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Nov 7, 2009 3:48:24 GMT
Post by gabriel buluran on Nov 7, 2009 3:48:24 GMT
Went birding at UP this morning. Saw Bob and family. We walked to MSI and met birders Mark, Ding and Toto. We were about to move to look for Long Tailed Shrikes when the BRT showed itself to us. Lots of ants but we just clicked on! D80, Bigma at 500, 2XTC, F9, 1/3s, MF, Cropped and levels enhanced... sigh... still a long way to go in terms of image quality, but enjoying the hobby.
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Nov 7, 2009 4:43:06 GMT
Post by Edu Lorenzo Jr on Nov 7, 2009 4:43:06 GMT
way to go Gabs!!! Don't worry about IQ, that will come later as you go birding more often.
Congrats!
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Nov 7, 2009 4:53:02 GMT
Post by Bob Kaufman on Nov 7, 2009 4:53:02 GMT
It was a pleasure birding with you guys! Gabs, we also found the Coppersmith Barbet at the front of the Main Library where Doc Mando and Bong were already staked out. Too bad I don't have any decent photos of it.
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Nov 7, 2009 5:06:46 GMT
Post by Ely Teehankee on Nov 7, 2009 5:06:46 GMT
It looks like its a little bit overexposed. Next time you get the chance take a look at your monitor and adjust the opening for the next picture. Than you will find what opening is best for that particular situation. Hope this helps you Gabs. Mabuhay.
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Nov 7, 2009 6:08:25 GMT
Post by tina mallari on Nov 7, 2009 6:08:25 GMT
That's a really decent picture compared to when I was just starting out. Just keep on enjoying the hobby and go out as often as you can so you can practice. Way to go Gabs !!!
You guys are so lucky. When Tonji, Sylvia and I went to UP to take pictures of the BRT, it showed itself to us but decided to stay at the top of the bldg that was so far and then flew away. Haaay haaay some guys have all the luck ;D
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Nov 7, 2009 6:39:24 GMT
Post by Neon Rosell II on Nov 7, 2009 6:39:24 GMT
Wow!! This is an awesome shot Gabs!! for a Bigma with a 2x TC at 1/3sec!! :oHandheld? and Manual servo!!
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Nov 7, 2009 7:22:16 GMT
Post by Mark Itol on Nov 7, 2009 7:22:16 GMT
Nice take on the BRT Gabs. I'm sure you'll master the combo in time.
It was nice meeting you and Bob and family.
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Nov 7, 2009 9:48:55 GMT
Post by gabriel buluran on Nov 7, 2009 9:48:55 GMT
Edu, thanks! Bob, nice meeting you and I hope to see you again. (Sayang yun Barbet... I also saw Doc Mando and Bong on my way back to my ride.)
Ely, will probably try the manual mode so I can adjust the settings. Was on aperture priority and what I notice with the D80 is that it does over expose a bit.
Tina, thanks! Now if I can only get half as good as you... I'd be truly happy. (Luck is the right word... we were packing our gear to move to the other side of MSI and just at that very moment, I saw it perch right on top of us. And more luck, it moved to a branch with a better view.
Neon, this was taken with a tripod and a Benro ballhead. (That's why I was a bit disappointed with the IQ.) The BRT was so still I thought I was nailing the focus.
Mark, thanks so much and nice meeting you!
You are all very encouraging. With your tips and company, I cannot but get better! I almost feel I owe it you you to get better, he, he, he...
Cheers!
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Nov 7, 2009 12:29:44 GMT
Post by Toto Gamboa on Nov 7, 2009 12:29:44 GMT
Nice BRT gabs! it went back to the same perch after you left!
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Nov 7, 2009 23:15:40 GMT
Post by gabriel buluran on Nov 7, 2009 23:15:40 GMT
i went back later in the afternoon and saw the BRT at a lower perch. it flew away once i parked.
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Nov 8, 2009 1:26:46 GMT
Post by William Lim on Nov 8, 2009 1:26:46 GMT
Nice catch on the BRT. That bird always goes back to that tree. I have a D80, it is best to underexpose
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Nov 8, 2009 3:13:06 GMT
Post by Ding Carpio on Nov 8, 2009 3:13:06 GMT
Excellent shot for starters. And you fonud the perfect bird to practice with. I'm sure it'll keep coming back for you until you get it perfect.
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Nov 8, 2009 13:41:24 GMT
Post by Martin Alvendia on Nov 8, 2009 13:41:24 GMT
Wonderful shot sir. I suddenly remembered my D80 days. Learned a lot from that cam, and I'm sure you will as well.
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Nov 10, 2009 16:45:10 GMT
Post by alainpascua on Nov 10, 2009 16:45:10 GMT
Nice shot, Gabs. Doc Mando stalked that bird too for hours!
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