Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Week 51, Day 356, April 20, 2010, Attack of the Killer Rabbit

I think this is one of those future subject photos.  I took a few photos of some rabbits in my back yard.  The next thing I know, they are running around and "playing".   I hope to catch them "playing" again some other time, and I'll have my camera set to a faster speed.  They are very quick.  I think I'll name the one with the black mark on his face "Al Capone".

Lessons Learned:
  • I'm still attempting to learn how to use the 2x extender.  I definitively need to use a tripod when I use it.  I think I also need to shoot at higher ISO speeds for a quicker shutter speed.  It's very easy to blur the image.
Photo details: Exposure time 1/125 sec, Aperture f/5.6, ISO 1600, Focal Length 400 mm, Lens Canon 70-200mm f2.8L USM, 2x extender, tripod.

5 comments:

Mike Simmons said...

I had to click on the image to see them - they really blend with the surroundings. "Al Capone" looks like he might be some sort of "king-pin".

I like your Smug Mug feature. I've thought about putting mine on too. I think I might copy you, Steve. :)

Andrew said...

If you're good, a monopod might suffice for 400mm... but you might want to get a ring that mounts the lens to the monopod to help with balance.

BSOB said...

Nat Geo, here you come!!!
ever think abt being one of those photographers? such incredible shots. i love that magazine.

Gallow said...

Andrew,

I do have a monopod, but it's not a very good one. It tends to collapse. I haven't purchased a better one yet. I also have the ring that mounts to the lens. You are right, that does make a big difference in the balance.

Steve

Gallow said...

Mike,

lol, his/her new name is King Pin Al Capone.

Ben,

I'd love to take photographs for National Geographic. I need to get a lot better. Those photos are incredible.

Steve