This is so true, when I started photography I joined a camera club. There were some amazing photos by other photographers including Kingfishers diving and one which I remember most was 2 field mice on stems of corn. I spoke to the photographers about them and said how impressed I was that they were "lucky" enough to take these. It wasn't until a few years later that I discovered the Kingfishers were baited into a diving bucket and the mice were taken in a studio!!
Thanks for sharing your experience. That's so sad. I felt like I was cheated, and my dreams as a beginning photographer crushed because those weren't real at all. Plus it has a lot of negative impact to the birds.
I live on a private island in WA State with Osprey, Bald Eagles, Herons, and all kinds of other birds that frequent our island year round. I had to get a big zoom lens to allow them proper space while I take pics. We do have to put out bird seed here as its a low population of around 80 folks, mostly vacation homes here and no businesses or stores. A wonderland for birds with a huge population, some rare ones come here as well. Annas Hummingbird struggles but stays here all winter...making it necessary to put out nectar. The Audubon Society comes out each year for a bird count, highest in our state for the islands size. I have seen people getting too close to wildlife including baby seals, against the law but they ignored this! Two babies died at the dock likely from abandonment.....they are like other species that do not welcome close contact. Staging pics? I enjoy the shots that come my way that nature provides. I took Osprey pics by accident one day thinking they were far away sea gulls? Oops and they came out so clear....funny.
Another amazing video Tin Man! As always, lots of practical tips for maximising your opportunities to take stand out photos. Your sincerity and humility shine through in every video, making them not only informative but very enjoyable to watch.
That means a lot. Thank you for making my day. So glad to hear. Thanks for your support and please let me know if you have any questions and suggestions.
Thanks for the video. I'm always looking to learn. Even if it is something small or simple. I use a 5DIV and a 500mm prime for wildlife with no plans of switching anytime soon.
I’m very spoiled when it comes to Ospreys. Here in Australia ospreys are not migratory. So I’ve been propelled to be able to photograph the same male with his various mates and their offspring for the last 10 years. They’re very friendly, and every year the baby It’s learn to fish right in front of you. It’s an astounding spot and the variety of image possibilities is astonishing.
Recently learned about the baiting, set up shots. At the time I couldn't get my head around how they got certain Kingfisher shots, now I know. Even after doing photography for 5+ years, you provide tips and insights that are very helpful, thank you!
Love watching your videos. I receive your e-mails as well. You are so very personable and sincere. Thank you for sharing tips and also glimpses into your personal life. Sometimes I feel like I am there with you as you experience personal triumphs and defeats. Now all I need to do is get a nice camera and lens so I can try to put into practice the tips and tricks you share with us.
Thank you so much. That means a lot! That’s exactly what I hoped. To share the experience and hope that someday I can make you guys go and enjoy nature and also create art. Good luck!
I had the same 100-400 lens, and I switched to the Sigma 150-600 C which is pretty good and lightweight which is very important if you aren't using a tripod. The S version of the Sigma lens was too heavy for me, so I went with the cheaper and lighter one and it's pretty good all things considered. I've heard that the RF 100-500 is better, but I can't justify the price. I'm curious to see what my R7 does with the Sigma lens because that 1.6x crop means I can be farther away, and the animal tracking feature is great, but I find it hard to find the subject if the lens is too far zoomed in, like a 600 or even 800 lens makes it very hard to find the bird if it flies to another tree.
hey quick question: what do you mean ISO +0.7? 🤔 you meant ISO or over all exposure +0.7 like over exposing a bit to the right...? thanks! :) (binging on all your amazing YT posts! so much good info! wow!
I’m working on a video to explain more about the plus 0.7. It’s the EV value. Exposure compensation. Yes to make it a bit brighter but not too bright to cause blown out highlight.
@@TinManLee got it!!! yes I thought that is what you meant! the EV value... since you mentioned 'ISO' I got confused! ;D. Thank you for your prompt answer! Very kind of you! cheers!
Lately I’ve been testing the Nikon Z9 and 70-200 2.8 and 400 2.8 but since I have to teach students so I do have Sony A1 and Canon R5. I’m working on another video focusing on the equipment.
They know. I think birds and animals can feel our energy. Their sensitivity thru smell, subtle expression on our face and body are probably 100000 times better than humans :)
Ahh man, no wonder I like you heh. The amount of shit I take for being the snowy owl guy and having people accuse of being a baiter makes me crazy, there should and can be no short cuts to a great genuine photo. Those people who bait or put the bird in harms way to get a photo are garbage photographers and shouldn't be rewarded with likes for those images...to kill something even a mouse for a photograph is disgusting. Great video, all the points are exactly what i'd tell anyone.
This fine and good but not all of us have the resources to go all around the world for the various species. I agree with the elimination of FAKE....the idea is sickening. People wish to massage their own ego, the treatment of the animal is secondary.
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This is so true, when I started photography I joined a camera club. There were some amazing photos by other photographers including Kingfishers diving and one which I remember most was 2 field mice on stems of corn. I spoke to the photographers about them and said how impressed I was that they were "lucky" enough to take these. It wasn't until a few years later that I discovered the Kingfishers were baited into a diving bucket and the mice were taken in a studio!!
Thanks for sharing your experience. That's so sad. I felt like I was cheated, and my dreams as a beginning photographer crushed because those weren't real at all. Plus it has a lot of negative impact to the birds.
I just discovered this channel, and I have to say, it’s the best channel on wildlife photography I’ve seen on UA-cam
Clear simple and concise. Real pleasure to benefit from your expertise and your honest approach to photographing wildlife..
