Falconry tips

[dewmuw]

I'm spending a day falconry(ing ?) on Friday. Wondered if anyone has done this and if they have any tips for best results.

I have a G3 and the telephoto adapter. I am wondering, as the birds will be sitting on my hand, whether I should use the telephoto? My initial thought is not to - but would appreciate some suggestions.

[Jon]

If the birds are sitting on your hand, you're going to be hard-pressed to use the camera, with or without the tele adapter. When they're in flight, you're going to need it though.

[tommykjensen]

Hmm, don't know the G3 or how much zoom You would get with the telephoto lens but how long are Your arms? :wink:

If You are going to hold the Falcon You probably won't need zoom. But then again I have shot a Harris Hawk from 1,2meter with a 70-200 mm zoom to get the background nicely blurred but with one hand that would probably be difficult to do.

Maybe You should have a helper take the photos for You?

[Ikinaa]

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Maybe You should have a helper take the photos for You?

That would perhaps be better for the G3 once the falcon starts hacking at the cam... :twisted:

[dewmuw]

Thanks for the tips.

I can shoot the G3 very easily with one hand - takes a bit of practice is all!

I'll experiment and let you see the results!

[JZaun]

My tip,,,, Wear a thick glove and glasses :D

JZ