This is another image from my recent trip to the Kgalagadi. This little falcon is a ardent hunter of birds, and as quick as lightning. The light was a bit muted by cloud, so I overexposed 2/3 to get rid of the murky quality. I used my standard 1/2500 SS for freezing action.
Camera Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Date/Time: 2009:03:13 09:42:20
Shutter speed: 1/2500 sec
Aperture: 4.5
Exposure mode: Tv
Exposure compensation: +2/3
Flash: Off
Metering mode: Evaluative
Drive mode: Continuous
ISO: 1000
Lens: EF500mm f/4L IS USM
Focal length: 500mm
Dynamic launching pose, Chris. I love the way the curve of the perch mirrors the curve of the wings. Would have been nicer without the other branch in front but no option to remove it. Perfect focus and sharpness on the head.