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Bird Photography in the Field - The Trick to Photographing Warblers
I plan for one bird and get another! This type of bird photography is all about putting yourself in the right place - and watching and learning is key for Songbird photography. Enjoy this beautiful Spring morning, surrounded by Birdsong.
I'm using my Canon R6 and Canon EF 500mm F/4 Lens and my Fluid Head on the tripod.
How to Photograph Sedge Warblers: ua-cam.com/video/9vvxy50C_90/v-deo.html
My equipment: If you purchase any of these items, that I use and recommend, through the Links Below I receive a small commission which is massively appreciated and it helps me to keep creating new videos.
Ulanzi Products:
Ulanzi & Coman Travel Tripod: www.ulanzi.com/collections/travel-tripods/products/ulanzi-coman-lightweight-travel-tripod?aff=605
Ulanzi VL49 Mini LED: www.ulanzi.com/products/mini-led-video-light-ulanzi-vl49?_pos=2&_sid=acb5ab1d1&_ss=r&aff=605
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Canon 400mm f5.6 lens: amzn.to/2AnX8q8
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Photography Workshops: www.naturephotographycourses.co.uk
My Website: www.paulmiguel.co.uk
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This video was filmed with a Canon M50 and 15-45mm lens.
Equipment: Canon R6; Canon EF 500mm F/4 Mark i Lens; Canon EF 1.4x iii Extender Induro CT404 Tripod; Manfrotto MVH502AH Fluid Head
Music:
Fine Dining by Track Tribe
Sedge Warbler and friends by Nature's Symphony
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I Tried Focus Bracketing with my Camera (And Macro Photography Tips)
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I tried Focus Bracketing for the first time, in the field, with my Canon R6. Watch my step by step technique as I shoot Spring close ups (and there's plenty of Macro Photography Tips for sharp focus). But do you think Focus Bracketing & Focus Stacking 'cheating'? Please Share your Thoughts in the Comments below! How to Shoot Flowers with a Long Lens: ua-cam.com/video/8msgB4kndo4/v-deo.html I'm ...
A Challenging Day of Bird Photography Pays Off! (Birds in Flight Photography)
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I'm at RSPB Bempton Cliffs in East Yorkshire for Seabird Photography. It's a windy one! But the right wind conditions here are perfect for Birds in Flight Photography - especially those amazing Gannets! In this video I'm using a Canon R6 & Canon EF 500mm F/4 Lens. My equipment: If you purchase any of these items, that I use and recommend, through the Links Below I receive a small commission whi...
Listening to Beautiful Birdsong and Improving Our Mental Health
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Donate to The Little Push 4 Good: shorturl.at/ehimY Find out More about The Little Push: www.thelittlepush4good.org.uk/ All Donations will help to reduce barriers and allow those in need to access activities that will massively improve their wellbeing. Thank you.
Do Your Bird Photographs Have Enough Substance?
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Photographing a 'bird on a stick' might not give you the satisfaction you crave. By paying attention to bird behaviour and the play of light, you can stay motivated and keep inspired. Here's my tips on taking photos with more meaning. Learn with Me on a 1-1 Photography Workshop: naturephotographycourses.co.uk/naturephotographycourses/wildlifephotographyworkshops/wildlifephotographytuitiononetoo...
Why You Should Shoot INTO THE LIGHT - My Spring Bird Photography Project
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My Spring Project is to capture Unique Bird Photos by using Creative Lighting. Over a number of days I revisit a local site trying to perfect my images of Birds in Flight. I share all my tips on Back-lighting and how to achieve Perfect Exposures. There's detailed information on how to expose, including my settings and histograms. I'm using a Canon R6 with both EF 400mm F/5.6 & EF 500mm F/4 Lens...
How to Photograph Great Spotted Woodpeckers - Tutorial From a Bird Hide
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My Tips on photographing Great Spotted Woodpeckers - one of my favourite birds! In this video I share tips on Camera Settings, correct Exposure and how to use Perches for natural photos. I'm using a Canon R6 with Canon EF 500mm F/4 Lens in this bird photography hide. Note: Some of the woodpecker images were taken at other locations. If you'd like to book this hide visit: www.leedswildlife.co.uk...
Photographing Marsh Harriers from a Hide - But Do I Have Enough Reach? And Tips on Hide Photography
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I'm at Blacktoft Sands RSPB Bird Reserve to photograph Marsh Harriers - but do I have enough Focal Length? I'm using a Canon R6 Mirrorless Camera with EF 500mm Lens & 1.4x Extender, giving me a total 700mm, full frame. Will it be enough for these birds in flight? In this video I'm lucky to watch both male and female Marsh Harriers displaying - part of their courtship in Spring. I also get some ...
The Reality of Bird Photography in the UK - Visiting a Nature Reserve On a Wet Windy Day
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If you live in England you'll probably identify with this bird photography shoot on a cold rainy day - with flat light! It's my first visit to this Nature Reserve in Yorkshire today... but do I get any decent bird photos? Watch and find out! I'm using a Canon R6 with Canon EF 400mm F/5.6 Lens and a Black Rapid Strap . Do you have any ways with dealing with this kind of miserable weather.. or do...
Germany Bird Photography Tour - Goshawks, Kestrels & Urban Wildlife (Photos & Footage)
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My 2024 Bird Photography Tour to Germany (Late February). Photos & Video Footage: Wild Goshawks, Kestrels, Corvids and a host of Urban Wildlife. Join me in 2025 - see Details below: Germany Bird Photography Tour: Email Me: paul@naturephotographycourses.co.uk to be sent information on this Tour. On this tour we photographed the following species: Goshawk, Kestrel, Buzzard, Hooded Crow, Raven, Ja...
How do You Focus on More than one Bird? Birds in Flight Photography (Canon)
