Author Topic: MiniD (Read 716 times)

Ripsnort · « **Reply #15 on:** September 21, 2004, 01:44:09 PM »

Oooooohhhhh, birdie pictures! Actually I love them and I've taken a ton over the years. Mostly ducks, geese, pheasant, quail.... after they're hearts have stopped.

slimm50 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 21, 2004, 02:30:31 PM »

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I take the compliments on them in stride. They could be much better.

MiniD, to me, just that you have the patience to persevere and grab some of these shots is impressive. So, when I compliment you on the photos, I'm not just talkin about the quality. There's composition, lighting, environment...all that to consider. "Point and click"...yeah right:aok

Mini D · « **Reply #17 on:** September 21, 2004, 03:22:17 PM »

Hehehe... no offense meant there slim. They love them here at work too. 2 have been published and a few more have been made into prints that are displayed around the campus.

I enjoy the aspect of capturing the birds on film (or chip). It's difficult to do due to their size and flightiness. There's no reason for a bird to be 50 feet away when it can bee 300 feet away instead. So, I apreciate the compliments in that regard. But the photo quality is lacking and I'm really working on that.

And rip... you should check the site out. It has a picture of a Bald Eagle that flew about 35 feet away from me. I didn't even crap my pants when it happened.

Ripsnort · « **Reply #18 on:** September 21, 2004, 03:23:22 PM »

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And rip... you should check the site out. It has a picture of a Bald Eagle that flew about 35 feet away from me. I didn't even crap my pants when it happened.

Try feeding your dog at 5am and not expect that sucker to come swooping down near you.

Knowing its there, and NOT knowing its there is like your personality compared to someone well liked.

Torque · « **Reply #19 on:** September 21, 2004, 03:27:48 PM »

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This I know grun. I take the compliments on them in stride. They could be much better. The sad thing is that even with $2000 worth of glass, they'll never be as nice as the digiscoping stuff that's showing up these days. Oh well, at least I'll be able to point and click.

Even tho it has its quirks the 100-400 IS is probably the best all round lense on the market for the sub pro user.

I prefer action or inflight shots opposed to static ones. Without the IS most of these shots would of been impossible as they are all hand held and at 300-400mm. I did the tripod and folding chair routine during the spring and it got quite tiresome after a few weeks. Don't you ever get the urge to shoot something else Mini ?

Seldom do i shoot wildlife anymore, too unpredictable and often too time consuming. Humans are much more predictable and easier to shoot, just ask Laz. I'm an average skilled photographer but with Canon's IS and Photoshop even i can capture some nice ones, just by pointing a clicking.

Whatever you do Mini spend the doe to get Canon L glass with IS and don't ferget the extended warranty. You'd be better off grabbing a better lense first cuz the D300 is just a 10D with crippled firmware.

Happy Hunting.

GRUNHERZ · « **Reply #20 on:** September 21, 2004, 03:31:36 PM »

I'm uber jelous how well Canon does sky..

Mini D · « **Reply #21 on:** September 21, 2004, 04:47:35 PM »

Yeah, I know Torque. When I bought the camera, I figured there was enough to learn that a quality lens wouldn't necessarily be the smartest thing at the time. In hindsight, I'm glad I took that aproach. I definately handle both the camera and lenses diferently then I did when I got them. I also opted not to get the extended warranty on the lens which I realise was a big mistake... but one better made on a $200 lens vs a $1500 lens.

I'll probably be getting the 20D and L IS 100-400 lens at the same time. And... my 300D does not have crippled firmware... maybe a bit of a limp, but definately not crippled.

Rip, you tell yourself whatever you need to in order to feel safe leaving your house. Those big scary birds are out there just watching and waiting... waiting and watching.

B17Skull12 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 21, 2004, 05:33:07 PM »

ahem back on the topic that was really meant.

[SIZE=10]THIS THREAD IS GAY[/SIZE]
please continue browsing ther BBS

Thanks.

slimm50 · « **Reply #23 on:** September 21, 2004, 06:27:50 PM »

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ahem back on the topic that was really meant.

[SIZE=10]THIS THREAD IS GAY[/SIZE]
please continue browsing ther BBS

Thanks.

ahemm....as the originator of this thread...I DISAGREE!

please feel free to continue your discussion of photography and birding:D

capt. apathy · « **Reply #24 on:** September 21, 2004, 08:00:34 PM »

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Ummm... I don't think I've gotten passionate about it. It's a fun hobby. I have noticed people are definately passionate in the anti side of the house though. I swear there's alot of people that question their sexuality on a daily basis around here. .

I don't think there are many people who are truly 'anti', so much as it just being a nice obvious target to take a shot at you now and then.

midnight Target · « **Reply #25 on:** September 21, 2004, 08:04:21 PM »

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I don't think there are many people who are truly 'anti', so much as it just being a nice obvious target to take a shot at you now and then.

Now if they ever found out that you take most of your bird pics on the way to ballet class... well.

Nash · « **Reply #26 on:** September 21, 2004, 08:06:03 PM »

Yeah I think the capt makes a good point. I personally think it's kinda great that you get out there and take pics of birds.

But yeah... it makes for a helluvah luscious target. Just one of those things. I think I've taken a coupla swats at it myself.

I doubt I'll stop, but... uhm, yeah.

capt. apathy · « **Reply #27 on:** September 21, 2004, 08:10:02 PM »

it's not like you're building a robot or anything

Torque · « **Reply #28 on:** September 21, 2004, 08:31:19 PM »

Not much of a difference between shooting a birdie with a camera over gun you studmuffins. Actually using a camera takes a tad more skill and hunting capability, cuz you have to get closer and have no obstructions and all the time working the sun.

The only difference i see is if one accidentally shoots a friend, you don't have to dig a hole before going home.

Drunky · « **Reply #29 on:** September 21, 2004, 09:02:14 PM »

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and giving the 300D to the wife.

That is the absolutely worst breast implant idea I've ever seen.