First attempts at Hummers
Apr 2, 2016 23:21:19 #
These are my first attempts at Hummers, which proved to be very tricky to shoot. Actually, this is only the second time out with the new long lens. I shot mostly with the 810 and a few with the 7100. I think I need to get familiar with one system at a time. I wasn't as happy with the 7100 images and likely just need more time with it.
I do feel that I learned quite a bit today. Any and all critique encouraged.
I do feel that I learned quite a bit today. Any and all critique encouraged.
Apr 2, 2016 23:50:23 #
Outstanding. Please provide the dirty details. Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO, lense. Date, time and location of your classes. I could use some tutoring. Thanks
Apr 2, 2016 23:57:04 #
Apr 3, 2016 00:45:31 #
Macronaunt, If you want to see what the 7100 is capable of take a look at Swamp Gator's photos at: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/user_topics_listing.jsp?usernum=6711&page=1 . He has remarkably good, consistent results with that camera. ....... Coot
Apr 3, 2016 00:50:15 #
LEGALDR wrote:
Thanks! It took some time to get dialed in on the settings. I suspect things will get better as I get more time with the set up. EXIF data of each image should be intact. Just know that I tend to ETTR in raw. I'm still a total noob but, don't mind having someone to learn with ;)Outstanding. Please provide the dirty details. Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO, lense. Date, time and location of your classes. I could use some tutoring. Thanks
Apr 3, 2016 01:13:42 #
IQ of image #1 is excellent. IMO, a shorter shutter duration would lessen wing movement. Compensate with a bump in ISO.
Exif info:
Camera Model: NIKON D810
Lens: 150.0-600.0 mm f/5.0-6.3
Image Date: 2016-04-02
Focal Length: 600mm
Aperture: /8.0
Exposure Time: 0.0013 s (1/800-sec)
ISO equiv: 1600
Exposure Bias: none
Metering Mode: Matrix
Exposure: Manual
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: No
Exif info:
Camera Model: NIKON D810
Lens: 150.0-600.0 mm f/5.0-6.3
Image Date: 2016-04-02
Focal Length: 600mm
Aperture: /8.0
Exposure Time: 0.0013 s (1/800-sec)
ISO equiv: 1600
Exposure Bias: none
Metering Mode: Matrix
Exposure: Manual
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: No
Apr 3, 2016 01:21:39 #
Apr 3, 2016 07:40:01 #
Apr 3, 2016 07:43:13 #
I would say you are off to an excellent start with your hummers. The first shot is particularly good.
Apr 3, 2016 08:21:34 #
Apr 3, 2016 10:27:42 #
Your going to have a difficult time selling these shots as "1st attempts"!!
Apr 3, 2016 10:44:10 #
trigger finger
Loc: Beautiful Polk Co. Fl.
Macronaut Great set and #1 is my favorite but I too have a d7100 so I liked that one too. I agree with nikonian on the wing but the body and flower are spot on. I want to see more.
Apr 3, 2016 12:16:51 #
Excellent shots. I love the first one but all are good. Great capture with the last one showing the bee over the hummer's head. Very well done.
Dennis
Dennis
Apr 3, 2016 12:54:35 #
TomV
Loc: Annapolis, Maryland
Flash will allow for a faster shutter speed, reducing motion blur, while maintaining a reasonable ISO. It will also remove some of the shadows that are hiding some of the details.
Apr 3, 2016 13:05:49 #
Lazy Old Coot wrote:
I am aware of what the 7100 can do. So far it seems that proper technique is more critical when using the 7100 rather than the 810. I still need more time with both ;)Macronaunt, If you want to see what the 7100 is capable of take a look at Swamp Gator's photos at: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/user_topics_listing.jsp?usernum=6711&page=1 . He has remarkably good, consistent results with that camera. ....... Coot
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