I went to a Safari shoot on Sunday and I enjoyed it so much I went again the following day.
C & C would be really appreciated.
Cheers
Bob
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Probably just me but the eye's look soft. Like how they're put in the photo though. If I had to pick one it would be hard to do. I really have rattey photo's down to a science so I like to dwell on composition. So, soft eye's or not, I'd be happy with those.
What did you shoot them with?
I might add that the last one is to tight for me. Look's like the lion is staring at a wall. Maybe crop with some extra room in front.
Probably just me but the eye's look soft. Like how they're put in the photo though. If I had to pick one it would be hard to do. I really have rattey photo's down to a science so I like to dwell on composition. So, soft eye's or not, I'd be happy with those.
What did you shoot them with?
I might add that the last one is to tight for me. Look's like the lion is staring at a wall. Maybe crop with some extra room in front.
Hi Don
I used a 5DMk111 and a 100-400L. The last image she was staring at a Wood Pigeon and she was soon joined by another two lions. When they made the pounce I managed a shot but unfortunately I didn't have a fast enough shutter speed as it turned out slightly blurred.
Bob
Hi Bob
Glad to hear that you are out-and-about, having fun with your gear - that's what it's all about my friend!
Nice pictures may be the goal, but we have to remember to have fun along the way - otherwise, we'd be "Professionals"
About your shots: I agree that - considering your kit - they are rather soft.
I see that a couple of the shots are through a fence - that is always a tough one - especially correct autofocus.
Looking at EXIF I see a couple of really high ISOs 2000-8000 - If correct, I'm not sure why as it looks like you are outdoors in the daytime - sharpness will suffer at very high ISO.
In #4, autofocus seems to have locked on the grass rather than the Lion's face. Are you using a single AF point (or the small center group on the MKIII)?
It really is - IMO - the best way the get the eyes/face sharp.
I have that same lens/body combination and I know that - even with IS - I have to concentrate a little more and make sure my technique is working to reduce/eliminate camera shake.
One guideline recommends a shutter speed (at least) equivalent to focal length to help reduce motion blur.
Hi Bob
Glad to hear that you are out-and-about, having fun with your gear - that's what it's all about my friend!
Nice pictures may be the goal, but we have to remember to have fun along the way - otherwise, we'd be "Professionals"
About your shots: I agree that - considering your kit - they are rather soft.
I see that a couple of the shots are through a fence - that is always a tough one - especially correct autofocus.
Looking at EXIF I see a couple of really high ISOs 2000-8000 - If correct, I'm not sure why as it looks like you are outdoors in the daytime - sharpness will suffer at very high ISO.
In #4, autofocus seems to have locked on the grass rather than the Lion's face. Are you using a single AF point (or the small center group on the MKIII)?
It really is - IMO - the best way the get the eyes/face sharp.
I have that same lens/body combination and I know that - even with IS - I have to concentrate a little more and make sure my technique is working to reduce/eliminate camera shake.
One guideline recommends a shutter speed (at least) equivalent to focal length to help reduce motion blur.
HTH - Cheers and (continued) happy shooting!
Pleased to hear from you Eric and thanks for taking the time and replying. I am pleased to be up and about and making the most of things. The first two shots were taken through the fence. I was not allowed to get out of the car and could not get near enough the fence. I also had my auto ISO switched on.
The auto focus was on the centre point and I should have had it on the small cluster of centre points.
Having just checked I see my shutter speed was far too low. I am so pleased these points have been highlighted as I will be aware the next time.
Once again most appreciated Eric.
Bob
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What did you shoot them with?
I might add that the last one is to tight for me. Look's like the lion is staring at a wall. Maybe crop with some extra room in front.
I used a 5DMk111 and a 100-400L. The last image she was staring at a Wood Pigeon and she was soon joined by another two lions. When they made the pounce I managed a shot but unfortunately I didn't have a fast enough shutter speed as it turned out slightly blurred.
Bob
Glad to hear that you are out-and-about, having fun with your gear - that's what it's all about my friend!
Nice pictures may be the goal, but we have to remember to have fun along the way - otherwise, we'd be "Professionals"
About your shots: I agree that - considering your kit - they are rather soft.
I see that a couple of the shots are through a fence - that is always a tough one - especially correct autofocus.
Looking at EXIF I see a couple of really high ISOs 2000-8000 - If correct, I'm not sure why as it looks like you are outdoors in the daytime - sharpness will suffer at very high ISO.
In #4, autofocus seems to have locked on the grass rather than the Lion's face. Are you using a single AF point (or the small center group on the MKIII)?
It really is - IMO - the best way the get the eyes/face sharp.
I have that same lens/body combination and I know that - even with IS - I have to concentrate a little more and make sure my technique is working to reduce/eliminate camera shake.
One guideline recommends a shutter speed (at least) equivalent to focal length to help reduce motion blur.
HTH - Cheers and (continued) happy shooting!
The auto focus was on the centre point and I should have had it on the small cluster of centre points.
Having just checked I see my shutter speed was far too low. I am so pleased these points have been highlighted as I will be aware the next time.
Once again most appreciated Eric.
Bob