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Jan 12, 2018 12:17:30   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
any comments welcomed..thx,jim







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Jan 12, 2018 12:31:45   #
jpwa Loc: Inland NorthWest
 
What equipment are you using? Lens? Tripod?

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Jan 12, 2018 12:35:19   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
nikon 7200 with a 70-200 2.8. hand held.

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Jan 12, 2018 12:47:11   #
jpwa Loc: Inland NorthWest
 
1st thing you have to do is when you upload your pics you need to check the box next to "add attachment" so that we can see your pic at 100%. Pic 1 and 2 look to be in focus and pic 3 looks like the shutter speed could have been faster to freeze the bird. As far as improvement...my suggestions are to get closer to the bird so it fills more of the frame. Try to get a catch light in the eye. Good pics....just get a bit closer.

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Jan 12, 2018 12:56:46   #
chaman
 
jpwa wrote:
1st thing you have to do is when you upload your pics you need to check the box next to "add attachment" so that we can see your pic at 100%. Pic 1 and 2 look to be in focus and pic 3 looks like the shutter speed could have been faster to freeze the bird. As far as improvement...my suggestions are to get closer to the bird so it fills more of the frame. Try to get a catch light in the eye. Good pics....just get a bit closer.


Getting a bit closer wont help I think. They are up in the sky! That advice dont apply too much here. What its needed is a longer focal range, around 400mm would be ideal to start.

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Jan 12, 2018 13:11:21   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
I agree. third pic is out of focus .when I took all the pics, about 50 or so, I was fiddling between program, aperture and tried a few on manual..which is beyond my level..want to find a good spot to stalk birds as they fly to the pond..also set up few feeders..all good plans, will see how it pans out.

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Jan 12, 2018 13:12:35   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
jpwa wrote:
1st thing you have to do is when you upload your pics you need to check the box next to "add attachment" so that we can see your pic at 100%. Pic 1 and 2 look to be in focus and pic 3 looks like the shutter speed could have been faster to freeze the bird. As far as improvement...my suggestions are to get closer to the bird so it fills more of the frame. Try to get a catch light in the eye. Good pics....just get a bit closer.


what set up do you use for BIF

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Jan 12, 2018 14:47:15   #
CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City
 
As mentioned earlier, detailed discussion and comment requires that you attach an image so the results can be downloaded and viewed at 100% locally. From the thumbnails, note the lighting on the first image vs the other 2, here the bird is both flying toward you and somewhat into the sun. Try for shooting situations where the sun is directly (or nearly directly) behind your back to get the best exposure of the bird. That will avoid images like the 2nd where the shadow of the wing falls on the bird's face / eye.

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Jan 12, 2018 15:24:13   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
thx for the reply. lots of multitasking trying to capture these BIF. little more planning ahead will help..tyx,jim

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Jan 13, 2018 14:44:22   #
pmorin Loc: Huntington Beach, Palm Springs
 
jimcrna wrote:
I agree. third pic is out of focus .when I took all the pics, about 50 or so, I was fiddling between program, aperture and tried a few on manual..which is beyond my level..want to find a good spot to stalk birds as they fly to the pond..also set up few feeders..all good plans, will see how it pans out.


If you really want good photos, you really need to learn how to use the different function settings on the camera. I used an 18-200 lens to capture a really nice BIF of a Peregrine Falcon. Being able to change up settings quickly without fumbling was why. The manual and C settings on my Canon 7DII help me capture those rare moments that come along.
So I would suggest getting the camera manual out, really get to know your cameras setup modes and even take some classes to learn more about light, exposure, composition. Lucky for me, Canon has a learning center with free lectures and classes. I am taking those as much as possible to help me improve the quality of my captures.

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Jan 13, 2018 18:13:27   #
jimcrna Loc: indiana/florida
 
thx. have been doing fair amount of reading, now need to get out and practice..

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