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So here we are in Kansas, for a very ill-timed family re-union for Jim. Trust me, this “heat dome” is NOT exaggerated. Most miserable I have ever been. He owes me!!
The mornings are not too bad, so hopefully I will be able to find a few local photo opportunities.
Anna’s hummer with chickie.
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Not the best image, but nice close-up behaviour
Technical Details
Nikon D850
Software: Adobe Photoshop 26.3 DxO pure raw 5
Date Taken: 2024-08-19 16:05:42
Exposure Time: 1/250 sec
F Number: f/10
ISO Speed Ratings: ISO 250
Exposure Program: Manual
Metering Mode: Center weighted average
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
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A very nice look at the feeding behavior, Sandy. The local wildlife refuge had a couple of Rufous nests within camera range this year and everyone (including myself) went out to shoot them, but they were both in very deep shade so there were no good colors. The nice greens and bit of gorget make this much more interesting.
Love this Sandy, I’m just starting to photograph hummingbirds. I have the 850 as you know, do you have a lens recommendation? I have the 24-70 and 70-200, but I’m struggling getting anything like this. I have my eye on the 200-500, it’s somewhat affordable but I’m not sure if even that is enough reach for these guys.
Hi Bryan- I had an 500 with my D850, but the 200-500 wasn’t out yet. The 2-5 is a great lens, pretty light and sharp. This is probably your best bet unless you want a prime for many many more thousands. I always prefer zooms anyway.
With hummers, you’ll usually need a large crop(like this image), but the D850 has the pixels to do that. You might ask some of the current Nikon people also, for their thoughts. Jim zablotney who posts in macro a lot would be helpful.
Good luck!
What a fine image! We have a pretty good population of hummers coming in to our feeders but I have NEVER seen a nest. What a prize. I would look to see what it would look like with just a bit taken off of the top edge if it were mine. What a pose!
