For the rattles, thank God!

I'm sure with better equipment that this picture could be great. I

was just curious what characteristics might get it there. I presume

the shadows are taking away from the quality to some degree. And

maybe the position could be different. If you have an eye for what

is needed to improve the shot, I would enjoy knowing what to do

differently if the occasion presents itself again. Thanks

When you shoot in blotchy shade like this, if you can dial down the camera exposure and make the flash fire manually you can overcome the contrasty lighting. I'm not sure the Stylus Zoom allows such control.