BIF and BIF practice.
Jul 15, 2013 13:39:17 #
I had just arrived at one of my favorite spots at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and was testing the camera and settings when this Great Egret flew into sight so I took a few practice shots...sort of warming up. There were numerous dragonflies zooming all around so I decided to practice on them (your laughter is expected). I only managed to catch a few but it was a good exercise. Shots of birds after that seemed easier. It was fun.
Canon 7D, Tamron SP 70-300MM, 1/1250, f7.1, ISO appx 200, manual, AF expanded spot focus.
Canon 7D, Tamron SP 70-300MM, 1/1250, f7.1, ISO appx 200, manual, AF expanded spot focus.
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Jul 15, 2013 17:51:36 #
Jul 15, 2013 21:17:13 #
A great way to practice your BIF skills. Dragonflies are notoriously difficult to capture. Well Done!
Jul 16, 2013 07:23:14 #
rlaugh wrote:
Great practice..good job!
Thanks rlaugh! I was laughing most of the time.
Jul 16, 2013 07:27:38 #
birdpix wrote:
A great way to practice your BIF skills. Dragonflies are notoriously difficult to capture. Well Done!
Thanks! I really enjoy shooting BIF's and this was a good way to warm up. It was early and my arms needed stretching...etc. I guess it is similar to a golfer taking practice swings.
Jul 17, 2013 09:51:40 #
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Jul 22, 2013 15:24:15 #
Good practice! You did a great job on these!
I actually practice on a ball rolling around the yard that I have my hubby throw!
I actually practice on a ball rolling around the yard that I have my hubby throw!
Aug 3, 2013 08:57:48 #
GOOD SHOT ON THE DRAGONFLIES, I have tried this with no success. Keep up the good work
Aug 4, 2013 07:08:31 #
Aug 4, 2013 07:47:41 #
Dback4430 wrote:
Very nice shots
Thanks very much! Sorry for the late reply....just saw this.
Aug 4, 2013 07:48:24 #
Shane T wrote:
Good practice! You did a great job on these!
I actually practice on a ball rolling around the yard that I have my hubby throw!
I actually practice on a ball rolling around the yard that I have my hubby throw!
Thanks Shane! That's a great idea with the ball.
Aug 4, 2013 07:50:32 #
ebeane wrote:
GOOD SHOT ON THE DRAGONFLIES, I have tried this with no success. Keep up the good work
Thanks ebeane! Of course luck was involved in the few I got in focus but it was fun to try.
Aug 4, 2013 07:51:14 #
Gary Truchelut wrote:
good job on all counts and good practice.
Thanks Gary! It's always good to hear from you.
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