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    Canon 30D
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    This is another Costa Rica hummingbird. I don't know why I had the camera set on ISO 200. A higher ISO might have helped the freeze the wing but I don't mind the blur. All C&C welcome.

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    Wonderful timing and lovely detail and color as well as a beautiful clean BG. The lighting is awesome. Many thanks for sharing Jim/

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    How I wish you should have boosted ISO ( though I am big fan of ISO 200:)) to freeze the wings , lovely pose , killer BG and compo
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    I don't mind the wing blur, and I even like how the tail is stationary between the moving wings. I would like to see the plant/blooms just a little sharper. You did a great job considering this is hand held.

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    Wonderful capture...great BG & pose!

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    Great pose, lighting and BG Jim!
    I'm surprised you didn't have even more blurring at this relatively slow S/S for hummers.
    Well done
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    Beautiful capture. I also wish the wings were less blurred but the light, colours and detail on the head make a lovely shot. Just a slight levels and contrast adjustment - would love to hear your thoughts.

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    Wonderful pose and great timing and what a cute hummer! Love the wing position.
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    Sweet looking image, great timing and detail.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ofer Levy View Post
    Beautiful capture. I also wish the wings were less blurred but the light, colours and detail on the head make a lovely shot. Just a slight levels and contrast adjustment - would love to hear your thoughts.
    Ofer I like the adjustments that you made. The flower and humminbird seem to stand out more in your re-post. Thanks for taking the time with my image.

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    I prefer the re-post. I have to say I don't mind the wing blur at all. Head and tail are nicely sharp and the blurred wings give a good feeling of speed and motion. Nice BG as well, good detail and a beautiful bird. Nice work.

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    Really nicely done. Nice natural looking BG and a fine pose. Well done!

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    Ofer repost adds a bit, great image this, nice timing, details, pose and Bg...

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