Nalu wrote:
Having the opportunity to photograph Atlantic Puffins had always been on my bucket list and I finally got the opportunity to spend some time with then a few weeks back. These images were all taken in the Mingan Archipelago National Park in Quebec. All stationary birds were taken with a Canon 5DIV with 600mm + 1.4x converter while the flight shots were taken with a Canon 1Dx and 400mm DOII + 1.4x converter. Regarding flight shots, these birds are pretty quick and I would have to admit my deeper rate was only about 5% with my Canon setup. Many of the folks on this trip were shooting with Sony A9 with Sony's 100/400 plus converters. I was really impressed with the keep rate these folks were getting with the Sony gear vs. my Canon gear. I'll admit, a lot of my failure may have to due with operator error, but considering the relatively light weight of the Sony compared to the Canon, and the fact that I believe the AF system, especially with a full screen area of AF points, and 20 frames per second, the Sony might have a significant edge for flight photography on Canon or Nikon option. Am I developing a little gas. Perhaps I should go take a TUMS.
Anyway, hope you enjoy and as always I am always open to constructive criticism.
Having the opportunity to photograph Atlantic Puff... (
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Are constructive compliments accepted as well? WoW! Color, clarity and a boat load of things I have yet to learn from.