Precarious Perch

[joel quenneville]

I was out taking pictures today when I met with a swarm of redpoles. I had a hard time getting sharp images because they move so much. My focus was slowed somewhat due to the 2x. Finally, my persitancy paid off and I was able to smap this very sharp image. I wish he could have looked slightly more towards me, but unfortunately, he flew off.

1/400s
f/8
ISO 800
+ 2/3 EV compensation
Sigma 120-300 f/2.8 with 2x TC @ 600mm
Nikon D70s

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Very nice redpoll image, Joël! I like the details and pose even though a slight head turn would have been great. The bird is a bit tight in the frame for my taste. I would add a bit room top and right, the image has a slight yellow cast and I would run a bit NR on the BG.

[Agris Krusts]

Nice image! I would prefer more active pose but it is quite hard to get good image of those small active birds