Don't try this at home: Ancient Murrelet + Kayak + 1120mm

[Glenn Bartley]

This species is definitely one of the trickier North American birds out there to photograph. Being Alcids they are basically impossible to photograph from shore meaning that a vessel of some sort is required. The problem is that by the time they come south the weather is generally nasty and the ocean rough. I had been waiting for 2 years to get a window of opportunity to try for these guys and finally got it early in November. After several attempts I finally got a few shots that I am very proud of.

Hope you enjoy this one!



Camera Model: Canon EOS 7D
Shutter speed: 1/1250 sec
Aperture: 8
ISO: 400
Focal length: 500mm + 1.4x

[frog4gators]

Isn't it great when you finally get 'that' picture you've been after!?!?

[armando_m]

shot from a kayak with such a long lens?!?!?! great job !!

[Loupey]

Nice!

I've used a 300mm with a 2x from a kayak but I can't see myself taking my 500mm out on one.

(btw, it's a 700mm lens not a 1120mm lens ).

[CaraRose]

Beautiful shot..

1120mm... 700x1.6. Must be taking into account crop factor.

Better run and hide in case this gets OC going

[OldClicker]

Beautiful shot..

1120mm... 700x1.6. Must be taking into account crop factor.

Better run and hide in case this gets OC going

LOL - and you're right! I've started the manufacturing of 'Zoom Tape' and will soon be offering it on eBay. - Terry