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Nov 18, 2013 14:40:55 #
Just thought I would post for some feedback. I usually just look at other's posting:)
Egret at sunset
Nov 18, 2013 16:30:09 #
Good for you for dipping your toe in the water! This is a very lovely image, soft colors and a pleasing pose.
Nov 18, 2013 22:13:54 #
Nov 19, 2013 02:05:07 #
Nov 19, 2013 06:48:30 #
Nov 19, 2013 09:37:58 #
gpro111 wrote:
Just thought I would post for some feedback. I usually just look at other's posting:)
Ok, I would love to know how you guys get these... I tried yesterday, and was rubbish! I have an SX50, but with the full extension of the magnificent zoom, I couldn't keep the birds in the frame long enough to shoot them! The closer they were - so filling the frame better - the harder they were to follow...
I know I need to use manual focus, which I didn't do yesterday, but there has to be more to it than that. I will post a couple here - the rest are too embarrasing! I would appreciate it if anyone can identify the bird from these awful shots.
I tried setting the camera to take a string of shots, but it was too slow - plus the viewfinder doesn't show what you are looking at after the first shot, so it is impossible to follow the flight path.
I know the camera is capable of much better than this, because I have seen quite a few sx50 posts on here, but I am not doing something right.
Be gentle... :?
Curse these phone cables!
Nov 19, 2013 11:03:04 #
Thank you, I thought it came out nice although I had to crop a little bit.
Linda From Maine wrote:
Good for you for dipping your toe in the water! This is a very lovely image, soft colors and a pleasing pose.
Nov 19, 2013 11:03:56 #
Thank you, our sunsets can be quite nice with good colors!
kimssight wrote:
Nice shot. I love the background you captured. It gives the image peaceful quality.
Nov 19, 2013 11:05:15 #
You may want to post this in your own thread so that you can receive some critique and advice on your pics.
Bloke wrote:
Ok, I would love to know how you guys get these...... (show quote)
Nov 19, 2013 11:45:20 #
gpro111 wrote:
You may want to post this in your own thread so that you can receive some critique and advice on your pics.
My apologies to Linda; I did not intend to hijack your thread in any way. I just thought I was contributing to the 'conversation'. Sorry... :cry:
Nov 19, 2013 11:54:28 #
No worries! There are a lot of helpful people here and I would hate for you to miss out on their assistance. Have a great day!
Nov 19, 2013 13:37:30 #
gpro111 wrote:
No worries! There are a lot of helpful people here and I would hate for you to miss out on their assistance. Have a great day!
Wow, I even managed to get the name wrong in the apology... Sorry again!
Nov 19, 2013 13:54:01 #
gpro111 wrote:
Just thought I would post for some feedback. I usually just look at other's posting:)
Welcome to the BIF/BOW section! I really like the ethereal feel to that shot. Nicely Done!
Nov 19, 2013 13:58:09 #
Bloke wrote:
Ok, I would love to know how you guys get these...... (show quote)
Yes, it is inappropriate to hijack onother thread, but we'll forgive you as it is your first post here.
The first and third shots appear to be Red-tailed Hawk, one of the most common of our hawks, nationwide.
I don't own an SX50 but doesn't it have what they call "Zoom Framing Assist"? That allows you to zoom out to locate the subject and then automatically zoom in and track your subject as it moves around.
Hopefully, someone with experience with that particular camera will offer some advice.
Nov 19, 2013 14:05:47 #
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