A few heron & egret BIFs

Giphsub

A bit soft, even wit sharpening, but still learning to use the Bigma, and had to jump out the car to catch these fellas so no tripod or monopod.

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jwear

2 and 3, hand holding is not easy and even harder for the BM [so I hear] at SS I handheld the 500 a lot and did not like it --almost like work

Harryb

Looking better Mike. You're getting there with that lens.

Giphsub

Thanks Jeff and Harry. These shots actually aren't really very sharp when shown much larger than that. The Bigma can be frustrating when you have a great photo op, but no time to get out the tripod. Anyway, it's all part of the fun!

Harryb

Giphsub wrote:

Thanks Jeff and Harry. These shots actually aren't really very sharp when shown much larger than that. The Bigma can be frustrating when you have a great photo op, but no time to get out the tripod. Anyway, it's all part of the fun!

I have had the same problem with the 500mm F/4. That's one of the reasons I shoot with two bodies. I usually have one body on the 500 for shots where I can set up the tripod and a handholdable lens like the 300 f/4 or the 80-400 on the second body.

Giphsub

Good idea, but the missus would bite my head off if I suggested forking out more money on another long lens!

BigAl

Nice shots Mike! Handholding the Bigma is not easy, so well done!

Giphsub

Thanks BigAl! More light and higher shutter speeds would have helped, but it was kinda mid - late afternoon. Beggars can't be choosers!

Maestro

As with Harry, I have the same problem with spontaneous photo ops. I'd love to pull out my 500mm but I can't because I need the tripod. You did a good job and I really like the light.

Giphsub

Thanks Stephen. Even though I know better, I can't help myself, and just shoot anyway!

dbaker1221

good job Mike ..

Giphsub

Thanks Dave.

summerz

Very nice, love the light too.

Giphsub

Thanks Summerz.