New to bird photography

[Frankie_flea]

Retired male 60 years old, from Dorset, England. I've always had an interest in birds, but only recently have i wanted to, or had the time to try and photograph them. I recently purchased a Sigma 150-500mm OS to go with my D200, with the idea of starting off by taking small birds in the garden. So far i am pleasantly surprised at the quality this relatively inexpensive setup can deliver. My dry room techniques are in their infancy, but i am gradually getting better results.

[Tony Whitehead]

Welcome Frankie. Looking forward to your backyard birds. Plenty of good info here to help you along the digital learning curve. Last time I was in Dorset I remember Kittiwakes on the cliffs near Swanage - that was long before digital cameras though :D

[Frankie_flea]

Hya Tony, thanks for the welcome. You seem like a well traveled man. Is that a Yellowhammer on your post?

[Tony Whitehead]

Yes, Frankie, it's a Yellowhammer. We have a number of UK imports in NZ:D

[Xristos Zo]

Hello Mr. Frankie, I hope you enjoy this site as much as I do. This site has lots of useful information.

[David Stephens]

Welcome Frankie. I love shots of English garden birds. Don't fail to post in the Eager to Learn Forum when you get started.