Tripod use and is
Jan 14, 2017 09:50:10 #
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Jan 14, 2017 10:03:55 #
phlash46 wrote:
That I've got to see!
It might even make Americas Funniest Videos.
Jan 14, 2017 10:11:32 #
RRS
Loc: Not sure
g brooks wrote:
Using tripod in a kyack is it ok to use is when shooting bif
Good Morning, I don't shoot from a kayak but a lot of my photographing friends do. None that I know of use a tripod while kayaking and the biggest lens that any of them use is the 500mm f/4.0 prime. As for BIF, most only try to catch an Osprey as it enters or exits the water or Eagles snatching a fish, not much over their heads. Their use of the kayak put them at the water level of the subjects that they shoot and that includes ducks, birds, frogs, turtles and moose too. Turning and swinging to catch a BIF while holding a large lens can put you and your gear in the water very quickly, saw and heard it happen this spring. Have fun but first buy good insurance on all of your gear!
Jan 14, 2017 10:20:47 #
Want to shoot in slow moving and shallow creek. Have an eagles nest across the creek not going to be. Floating. Going to be anchoerd that's why I asked about the is
Jan 14, 2017 10:28:19 #
Depends on who's lenses/IS you are using. Since you used the mnemonic IS I will assume you are referring to Canon. The purpose of IS is to eliminate camera shake so even a tripod on a kayak, I'm also assuming you meant kayak as I know of no such thing as a kyack, in relatively calm water will be quite effective. Some Canon lenses have tripod sensing IS. If the IS is on and the lens senses the lack of shake, it will suspend the IS when it's not needed.
Jan 14, 2017 10:37:54 #
I do a fair amount of kayaking photography on gently moving river water and smaller lakes. I use a 7D mk II with a 400 5.6 lens for all bird work. If there is the expectation to photograph dragonflies on the kayak, water lilies, or neat coves, I also take a 5D3 and the appropriate lens. This gear, of course. is carried in dry bags.
As for the use of a tripod in the kayak... it would eliminate most of the stellar quick-pix opportunities for birds-in-flight and fish slapping the water. I have, however, seen some folks out there with "shoulder" gear to assist them with video that for the most part did not seem to hamper their paddling.
As for the use of a tripod in the kayak... it would eliminate most of the stellar quick-pix opportunities for birds-in-flight and fish slapping the water. I have, however, seen some folks out there with "shoulder" gear to assist them with video that for the most part did not seem to hamper their paddling.
Jan 14, 2017 10:40:31 #
They take a 500mm f4 prime out on a kayak? Yikers!!! I couldn't imagine doing that. If something bad happened it would would be like watching more than $10,000 drop into the ocean and sink forever away.
RRS wrote:
Good Morning, I don't shoot from a kayak but a lot... (show quote)
Jan 14, 2017 10:47:16 #
g brooks wrote:
Using tripod in a kyack is it ok to use is when shooting bif
Brooks,feel one to the Hog!
Since you call it IS I assume you use Danon gear.
Leave the IS on no mater when you shoot.
Canon lenses are tripod sensing(except a few old ones) so it doesn't matter one way or the other.
Now what mode to set might be a bit trickier in that situation!
Again, welcome and good luck!
SS
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Jan 14, 2017 11:32:50 #
Thanks for the info I'm from York got an eagle nest across the creek from my work on the York county rail trail
Jan 14, 2017 11:44:44 #
Jan 15, 2017 08:06:21 #
No Tripod is required for steady photos fro a Kyack; simply standup and invert.
Jan 15, 2017 10:42:55 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
I regularly take BIFs and other wildlife from my kayak.
Primary Camera-Lens:Usually Nikon D4 with Sigma 150-500m.
Misc Camera:Mirrorless and/or GoPro for landscapes, movies, etc. Hand-held or mounted on a Scotty camera mount on Scotty post. (http://www.scottypaddlesports.com/kayak-fishing-equipment-accessories/rod_holder_mounts/CameraMount.html)
Monopod: Sirui P-326 monopod which collapses to 15" + good ballhead. (Many other monopods are too long.) Stabilize camera with Op/Tech Bino/Cam Harness so I can travel hands-free.
With a monopod, it's easy to pick up the camera and take photos above and/or to the side. I can't do that with a tripod.
Tripods will not work in a Hobie Mirage, but may work OK in conventional kayaks. Tripods may be clumsy when not taking pictures straight ahead. BIFs may appear at any time from any angle.
Kayak: Hobie Mirage Sport. http://www.hobiecat.com/mirage/mirage-sport/ . Short, under 10' so it's exempt from Oregon inspection/license fees; Can travel using pedals which leaves hands free for taking pictures. For very shallow water, I retract "fins" and use a regular kayak paddle. Has convenient lower storage area for other gear. Empty wt about 48#, fits on Prius cartop and still cruise @ 70mph. Expensive.
Primary Camera-Lens:Usually Nikon D4 with Sigma 150-500m.
Misc Camera:Mirrorless and/or GoPro for landscapes, movies, etc. Hand-held or mounted on a Scotty camera mount on Scotty post. (http://www.scottypaddlesports.com/kayak-fishing-equipment-accessories/rod_holder_mounts/CameraMount.html)
Monopod: Sirui P-326 monopod which collapses to 15" + good ballhead. (Many other monopods are too long.) Stabilize camera with Op/Tech Bino/Cam Harness so I can travel hands-free.
With a monopod, it's easy to pick up the camera and take photos above and/or to the side. I can't do that with a tripod.
Tripods will not work in a Hobie Mirage, but may work OK in conventional kayaks. Tripods may be clumsy when not taking pictures straight ahead. BIFs may appear at any time from any angle.
Kayak: Hobie Mirage Sport. http://www.hobiecat.com/mirage/mirage-sport/ . Short, under 10' so it's exempt from Oregon inspection/license fees; Can travel using pedals which leaves hands free for taking pictures. For very shallow water, I retract "fins" and use a regular kayak paddle. Has convenient lower storage area for other gear. Empty wt about 48#, fits on Prius cartop and still cruise @ 70mph. Expensive.
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