I spend alot of effort on BIF. The larger birds like this Great Egret can be very challenging because in addition to catching the action, getting the right exposure for a solid white bird is always tricky. This particular capture is one the many that makes me thankful I use a zoom lens instead of a prime for BIF. This was captured at a FL of 100mm which is the widest FL of my Sigma 100-300mm. I would have missed this using a 300mm prime (which is what I used to use). This image also goes against the rule of trying to catch a bird from the side or front so that the eyes show. The only way to catch this large wingspan showing this turbulence would not have worked from any other angle for this shot.

Anyway, as always, interested in any feedback.

Geo

Gorgeous feathers! And I love the perspective of shooting the bird from behind. Thanks for sharing.

Hey George,

What a cool photo! The two things about this shot that prevent it from being a total winner for me are the fact that both the wing and the feet are cut off in the frame. As Shannon mentioned, the view of the photograph and great detail in the feathers is great. You also did a great job in terms of the exposure - you really nailed it on the head. However, the fact that the feathers and feet are both cut off really do impact me though...it would be one thing if there were a symmetrical crop...but the 'kind of here and there' of the placement of the appendges (sp) are an obstacle for me.

Great job on the whites! They are extremely white without being out of range. Beautiful job! I have to agree about the framing, but it is better than trying this with the 300, for sure!