Topi on the run

Gallery: WildlifePosted September 15, 201387 views5 comments

Taken 09/21/12 at Singita Grumeti Reserve in northern Tanzania during a trip of a lifetime with my wife and 6 great friends.
Canon 7D
EF500mm f/4L IS USM
F5.6 1/2500s
ISO 400
During an afternoon game drive, we came across a group of Topi quietly grazing. Something spooked them and they were instantly on the run. We never did see what startled them. I got this nice looking Topi in mid stride. Thanks for looking.

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5 comments

Comment posted by Ajit Huilgol on September 15, 2013 at 10:50 PM

Great sharp image, Mark. I like the way all four legs are off the ground, and the separation between all the legs. The lighting is superb, too.

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Comment posted by Gary Gulash on September 16, 2013 at 12:05 AM

Can only reiterate all the positives Ajit has covered. Wonderful colors though I suspect this would look equally impressive in black and white with such a strong pose and sharp details!!!

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Comment posted by Lon Sharp on September 16, 2013 at 9:16 AM

You nailed the timing, exposure and sharpness. Well done.

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Comment posted by Joe James on September 16, 2013 at 9:18 PM

Realyl nicely done Mark! Great action shot and well handled composition.

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Comment posted by Jerry Austin on September 17, 2013 at 8:08 AM

I love how you froze the action. Great shot.

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