Point and Shoot DSLR

[Amy Marques]

Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM on Canon 40D
Evaluative metering -2/3 stop: 1/100 sec @ f/8, ISO 400
Speedlite

On the subject of luck, I think this qualifies perfectly. During this particular morning, I was getting images of waders in flight in an open area. When I heard a blue jay call some 20 feet away in some trees, I wondered over to take a look. The jay suddenly jumped down upon a branch just in front of me and I took the shot without changing any settings- I didn't even bring the camera up to my eyes. I immediately pointed toward the general direction of the jay and pressed the shutter button. Lucky for me I did that because no sooner than that the bird was gone.

Yes, the head angle could have been better. But I am thrilled at the quality of the image considering the circumstances! ;) Also, that is not a halo around the bill. It appears on the original copy too.

[Leo Berzins]

Wow, Amy, you're quick on the draw. Impressively sharp for 1/100 sec handheld.
You made great use of the brief opportunity you had.

[Garry Gibson]

It looks like a lovely painting...
well done!

[Ákos Lumnitzer]

THat's a mighty good catch for a P&S Amy! Good on ya! I won't critique at all, just congratulate! :)

[Harshad Barve]

Congratulations
This is agreat catch
TFS

[Joe Senzatimore]

Saw a chance and jumped at it. Cool image given the situation.

[Mark Fuge]

Great shot. Luck does play a good hand once in a while. You got four aces and a king that time! ;) Don't worry about the HA, it's definately a keeper. ;) :D