Bringing out the little details

MVines · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

Okay, no picture, but just a question. It seems like everyone here is wonderful about capturing images that show all the little details. So what are you best tricks to capture our fine feathered friends

What general guidelines do you follow when shooting birds

Thanks Again!!! You all are always so helpful to someone just learning like I am!

Cicarius · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

I am fairly new as well. So far i have found that if i use about f 8 or higher and for white birds stop down a bit.

I am keen to see what others say.

Thanks
Marty

Maz · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

Thank you for your question Mvines. I just shoot a lot and hope for the best. (just kidding). Birds are usually pretty quick and opportunities do not last long. I usually place important on seeing all of the bird (framing)and focus.)

Thanks,
Maz
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Becky N · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

I'm also a newbie. I shoot in burst mode, try to find a location with natural habitat, and patience. Much of my time will be watching the birds as they feed, you'll start seeing some patterns which helps in anticipating their next move. The more I shoot the more I find myself catching movement or anticipating action when I'm in other locations and not necessarily looking for birds.

GyRob · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

i would have to say try and fill the frame as much as you can ( not easy with a small bird ) then focus on the eye ,im quite new to birds but im quite happy to stand around for hours to get the shot and it has paid off i have managed to get some really nice shots

one thing i would add is a long tele make's a world of diffrence giveing far better chances .
Rob

Scottes · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

I'm big on focusing on the eye, and catching the head in the light. Patience is a key virtue with birding, as well as moving slowly and in a non-threatening way. Wait for the shot - one good shot is worth more than 100 imperfect ones.

Some time ago a bunch of us put together some tips on shooting wildlife. The thread can be found here: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...ad.php?t=42510

Blue Deuce · 13th of April 2006 (Thu)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scottes

Some time ago a bunch of us put together some tips on shooting wildlife. The thread can be found here: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...ad.php?t=42510

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13th of April 2006 (Thu)	#1
MVines Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 111 IMAGE EDITING OK	Bringing out the little details Okay, no picture, but just a question. It seems like everyone here is wonderful about capturing images that show all the little details. So what are you best tricks to capture our fine feathered friends What general guidelines do you follow when shooting birds Thanks Again!!! You all are always so helpful to someone just learning like I am! __________________ Melissa Vines ~~ Canon 40D ~~ ~~ Canon 28-135 ~~ Canon 100-400L ~~ Sigma 10-20 ~~ Canon 70-200L f/2.8 ~~

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Cicarius Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 180 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Bringing out the little details I am fairly new as well. So far i have found that if i use about f 8 or higher and for white birds stop down a bit. I am keen to see what others say. Thanks Marty __________________ If you can't help then hinder, but don't sit idly by doing nothing. My Gear Gallery

13th of April 2006 (Thu)	#3
Maz Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 802	Re: Bringing out the little details Thank you for your question Mvines. I just shoot a lot and hope for the best. (just kidding). Birds are usually pretty quick and opportunities do not last long. I usually place important on seeing all of the bird (framing)and focus.) Thanks, Maz http://www.homesteadsforsale.com __________________ Kent County, New Brunswick, CANADA has to be one of the world's best kept secret. It is bordered by the sea to the east and is made up of small villages, farms, forest, brooks and rivers. I have lived here all my life and would recommend it to anyone.

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Becky N "full of baloney" Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: In the middle Posts: 22,975	Re: Bringing out the little details I'm also a newbie. I shoot in burst mode, try to find a location with natural habitat, and patience. Much of my time will be watching the birds as they feed, you'll start seeing some patterns which helps in anticipating their next move. The more I shoot the more I find myself catching movement or anticipating action when I'm in other locations and not necessarily looking for birds. __________________ Becky Women and Cats will do as they please. Men and dogs had better get used to it. ~ Robert Heinlein; Procrastinate now! Don't put it off.. ~Cat (CFPackerfan) TPBM Quarante-six for obsessive photo fun~Curt's & My Theatre Galleries~Smuggy Galleries~Gear

13th of April 2006 (Thu)	#5
GyRob Cream of the Crop Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: N.E.LINCOLNSHIRE UK. Posts: 9,690 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Bringing out the little details i would have to say try and fill the frame as much as you can ( not easy with a small bird ) then focus on the eye ,im quite new to birds but im quite happy to stand around for hours to get the shot and it has paid off i have managed to get some really nice shots one thing i would add is a long tele make's a world of diffrence giveing far better chances . Rob

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Scottes Trigger Man - POTN Retired Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: A Little North Of Boston, MA, USA Posts: 12,838	Re: Bringing out the little details I'm big on focusing on the eye, and catching the head in the light. Patience is a key virtue with birding, as well as moving slowly and in a non-threatening way. Wait for the shot - one good shot is worth more than 100 imperfect ones. Some time ago a bunch of us put together some tips on shooting wildlife. The thread can be found here: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...ad.php?t=42510 __________________ You can take my 100-400 L away when you pry it from my cold, dead fingers. Scottes' Rum Pages - Rum Reviews And Info Finally, I have a Gallery! Follower of Fidget - Joined the cult of HAMSTTR©

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