Kingfisher at burrow

Gallery: AvianPosted April 3, 2010192 views12 comments

1D Mark IV, 400mm, ISO 800, 1/1600th, f/7.1 Natural light

I tried and tried to get something useable. It was almost impossible to get any eye at all and my only choice was to pre focus and try to time it. In other words I was hoping for some luck. I did have more light which helped. I kept playing with f stop for more DOF vs shutter speed to stop the action. Not sure I ever did get it right.

It was fun watching them all morning though. They are still digging!

Comments appreciated as always.

Peter

Comments

12 comments

Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on April 3, 2010 at 9:10 PM

Way cool! I actually like seeing the back/open wing view on this. Find a way to light up that hole and this will really shine. Sharon

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Comment posted by Kurt Bowman on April 3, 2010 at 9:20 PM

Peter, this is always my viewpoint while trying to get a shot of these guys, so I can relate. Love the wingspread tough!

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Comment posted by Michael Lotito on April 3, 2010 at 9:34 PM

That is so cool you found the burrow. One strange and beautiful bird indeed.

All that said great shot!

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Comment posted by Charles Gangas on April 3, 2010 at 10:58 PM

Very cool perspective Peter, as if one were flying right in trail. Nicely done!

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on April 3, 2010 at 11:44 PM

Cool image, Peter. The action compensates a lot for the lack of eye contact.

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Comment posted by Raymond Klassen on April 4, 2010 at 12:36 AM

Other than the dark burrow, this is really neat. Great view from the back.

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Comment posted by Ron Bielefeld on April 4, 2010 at 7:36 AM

Peter, and interesting and unique shot that is for sure. My only wish for this shot is that the burrow entrance stood out a bit better. You might bring the brightness of the bird down a bit as it looks a little bright and contrasty to me. Just some suggestions.

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Comment posted by Nate Chappell on April 4, 2010 at 12:36 PM

Very interesting perspective here Peter

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Comment posted by Jerry Marella on April 4, 2010 at 5:01 PM

Very cool, Pete. Can't wait to see your next attempt.

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Comment posted by Charlie VanTassel on April 4, 2010 at 8:29 PM

A neat thing to find, Peter. We found a burrow here in San Diego once too. I won't be showing you my photo though.

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Comment posted by Mia McPherson on April 5, 2010 at 9:07 AM

Peter,

A very interesting image, you inspire me to try harder with this species.

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Comment posted by Cheryl Molennor on April 5, 2010 at 9:21 AM

Great wing spread on this guy. A sweet head turn would have made it amazing. Still a very tough capture you acomplished

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