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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 18, 2011 4:32:11 GMT
Here in the US, there is a "tradition" among photographers whenever they acquire a new lens or camera, and that is, to take a duck shot.  I have acquired my first "L" lens, the 300mm F/4L. ;D I originally wanted the 400mm f/5.6L but I saw this one for sale at POTN at a price I can't resist. I might ultimately trade this for a longer one but for now, I'm ecstatic on having my own "L".  I very much welcome C&C as I am still learning to use this glass. I am also excited at the details it produce so please comment on my PP if I overdid it. So here it is! The obligatory duck shot. Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) L 23" Shooting Info: February 17, 2011, Canon XSi + EF 300mm f/4L IS USM, f/5.6, 1/2000 sec, ISO 200, -1.0 exposure compensation, 7.65m, hand held  |
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Post by Ely Teehankee on Feb 18, 2011 9:06:12 GMT
Is this obligatory duck shot because its easier to get close to a duck like in the park? It looks like its walking on snow or ice. 7.65 meters is just a little over my minimum focusing distance and what a shot. Did you noticed the grin on the duck's beak? I will be very happy with this kind of a photograph. Well done Eric & Mabuhay.
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Post by Mark Itol on Feb 18, 2011 11:15:57 GMT
Your glass just broke its duck with a sweet shot, Eric! Big congrats! Love the light and setting here. Just a matter of personal taste, but I wish for a brighter head, more room around the bird, and perhaps a lower shooting angle. |
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Post by ppaaoolloo on Feb 18, 2011 12:33:15 GMT
Very attractive!
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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 18, 2011 14:27:47 GMT
Is this obligatory duck shot because its easier to get close to a duck like in the park? It looks like its walking on snow or ice. 7.65 meters is just a little over my minimum focusing distance and what a shot. Did you noticed the grin on the duck's beak? I will be very happy with this kind of a photograph. Well done Eric & Mabuhay. Thanks Sir Ely! I really don't know the reason for this tradition. I only learned about it through forums. Yes, it's walking on a frozen river. |
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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 18, 2011 14:36:32 GMT
mark: Thank you very much for the input. I decided to crop a little tighter because I thought the ice background is kind of monotonous not to mention the white spots caused by light reflections. I totally agree with you about the angle. I'll keep your inputs in mind when I post my succeeding posts. @pao: Thanks for the comment. I'm very happy with my new glass. Can't wait for spring to come to shoot the smaller birds.
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Post by alainpascua on Feb 18, 2011 16:12:03 GMT
What a macro shot with a 300mm, Eric! Baptism on a duck on the rocks! Congrats for a very nice capture!
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Post by ppaaoolloo on Feb 18, 2011 22:57:37 GMT
@pao: Thanks for the comment. I'm very happy with my new glass. Can't wait for spring to come to shoot the smaller birds. I particularly like your mastery in DoF. ;D |
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Post by mantarey on Feb 19, 2011 2:12:31 GMT
Tons of details on this lens' debut. Congrats on a very fine piece of glass Eric. Now time to get some more duckies.  ;D |
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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 19, 2011 3:15:50 GMT
@alain: Thanks for the comment. I was actually overwhelmed by the 300mm. I had to move farther back just to get the whole duck in the frame and that is about 25 feet. Hahaha.... @pao: What mastery of DoF? It's not mastery or anything. I call it beginner's luck. @rey: Having had the 55-250mm before this one, I am overjoyed by its IQ. This is surely worth its investment. |
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Post by Mick Harris on Feb 19, 2011 10:55:17 GMT
Congtrats on your new glass ... I've got the lens you nearly got. One advantage with your's is that you can use a TC and still have auto focus.
Great shot of an obliging ,obligatory duck ... I can't remember the first shot I took when I first got my 400 5.6L. I'll try and find out.
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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 19, 2011 16:22:30 GMT
Thanks Mick! I might ultimately get the 400 5.6L if I feel that I need more reach. Would love to see what you got on your first shot with your glass. |
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Post by Jun Gregorio on Feb 22, 2011 4:35:46 GMT
Here in the US, there is a "tradition" among photographers whenever they acquire a new lens or camera, and that is, to take a duck shot. I have acquired my first "L" lens, the 300mm F/4L. ;D I originally wanted the 400mm f/5.6L but I saw this one for sale at POTN at a price I can't resist. I might ultimately trade this for a longer one but for now, I'm ecstatic on having my own "L". I very much welcome C&C as I am still learning to use this glass. I am also excited at the details it produce so please comment on my PP if I overdid it. So here it is! The obligatory duck shot. Thanks for clearing this up. I've always wondered what they (POTN) meant by "duck" shots but afraid to ask . |
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Post by Ariel Matias on Feb 22, 2011 12:25:16 GMT
Sharp and crisp details.
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Post by Eric Patdu on Feb 23, 2011 4:12:58 GMT
@jun: I also wondered about that before but realized later what they meant. @ariel: Thanks for the comment. I really love the details this glass captures. |
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Post by Edwin Matias on Feb 23, 2011 15:35:06 GMT
Eric,
Congrats on your new Glass, Great Snap.....
Regards,
Edwin
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Post by tomvandenbrandt on Mar 15, 2011 16:07:40 GMT
Beautiful and sharp image, congratulations with your new lens.
Regards, Tom
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