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    Your thoughts on competitive birders and birding

    Hello, Let me start by saying that first I hope this is the right forum for this, if not mods please move this to the appropriate place. I have been a birder since I was 12 and I am now in my mid thirties. I have noticed that from the west coast to the east coast of the united states that...
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    Vortex Skyline 80 20-60x Zoom eyepiece replacement

    Hello everyone (mostly you lovely Brits)! Just wondering if there is an Astronomical replacement zoom for this model scope? I know the Astronomical eyepieces are 10x better usually then the stock/standard issue eyepiece. Thanks in advance for any assistance!
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    Need advice on where to fly to and Itineray info

    So I have never been to texas. I am looking for 100% specialty type birds Golden-Cheeked Warbler, Black-Capped Vireo, Green Jay, Brown Jay, Cave Swallow, Black-crested Titmouse, Long-billed Thrasher, Tropical Parula, Olive Sparrow, Audubon Oriole, Chachalaca, Hook-billed Kite, Caracara...
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    Sketching birds from life

    Hello, I can draw really well from reference (Photographs/still subjects). However I really struggle with moving birds. I know I should be drawing from life and from memory. Is it possible to learn this or should I just realize that I am not a true artist? My biggest problem is freezing a pose...
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    The ole 400 f/5.6 vs. 1-4 zoom question

    Wondering what you think is better for opportunistic bird photography. Mind you the 400 f/5.6 will have a nice monopod and swivel/tilt head. The 1-4 will be hand held, however I may resort to the use of the same monopod/head. Granted I can get one of the fabled 1-4's that are as sharp as the 400...
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    • Forum: Canon
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    400 f5.6 + 1dmkII

    Just wondering if anyone else has this combo? What do you think of it? Do you use a monopod or tripod, if so which one and which head? Thanks in advance for any wisdom!
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    300 f2.8 w/ 2x EF II TC or 400 DO 4.5 w/1.4x EF II TC

    I have an opportunity to trade with someone on another forum my 300 f2.8 IS with 2x extender for a 400 DO calibrated, aligned and such by canon inc themselves, not a third party. I seem to love hand holding my lens which means I am hand holding the 600mm all the time. I get pretty okay results...
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    Use The Search Feature

    I see a ton of threads on here repeating everyday. I wish someone would make a sticky to remind users particularly new users that they should use the search feature before posting. For the sanity of me and everyone else! Please use the search feature 9/10 the topic has been covered. Don't be lazy!
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    300 f2.8 + 2x II TC or 1.4x Canon + Kenko Pro 1.4x

    I heard a rumor that you could get faster AF from a 300 f2.8 and 1.4x canon along with a Kenko Pro 1.4x tc. I just wonder about the image quality of this combo? I am pretty sure my Canon 2x TC is rubbish (bought second hand) and that I have to purchase a new one. But I am considering the afore...
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    Have a day in Rotan

    Can someone tell me a good place to go in Rotan? I am only going to be there for a day. TY in advance for any advice you can offer for the best birding. I am looking for Central American birds mostly. I have seen a lot of the carribean specialties like the Carribean dove, Yucatan woodpecker...
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    Is this pretty normal post processing?

    I feel that getting the best original you can is the best practice. However I was just trying to work on my photoshop skills, keep myself from getting too rusty. Just wondering what you think of these edits. Is there something I may have missed or should have maybe done? Appreciate all opinions!
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    Flash battery pack

    Can anyone recommend a flash battery pack for the 480EX. I am not 100% this is what they are called. It allows the flash to recycle pretty fast instead of the normal wait time associated with alkaline batteries. Thanks in advance!
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    • Forum: Canon
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    Generic Shutter release Cables on Evilbay

    Are any of these good enough for use on a 30D? I just can't swallow why canon wants to charge $50 USD for some cord and a button! It seems like robbery. The dang cord should have come with the camera for as much as we pay for the bodies. I guess it is like the expensive parts for BMWs, Lexus...
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    Is there a way to test a teleconverter?

    Just wondering if there is a way to test a teleconverter? I have a 1.4x and a 2x Canon EF II series teleconverters that I bought second hand from KEH.com they were listed as like new minus on the 1.4x and Excellent + on the 2x model I believe. It is probably me not use to using a teleconverter...
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    IS on or off when on Tripod for 300 f2.8?

    The manual says off, but I read something from a famous photographer that say not to turn it off. Somehow though I think it being on has resulted in some blurred photos I took recently of a roosting owl on a tripod with the IS on. Also I noticed that when in the car and have the lens mounted on...
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    • Forum: Canon
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    What could have made this photo great?

    Unfortunately it was extremely overcast and I had to shoot through tinted glass on top of that the area has some trees around. The image was shot with a 30D and a 300 f2.8 IS lens Hand Held. ISO 800. Any tips on working in these conditions would also be greatly appreciated. Unfortunately because...
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    What is the next step up from the 40D?

    Is it the 1dMKII? I found a deal on one for $2K U.S.D. with only 10K actuations!! Thanks.
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    Which tripod/head combo for 30D + 300 f/2.8 + 2x tc?

    I was thinking a Gitzo 1325 + Arca Swiss and a Wimberly Sidekick. Is there anything else I need? Which Arca Swiss ball head should I get? I will probably be buying these used from forums. My budget it a little over $1K U.S. Thanks.
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    Canon 400mm DO on ebay for Canadians!

    Just a heads-up this is an amazing deal for Canadians! http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=160181658303&Category=4687&_trksid=p3907.m29 He might be willing to ship to U.K. I would have snatched this but I just got a deal on a mint 300mm f2.8.
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    Am I being crazy purchasing a 300mm F2.8 lens + 2x tc?

    I am about to send away for one of these but I am hesitating just a little. I know this is not the best for IQ but it would be faster AF, better IQ, more reach then my 1-4zoom and I can still handhold. I know that the 400mm DO might be a better choice, but it is $1500 more then the 300f2.8 with...
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    30D, 40D, and 5D which has the best performance for the money?

    Currently I own a 30D. I was thinking of upgrading though to either the 40D or the 5D. Is it a worthwhile upgrade on either of these? What are the main differences? The most important feature I would like to gain from this upgrade, is better noise reduction at higher ISO settings in the...
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    Any professionals use just the medium format lenses I.E. 1-4 zoom, 400 f5.6, etc

    Just wondering if there are any professionals that use any of these lenses exclusively? It seems that for most situations handholding a lens is ideal. Of course I have limited experience but I "Love" the 1-4 zoom. When I purchased this lens, I had the idea that it would be a great lens to learn...
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    Critique request please

    Hello, I am still very much learning having only been doing this for a month or 2 now. This is a 100% crop. I know that the bird is in a pretty busy environment and not sure what to do about this exactly. I thought about isolating the bird and blurring the background but then the lower half of...
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    Want to hear from 1-2 year photographers

    Actually want to hear from any experienced photographers or any photographers who have had success, thanks! How many snaps does it take to get a sharp shot? I have been having this problem where I will take about 2-3 gigs worth of shots and maybe 1 will be slightly okay this is probably due...
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    Flash x-sync and moving warblers

    My camera's x-sync is 1/250 sec. for the 30D. So that means that if I want to use flash as my main light I have to use a tripod but the bird also has to be completely still right? I do not understand how Arthur Morris and others get sharp shots at this shutter speed with a bird that is moving...
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