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When it comes to Birds in Flight Photography, Ducks are one of the toughest subjects! In this video I show you the techniques I'm working on and share my tips on photographing Ducks in Flight. I mostly use Large Zone AF for flight shots and sometimes Eye focus. Let me know in the Comments if you have any special techniques for photographing Ducks - both individually and in flocks. I'm using a C...
My Back-up Plan Paid Off! Efforts Rewarded on the Snow Covered Moors
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It's a nearly disastrous start to my morning's bird photography but, determined not to give in, I change plans and end up capturing some of my best ever bird photos! In this video I'm photographing from the car with a Canon R6 and Canon EF 500mm F/4 Lens. I'm also using a Wildlife Watching Supplies Double Beanbag over the car window. Watch this Video for Tips on Photographing Wildlife from a Ca...
How I'm Improving my Wildlife Photography this Year (2024)
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I'm working on some specific areas in my Wildlife Photography right now in order to improve. From Thought-processes to Clothing, there's lots you can do to get better photos! Here's just some things I'm doing myself in 2024. Please let me know in the Comments if you're working on anything specific to help your own nature photography. How I Improved MY Wildlife Photography in 2022: ua-cam.com/vi...
Bird Photography - 5 Simple Tips for Better Photos
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Try these 5 Simple Tips to improve your Bird Photography when out in the field. They'll save you time and ensure you don't miss shots! What tips and tricks do you use on a Bird Photography shoot? Let me know any hacks you use in the Comments below! Check out the 5 Mistakes I used to make in Wildlife Photography: ua-cam.com/video/GPFm5NsYpqA/v-deo.html Do you make any of these? My equipment: If ...
How to Make the Most of Dull Weather in Bird Photography
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I have the time and inclination.. but the Weather doesn't want to play ball! It's a really miserable January so far and I really want to get down by the water for some Bird Photography. But should I wait for better conditions to come along? If you enjoyed this video I think you'll like this one, in similar conditions: ua-cam.com/video/HwJXqxyqqig/v-deo.html My equipment: If you purchase any of ...
Just How Good is this Combo for Wildlife Photography? (Real-world Testing)
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Just How Good is this Combo for Wildlife Photography? (Real-world Testing)
Plans for my Wildlife Photography Channel in 2024
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Plans for my Wildlife Photography Channel in 2024
Wildlife Photography Up Close - The Grey Seals of Donna Nook
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Wildlife Photography Up Close - The Grey Seals of Donna Nook
The Canon Powershot Zoom for Wildlife - 'Pocket Rocket' or 'Compact Catastrophe'?
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The Canon Powershot Zoom for Wildlife - 'Pocket Rocket' or 'Compact Catastrophe'?
How to Photograph Wading Birds on the Beach - Coping with Bright Sun!
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How to Photograph Wading Birds on the Beach - Coping with Bright Sun!
How to Tell Why Your Bird Photos Aren't Sharp - Bird Photography for Beginners
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How to Tell Why Your Bird Photos Aren't Sharp - Bird Photography for Beginners
Birds in Flight Photography - How to Photograph Jays in Flight (Canon R6)
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Birds in Flight Photography - How to Photograph Jays in Flight (Canon R6)
Searching for Compositions in Rain and Fog
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Searching for Compositions in Rain and Fog
How to Photograph Wildlife on a Nature Reserve - My Top Tips!
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How to Photograph Wildlife on a Nature Reserve - My Top Tips!
Bird Photography by the Reed Beds - But Do I Get the Bearded Tits?
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Bird Photography by the Reed Beds - But Do I Get the Bearded Tits?
How to Photograph Autumn Close Ups - Useful Tips for Beginners (Canon R6 & EF 100mm F2.8 Macro Lens)
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How to Photograph Autumn Close Ups - Useful Tips for Beginners (Canon R6 & EF 100mm F2.8 Macro Lens)
My Autumn Bird Photography Project - But Do I Get My Special Image?
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My Autumn Bird Photography Project - But Do I Get My Special Image?
My Wildlife Photography Guides for Beginners & Intermediates
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My Wildlife Photography Guides for Beginners & Intermediates
Photographing this One Animal Became an Emotional Roller-coaster!
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Photographing this One Animal Became an Emotional Roller-coaster!
Everything I Learnt About Photographing Roe Deer: (Fieldcraft, Camera Settings & Techniques)
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Everything I Learnt About Photographing Roe Deer: (Fieldcraft, Camera Settings & Techniques)

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ZoeSaunders
    @ZoeSaunders 13 годин тому

    How can this work in a nature reserve?

  • @madcat1007
    @madcat1007 День тому

    You are dreaming if you think telephone wires add to a composition. I am beginning to think there are far too many so-called you-tube "experts". Most of them don't know what they are talking about, just post video after pointless video, spouting out the same old garbage.

  • @judirose8002
    @judirose8002 День тому

    Absolutely fantastic and beautifully captured! Thank you 🙏😍

  • @gllnfernando
    @gllnfernando 3 дні тому

    my problem with APriority is too much noise after

  • @Black73Cat
    @Black73Cat 4 дні тому

    Nice video. I'm really enjoying your channel, Paul. I've been a photographer all of my life and also a birder... But never really wanted to bring the two together. Recently got the urge to do that so have got myself a 200-600 and starting to learn a whole new genre of photography. Your vids are helping a lot. