Marbled Godwit

Image Critiques
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Marbled Godwit .jpg
Marbled Godwit .jpg1527×1222 1.13 MB

Marbled Godwit (feeding).jpg
Marbled Godwit (feeding).jpg2124×2124 2.36 MB

Critique Style Requested: Standard

The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image.

Description

We were in Georgia a couple of weeks ago and I saw this Godwit on the shore. I assumed it would just dip its beak into the sand but, was surprised to see that it actually buried its head in the sand. Wouldn’t think that with a beak that long it would have to bury it’s head.

Specific Feedback

Any feed back is appreciated.

Technical Details

OM-1 markll, ,Zuiko 50-200mm, X2 extender, 372mm(744), 1/800 sec, f/5.6,
LR, cropped to 2124 square..

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Lovely pose in the first and cool action in the second, Charlie. The bird is just a bit soft in both images which could be due to the shutter speed. With 774 mm equivalent 1/800 might be pushing it for a hand held shot, though if you believe the manufacturer’s claims about their image stabilization you aught to be able to use a second or two. That dive for the goodies is really cool.

3

I like the walking pose, Charlie, and the feeding shot is not something I’ve seen with Godwits.

4

Thanks for the feed back. Much appreciated.