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13-JAN-2012 Vern Rogers (fotabug)

Spreading Its Wings (for me?)

Used a Kenko 1.4x teleconverter.
I thought the D3 did a great job of handling the harsh contrasts one has to deal with in direct sunlight. I was able to get nice detail in the shadow areas.

Nikon D3 ,AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
1/1250s f/5.6 at 300.0mm iso2800 hide exif
Full EXIF Info
Date/Time13-Jan-2012 09:22:39
MakeNikon
ModelNIKON D3
Flash UsedNo
Focal Length300 mm
Exposure Time1/1250 sec
Aperturef/5.6
ISO Equivalent2800
Exposure Bias-0.33
White Balance
Metering Modematrix (5)
JPEG Quality
Exposure Programprogram (2)
Focus Distance

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Judith Barnett18-Jan-2012 14:50
Nice capture, I guess it was either drying or warming it's wings?
Jack Hoying18-Jan-2012 04:17
Really unique pose. Is this a young one?
Roger Bailey16-Jan-2012 00:22
Super shot, great lighting.
Guest 15-Jan-2012 23:29
You did it right, Vern, as it came out with a great catch with beautiful color and interesting light.
Donna
Laura Milholland15-Jan-2012 22:50
Superb shot, Vern. You handled the light perfectly too.
martyn george (Hedonic3000)15-Jan-2012 22:31
Awesome colour, great shot, Vern.
Barry Ailetcher15-Jan-2012 22:03
nice capture
Guest 15-Jan-2012 21:01
I hope so, it's a great moment!
Mark Krauss15-Jan-2012 20:55
What a really great moment!
paplvr15-Jan-2012 20:27
Very nice catch Vern. Pretty light too. Linda S
Irene Wehrli15-Jan-2012 18:53
Wow - beautiful! He did spread his wings for you and for us maybe...
Irene
John Reynolds LRPS15-Jan-2012 17:27
Great capture. V.
Roy Berger 15-Jan-2012 16:58
Nice catch.
Steve Thuman15-Jan-2012 16:32
It sure seems to be enjoying that warm sunshine!
Guest 15-Jan-2012 15:41
lovely capture!
Vickie BROWN15-Jan-2012 14:54
Brilliant and gorgeous scene, Vern!
Ruth Voorhis15-Jan-2012 14:04
Great capture, Vern.
Jim Coffman15-Jan-2012 13:49
What a great image and he did it just for you!!
Ed Duverger15-Jan-2012 11:15
Terrific capture.
Carla Resh15-Jan-2012 10:57
Yes Great shot....It is hard to get close to these guys... :0)
joseantonio15-Jan-2012 10:47
Gorgeous image. Seems quite big
Stephanie15-Jan-2012 10:07
Absolutely! This heron is most definitely posing for the camera and for you! :)
JSB PHOTOGRAPHS15-Jan-2012 08:25
Beautiful capture vern, and such a wonderful pose too!
Bea.15-Jan-2012 08:22
Brilliant, beautiful light.
Guest 15-Jan-2012 08:20
Excellent capture.Super job !
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