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Speckled Wood

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Posted by Michael John O' Ma on September 9, 2012 at 6:37 PM
First few shots with a Sigma 180mm 3.5. Seems to be an excellent lens

MJ
Posted by Sandra Hendrikse on September 10, 2012 at 4:30 AM
Detail looks fine, but it is a bit big in the frame for my taste.
Posted by David Sewell on September 10, 2012 at 6:15 AM
I agree with Sandra about it being too large in the frame, but I guess you were more interested in testing the lens than anything else, and it looks fine on this evidence. I do suspect that there may be a little more detail hidden away here, especially in the top/right wing tip, which looks a little dark on my monitor. Easily sorted though.

David
Posted by John Robinson on September 10, 2012 at 6:59 AM
Agree withthe above comments Michael. A few techs might help with the assessment too. Cheers
JR
Posted by Paul Whippey on September 10, 2012 at 1:23 PM
Looks great to me, but I do like a BIF photo! I agree with David, there is probably some detail that could be extracted from the right wing. Possibly a pass of localised shadow/highlight on another layer, with final opacity to taste? A minor nit as this has some superb detail already. :toast: :toast: :toast:
Posted by Andy Shepherd on September 10, 2012 at 3:42 PM

Detail looks very good, but that is what I would expect from that lens, it's a quality piece of kit.

Andy... :smile:
Posted by Michael John O' Ma on September 11, 2012 at 7:06 PM
Folks thanks for the feedback. I agree the butterfly is too BIF. I have to say so far I think the lens is superb. John, some techs below.

Camera Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Exposure 0.002 sec (1/500)
Aperture f/5.6
Focal Length 180 mm
ISO Speed 500
Exposure Bias -2/3 EV
Flash No Flash
Posted by Matt Cole on September 12, 2012 at 10:01 AM
yes, lovely detail. It is a very sharp lens.

Matt :toast:
Posted by Robert Lawrence on September 12, 2012 at 1:40 PM
I'd echo the previous comments.