Ahhh, I see (re not getting tighter shot) I understand about wanting to keep the perch in the shot - maybe it's not so bad an idea taken in the context you describe. Still, it sticks out quite a bit and seems a little out of place in the woodsy scene. But y'gotta shoot what's there ;-)) Anyway, it's a good catch considering the circumstances and that big, clunky, old-fashioned lens you were burdened with <vbg> You really should get rid if that relic <LOL>
Shel > [Original Message] > From: Bruce Dayton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > My feeling with the 400mm was not to get a lot tighter shot, as much > as not to have to approach so close. This would not have spooked the > bird and given me some time to get more choice of shots. > > I did crop out most of the perch, but felt that the perch gave some > sense of takeoff - without it, it just looks like a flying hawk. > > Certainly this was more a shot of opportunity than planning. I have > never seen any hawks on any of my walks to date, so did not expect it. > I did what little planning I could on the spot, given the > circumstances.