I live on a private island in WA State with Osprey, Bald Eagles, Herons, and all kinds of other birds that frequent our island year round. I had to get a big zoom lens to allow them proper space while I take pics. We do have to put out bird seed here as its a low population of around 80 folks, mostly vacation homes here and no businesses or stores. A wonderland for birds with a huge population, some rare ones come here as well. Annas Hummingbird struggles but stays here all winter...making it necessary to put out nectar. The Audubon Society comes out each year for a bird count, highest in our state for the islands size. I have seen people getting too close to wildlife including baby seals, against the law but they ignored this! Two babies died at the dock likely from abandonment.....they are like other species that do not welcome close contact. Staging pics? I enjoy the shots that come my way that nature provides. I took Osprey pics by accident one day thinking they were far away sea gulls? Oops and they came out so clear....funny.
Another amazing video Tin Man! As always, lots of practical tips for maximising your opportunities to take stand out photos. Your sincerity and humility shine through in every video, making them not only informative but very enjoyable to watch.
That means a lot. Thank you for making my day. So glad to hear. Thanks for your support and please let me know if you have any questions and suggestions.
Great video with excellent tips. 100% agreed re baiting for several reasons. For one, it takes the wild right out of wildlife photography.
Yea it sucks. Thats why I feel I must address it here. As most beginning photographers wouldn't have known.
Thanks for the video. I'm always looking to learn. Even if it is something small or simple. I use a 5DIV and a 500mm prime for wildlife with no plans of switching anytime soon.
I’m very spoiled when it comes to Ospreys. Here in Australia ospreys are not migratory. So I’ve been propelled to be able to photograph the same male with his various mates and their offspring for the last 10 years. They’re very friendly, and every year the baby
It’s learn to fish right in front of you. It’s an astounding spot and the variety of image possibilities is astonishing.
For me you are the Sensei of wildlife photography, nothing left to say, period.
This is a great pep talk for those just starting out or for those just trying to improve the images they create.
Appreciate your kind words!
Recently learned about the baiting, set up shots. At the time I couldn't get my head around how they got certain Kingfisher shots, now I know. Even after doing photography for 5+ years, you provide tips and insights that are very helpful, thank you!
Thank you for this. Great video and excellent tips. Your photographs are so beautiful.
All great points, perfectly explained. Thank you! I have been shooting birds for 10 years, and have suffered because had not seen this video ; )
New to this channel and I love it. Lots of fantastic knowledge and fun stories.
Welcome aboard! Thanks so much!
Love watching your videos. I receive your e-mails as well. You are so very personable and sincere. Thank you for sharing tips and also glimpses into your personal life. Sometimes I feel like I am there with you as you experience personal triumphs and defeats. Now all I need to do is get a nice camera and lens so I can try to put into practice the tips and tricks you share with us.
Thank you so much. That means a lot! That’s exactly what I hoped. To share the experience and hope that someday I can make you guys go and enjoy nature and also create art. Good luck!
Top notch advise there. Thanks.
Big thanks.
Thank you for the great video and tips. Plenty of animals bait their prey, even some birds do it, seems fair to bait them back.
...don't go to the dark side... LOL, hilarious. Thumbs up.
I had the same 100-400 lens, and I switched to the Sigma 150-600 C which is pretty good and lightweight which is very important if you aren't using a tripod. The S version of the Sigma lens was too heavy for me, so I went with the cheaper and lighter one and it's pretty good all things considered. I've heard that the RF 100-500 is better, but I can't justify the price. I'm curious to see what my R7 does with the Sigma lens because that 1.6x crop means I can be farther away, and the animal tracking feature is great, but I find it hard to find the subject if the lens is too far zoomed in, like a 600 or even 800 lens makes it very hard to find the bird if it flies to another tree.
hey quick question: what do you mean ISO +0.7? 🤔 you meant ISO or over all exposure +0.7 like over exposing a bit to the right...? thanks! :) (binging on all your amazing YT posts! so much good info! wow!
I’m working on a video to explain more about the plus 0.7. It’s the EV value. Exposure compensation. Yes to make it a bit brighter but not too bright to cause blown out highlight.
@@TinManLee got it!!! yes I thought that is what you meant! the EV value... since you mentioned 'ISO' I got confused! ;D. Thank you for your prompt answer! Very kind of you! cheers!
Great tips thanks a bunch
Some great tips. What equipment do you use now? It would be very interesting to know.
Lately I’ve been testing the Nikon Z9 and 70-200 2.8 and 400 2.8 but since I have to teach students so I do have Sony A1 and Canon R5. I’m working on another video focusing on the equipment.
Thank you :)
😂😂😂the moment I looked at my phone to check what time it was he flew away 😂😂😂 I always go through this😢
They know. I think birds and animals can feel our energy. Their sensitivity thru smell, subtle expression on our face and body are probably 100000 times better than humans :)
@@TinManLee I agree with you, 10000times better :) I like your videos, could I write Chinese here , sorry my English
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Ahh man, no wonder I like you heh. The amount of shit I take for being the snowy owl guy and having people accuse of being a baiter makes me crazy, there should and can be no short cuts to a great genuine photo. Those people who bait or put the bird in harms way to get a photo are garbage photographers and shouldn't be rewarded with likes for those images...to kill something even a mouse for a photograph is disgusting. Great video, all the points are exactly what i'd tell anyone.
This fine and good but not all of us have the resources to go all around the world for the various species. I agree with the elimination of FAKE....the idea is sickening. People wish to massage their own ego, the treatment of the animal is secondary.
So go around the world, buy top-of-the-line cameras, invest in big primes lol.... so basically 7 tips for rich people!