Articles filed in Birds in Flight.
OM System’s New Video Tutorials
OM System’s video tutorials are one of many benefits that OM cameras come with. Some of these videos relate to photography in general. However, many are specific to different features within the OM camera system. Take for example this informative piece by Michael Amico titled Bird and AI Pro Capture.… Read More »
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Over the last four weeks, I had several opportunities to test the Olympus OM-1 Autofocus For Birds in Flight. What started as a typical AF series of tests morphed into that, plus a critique/comparison of the software I use to check for critical focus. The following are my findings on… Read More »
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Bird Photography Tips with Rob Knight
Longterm learning One of the great things about birds is they’re almost everywhere. Even if you live in the heart of the city you can still find birds. So this presentation on bird photography tips by Olympus educator Rob Knight is a great opportunity to take a few notes and… Read More »
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Photo Tips from the Field: Birds in Flight
Capturing exquisite photos of birds in flight is a popular discussion across the internet. Many photographers wanting to improve their wildlife photography skills often turn to our avian friends for practice and inspiration. Getting that crystal-clear, fast-moving bird, with details in every feather, is like a gift from the photo… Read More »
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Predictive AF to Excite & Inspire
Daniel J. Cox puts three cameras to the test for flying birds. They were the Lumix G9, Olympus OM-D EM-1X and the Sony A9.
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Andy Quinn Wants to Know about Lumix G9 Birds In Flight
Thanks for writing Andy. As much as I like the GX8, I really do not consider it a good choice for wildlife. Especially with a lens as powerful as the Leica 100-400mm. The 100-400mm, when extended out to it’s longest reach is effectively 800mm. That is extreme magnification and with that… Read More »
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Olympus OM-D EM-1 Mark ll Leica 100-400mm
Ever since the announcement of the new Olympus OM-D EM-1 Mark ll I’ve received a great deal of questions about how this camera will work with the Panasonic Leica 100-400mm zoom. Thankfully, I finally received the new Olympus, and this last week I spent time at Bosque del Apache NWR shooting the combination. Overall,… Read More »
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Can Lumix Shoot Sports and Wildlife?
Bill, This is a tough call. Unfortunately I have no experience with the Canon 6D, although I do know it’s a full frame sensor. Full frame sensors are always going to give you a better image at higher ISO’s which is typically what you would be shooting at sporting events.… Read More »
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Birds in Flight Settings for Lumix Cameras
Birds in Flight Settings for Lumix Cameras Editorial Note: As of 1/31/2018 I’ve changed a few of the settings, for Birds In Flight Settings for Lumix Cameras, listed below to reflect the newer cameras I’m shooting including the Lumix GH5 and G9. Any text shown in GREEN reflects the new changes I’ve made… Read More »
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