kevinwalsh Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 A while back Arhtur was kind enough to email an answer to me regarding my consternation in attracting Hummingbirds for photos. He had posted some beautiful shots with the 200-400VR. Using some of his advice and waiting patiently, I finally got a little activity. The photos are not the greatest. They were shot right after a torrential downpour (you can see the raindrops on the feeder stem), at about 7:30 pm, as the sun was getting low in the sky. There was enough sun through the clouds to get some photos, and birds of all types were back out feeding before dark. Hopefully, now that they know where the feeder is I will get some more opportunities in super light. I'm not much for flash photos in nature, but who knows... Thanks Arthur! Hummingbird Wings http://kevinwalsh.smugmug.com/photos/320648207_xoHxi-L.jpg Feeding http://kevinwalsh.smugmug.com/photos/320648967_Qnm28-L.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rene11664880918 Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 That's a very good start! With more practice you will get beautiful shots soon! I wonder if the hummingbirds would cross the Pacific ocean to come feed if I set those feeders at home!? Rene' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catherine_constantinou Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Hi Kevin, I've always loved Hummingbirds and hope to, one day, see them in their natural habitat (I'm in the UK). Thanks for the pics and keep going. Regards Catherine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinwalsh Posted June 27, 2008 Author Share Posted June 27, 2008 Thanks for the encouragement! These were shot using my D300 at ISO 800, 1/400 and matrix. Next time I'll try center weighted metering, since they are so small. With good light I should be able to up the SS and lower the ISO. Changing the angle of the feeder will bring out the ruby patch under the chin in morning light too. Maybe all I need is patience and a bit of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arthuryeo Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 I did not see this thread until today. Looks like they are cooperating with, Kev. With lower light, it's more challenging and artificial lighting with 2-3 flash units is needed. But, if the sun is kind enough to appear in full, it's easier. Sit down, relax, mount the equipment on a tripod/monopod and shoot away. You did good, Kev. Keep it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kevinwalsh Posted June 28, 2008 Author Share Posted June 28, 2008 Better effort this morning :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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