and how AI-powered lightning camera triggers finally make them possible.
How to Shoot a Lightning Timelapse Without Missing a Strike
Learn how to capture both lightning and motion with timelapse photography. Includes intervals, exposure tips, and how Bolt Hunter syncs both.
Best Cameras and Lenses for Lightning Photography in 2025
Our breakdown of the best cameras and lenses for lightning and storm photography in 2025, and what matters most in low light and fast-response shooting.
Lightning Photography 101: How to Capture a Bolt of Lightning Like a Pro
Our step-by-step guide to lightning photography for beginners. Learn camera settings, setup tips, and how Bolt Hunter will improve your capture rate.