From the Alb Zoo in Nov...
I normally stick with 4:3 comps, but this seemed to work better with a square'ish presentation.
What do you think?
Camera make:Canon
Camera model:Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Focal length:800 mm
Max lens aperture:f/5.7
Exposure:1/400 at f/5.6
Flash:Fired, compulsory mode
Exposure bias:0 EV
Exposure mode:Manual
Exposure prog.:Manual
ISO speed:ISO 800
Metering mode:Pattern
Very nice bird, with excellent exposure. Very sharp. I like the comp as is, but suspect some woud prefer a little more in front of the bird. That red eye is striking.
Lovely water and great sharpness. There might be a little more detail in the blacks that you can bring out. I don't mind the square crop, although I would prefer a little more room behind the head. I would consider including more of the water too because it's so pretty.