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Some Birds from today 5 photos

Discussion in 'Birds' started by senna, Mar 22, 2007.

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  1. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    I got out today mid morning for some shots. I must say the new D200 and 300f4 Rig realy works well together. These are all right out of the camera with some small levels adj. and croping.

    I think these first two are Night Hearings:confused: 

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    A couple Ducks

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    And finaly bonus shot Wild Pheasant

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    senna, Mar 22, 2007
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  2. hangin tree

    hangin tree

    8,564
    Sep 17, 2006
    Northern Alabama
    SHARP Troy, Very SHARP
     
    hangin tree, Mar 22, 2007
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  3. Flew

    Flew

    994
    Jan 25, 2005
    Alabama
    Very nice results Troy. The D200 and the 300 f4 are both very fine pieces of gear. They obviously work well together. :smile:
     
    Flew, Mar 22, 2007
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  4. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Gary thanks for looking. as I mentioned in the post these are right out of the camera no PP or shapening. So there is room for improvement.
     
    senna, Mar 22, 2007
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  5. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Frank Thank you I was happy with the results considering my limited experience.:rolleyes: 
     
    senna, Mar 22, 2007
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  6. woundedmallard

    woundedmallard

    2,747
    Jul 1, 2006
    Titusville, Florida
    Great shots. I'm almost there....a few weeks away from a D200!!

    I'm wondering if a little hit on the shadows/highlight adjustment might make that Canvasback "sing". Not really meaning to be a critique but just a thought.
     
    woundedmallard, Mar 23, 2007
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  7. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Thomas let say the step up to a D200 is alot of fun. for me the ease of function control i.e. the metering, AF and other controls right on the body make it so much easier for some one like myself that would tend to not use the menue to change these on the D70s. Also the MB200 is a nice feature.
    As for shadow/highlight adj I will look at it. PP is something I realy need to impove on.
     
    senna, Mar 23, 2007
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  8. Gale

    Gale

    978
    Jan 26, 2005
    Viera Fl
    Very nice images
    That is a great lens as is that camera

    First is a Black Crownd Night Heron
     
    Gale, Mar 23, 2007
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  9. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Thanks Gale.:wink:
     
    senna, Mar 23, 2007
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  10. keirin

    keirin

    1,132
    Dec 31, 2005
    Nice work for all, but what a stunning bird is that pheasant. Those things are in Florida?
     
    keirin, Mar 23, 2007
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  11. jimmyc1000

    jimmyc1000

    300
    Jun 14, 2006
    Very nice shots. I like the second one a lot.
     
    jimmyc1000, Mar 23, 2007
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  12. midi

    midi Guest

    I like the Black Crowned Night Heron very much.

    Question..
    Does anyone know if they live in the UK too?
     
    midi, Mar 23, 2007
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  13. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Thanks for looking. As for a Pheasant in florida, I'm not sure although quite possible. The Pheasant is not a native bird to North America if I'm not mistaken they were brought over by the Chinise in maybe the 1800s
     
    senna, Mar 23, 2007
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  14. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Thanks Jimmy

    midi thanks for looking. I do not know about Hearings in the UK
     
    senna, Mar 23, 2007
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  15. alanhill

    alanhill

    1,259
    Jan 24, 2006
    Greater Manchester, England
    They are found around the Mediterranean, but they are not native to the UK. I have read of free-flying colonies at Edinburgh Zoo and Great Witchingham, Norfolk.

    Alan
     
    alanhill, Mar 23, 2007
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  16. Timeout

    Timeout

    1,022
    May 23, 2006
    SoCal
    Troy, I agree your rig is working great for you and you are getting some great shots. Also, you seem much more motivated in getting out there often, which is really what it's all about - having fun and practicing!

    Your exif data shows you have your in-camera saturation on high. The one little thing you might want to experiment with is trying it more neutral ... that way you can have more control over it in PP. While I think most of your shots are eye-popping colorful in a good way, there might be times, like on image #3, where having it toned down a little might garner better detail/and or look more realistic. Anyway, there are many ways to approach a technique, just thought it might be something to consider. :smile:

    Wow, what a nice catch on that Pheasant! Very nice angle too (low). Keep up the good work.
     
    Timeout, Mar 24, 2007
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  17. GonzoBernelli

    GonzoBernelli

    5,108
    Nov 11, 2005
    Houston, TX
    Wonderful shots! I really need to add a BCNH to my portfolio...
     
    GonzoBernelli, Mar 24, 2007
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  18. cajun angel

    cajun angel

    19,898
    Feb 6, 2006
    TX originally from Louisiana
    WOW! Absolutely beautiful! Wonderful combination on camera and lens too!
     
    cajun angel, Mar 24, 2007
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  19. senna

    senna

    3,003
    Jan 6, 2007
    San Jose Ca.
    Miko thanks for the input. Yes I am realy enjoying the new camera witch is motovating me to get out and shoot more.
    As for the PP That is definetly my week point. I actualy start a six week photo class on tuesday. Hope to gain some great experienc.

    Gonzo thanks for looking the GBNH was a pleasant surprise.

    Thanks Diane it has been a lot of fun.
     
    senna, Mar 25, 2007
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  20. TOLady

    TOLady

    14,461
    Mar 31, 2005
    Toronto Canada
    Troy, great shots of the Black Crowned Night Heron. He's a young one. When fully adult in breeding, their legs get VERY bright yellow/orange.
    Great series!
     
    TOLady, Mar 25, 2007
    #20
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