Another Rhino celebration

[Tobie Schalkwyk]

I've had this one under ETL some time ago. Apologies for those who might already have seen it but hopefully it will reach some extra viewers under Wildlife, in support of World Rhino Day.

All C & C's welcome.

D600
Nikkor 70-200mm VR f2.8 + TC14E II @ 250mm
f/5.6 | 1/640s | ISO-800 | beanbag

[Rachel Hollander]

Hi Tobie- Looks like tough lighting conditions with both heavy shade and dappled light. Also a busy habitat but we find them where we can. Nice sharpness and the color looks better than when you first posted it in ETL.

TFS,
Rachel

[Steve Kaluski]

Hi Tobie, agree with Rachel, from my recollection this is an improvement from the OP. Personally I find it a little big in frame, perhaps not having the TC, or zooming out may have offered a better balance? The BKG does look a bit 'fuzzy' not sure why and doubt if it's heat haze/ISO. The dappled light and being in the shade has helped to a certain degree, controlling any hotspots/highlights. Like the three quarter posture and head to camera.

TFS
Steve

[Tobie Schalkwyk]

Hi Tobie, agree with Rachel, from my recollection this is an improvement from the OP. Personally I find it a little big in frame, perhaps not having the TC, or zooming out may have offered a better balance? The BKG does look a bit 'fuzzy' not sure why and doubt if it's heat haze/ISO. The dappled light and being in the shade has helped to a certain degree, controlling any hotspots/highlights. Like the three quarter posture and head to camera.

TFS
Steve

Thanks steve - yep, the mix of shades and direct sunlight was a challenge with this one and this is the most I could get from it. I don't think zooming out would help because then you're going to have even more highlights against the darker animal. The 'fuzziness' apparently is sometimes a result of the TC14 according to some Google results. It's not always there or so obvious but sometimes it could be quite strong - it probably depends on the DOF applicable to each specific case.