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Waterfowl
We took the kids out for the day today and I managed to sneak my camera along for a walk around one of the local lochs. The light was a bit brutal but for a first attempt I got a few that I was happy with.
Mute Swan
Mallard Duck
Greylag Goose
Wait for me.....
Hiding his pal
Fly-by - Unfortunately the sun was low behind the swan so I ended up shooting his shady side.
When Swans go bad....
Mute Swan
Mallard Duck
Greylag Goose
Wait for me.....
Hiding his pal
Fly-by - Unfortunately the sun was low behind the swan so I ended up shooting his shady side.
When Swans go bad....
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Very nice Phil, bet you are pleased with that new lens. #3 looks very sharp indeed.
Did I read correctly on another post you made that you bought a 1d MKII? if so, how are you finding it compared with your 40d?
Did I read correctly on another post you made that you bought a 1d MKII? if so, how are you finding it compared with your 40d?
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Thanks Grant - I'll just need to keep practising and if I go back to Lochore Meadows (where these were taken) I'll have to think about the time of day as when the birds are in the water the sun is right in your face.
I'm enjoying the lens and I actually like the push pull zoom. I've not really experimented with the different IS modes and I also keep forgetting the focus switch for 1.8m -infinity or 6.5m-infinity.
The other camera (It's a MKIII) isn't mine. Somebody I know had two (one being a spare) and he now has a MKIV so one of his MKIII could be available. I've only had a play with it but with his card in so I've not got the shots. I'm hoping to have decent amount of time with it soon so will let you know.
I'm enjoying the lens and I actually like the push pull zoom. I've not really experimented with the different IS modes and I also keep forgetting the focus switch for 1.8m -infinity or 6.5m-infinity.
The other camera (It's a MKIII) isn't mine. Somebody I know had two (one being a spare) and he now has a MKIV so one of his MKIII could be available. I've only had a play with it but with his card in so I've not got the shots. I'm hoping to have decent amount of time with it soon so will let you know.
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A 1D? Wow!
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Nice shots Phil - love the Greylag Goose!
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Id be very pleased with those phil, nice stuff.
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I was so sure I'd replied! :/ Must be losing it!
Lovely shots Phil!
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Lovely shots Phil!
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These are all great Phil.
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Great shots, Phil - really like the light on the open wing.
Glad you are enjoying the new lens!
Glad you are enjoying the new lens!
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