Bobcat.

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I stumbled on to this guy one day, I took a ton of pictures while he was on the ground - then he jumped about 6 feet into a nearby tree.

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What a shot. It doesn't get much better than that. Great job!

Man what a shot. Very exciting I'll bet.

that's a wall hanger! (the photo not the cat )

oh my. what an awesome capture! simply stunning!

Amazing capture!

Just looked at your website...what can I say?
Simply stunning.
To be that close to nature and able to enjoy it and photograph it so beautifully, you two really are "Living the Dream", IMO!
Keep at it, and hope to see more from you in POTN.
btw, there's no EXIF available, but can you say which lens/body combo you prefer?
Cheers,
Simon

EDIT: Just spotted in the "Grizzly" section a pic of your gear....600L plus 1D3 by any chance?

skygod44 wrote in post #9452066
Just looked at your website...what can I say?
Simply stunning.
To be that close to nature and able to enjoy it and photograph it so beautifully, you two really are "Living the Dream", IMO!
Keep at it, and hope to see more from you in POTN.
btw, there's no EXIF available, but can you say which lens/body combo you prefer?
Cheers,
Simon

EDIT: Just spotted in the "Grizzly" section a pic of your gear....600L plus 1D3 by any chance?

Canon 1D Mark IV / Canon 500mm f4

Bobcat was taken with a Mark III and the 500mm..

jaimej26 wrote in post #9452088
Canon 1D Mark IV / Canon 500mm f4

Bobcat was taken with a Mark III and the 500mm..

Hey Jamie, thanks for the reply. Although it's a while off as I type this, I'm beginning the research into the 500L v 600L for Japanese wildlife - maybe next year if things work out....
So, have you tried the 600? If so, is that extra 100mm worth the extra weight and cost? I've read that the 500L has modest pincushion distortion leading to better results on a 1-series body......any thoughts you can share on the subject?

Great picture keep up the good work. If your ever down in Yellowstone let me know I would be happy help anyway I can.

Great shot, Jaime. Did you get a model's release?

awesome photo!

skygod44 wrote in post #9452066
Just looked at your website...what can I say?
Simply stunning.

That pretty much sums up my thoughts. Your Bobcat is such a character! The Grizzly's gave me a shiver.
Really nice work.

skygod44 wrote in post #9452156
Hey Jamie, thanks for the reply. Although it's a while off as I type this, I'm beginning the research into the 500L v 600L for Japanese wildlife - maybe next year if things work out....
So, have you tried the 600? If so, is that extra 100mm worth the extra weight and cost? I've read that the 500L has modest pincushion distortion leading to better results on a 1-series body......any thoughts you can share on the subject?

I planned on purchasing the 600mmL instead of the 500mmL, but after trying both, I changed my mind. The 600 was heavier and bulkier - it was hard to hand hold. I can handhold the 500 with some success. Personally, I believe the 500 is the best choice for wildlife.

jaimej26 wrote in post #9454048
I planned on purchasing the 600mmL instead of the 500mmL, but after trying both, I changed my mind. The 600 was heavier and bulkier - it was hard to hand hold. I can handhold the 500 with some success. Personally, I believe the 500 is the best choice for wildlife.

i've been racking my brain over this. i think i am going to stick w/ the 600mm for now. i can hold it "ok". and i like that extra 100mm, but as much as i change my mind, im sure i'll have a different answer tomorrow.