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Allen Sparks
06-30-2012, 04:36 AM
Canon 1D mark IV, 300mm f4 IS, 1.4x TC II, monopod
ISO 400, f11, 1/200s
Mike Wilhelm
06-30-2012, 06:25 AM
Nice detail, tip to tip, on the dragonfly. Wonderful background. Well done!
PhilCook
06-30-2012, 07:44 PM
Who says you need a dedicated macro to get great shots ?...very nice Allen, lots of detail and colour...marvellous looking species this one.
Ed Cordes
07-02-2012, 09:03 PM
Good job getting the entire Skimmer in focus.
Steve Maxson
07-04-2012, 10:22 AM
Hi Allen. The 300 f/4 makes a great "macro" lens for dragonflies - as your image demonstrates! Good overall sharpness and I like the diagonal comp. You might consider blending some of the more distinct edges in the background below the dragonfly - but it's a minor point. This is very nicely done!
Jonathan Ashton
07-07-2012, 06:26 AM
Very nice shot indeed, I don't wish to detract from previous comments in any way, but I suspect your image would be slightly sharper at ISO 800 and or stepping down to f16, the thorax and left wing are very slightly soft. I would be tempted to fully exploit the potential of that 1D MkIV (I wish I had one!)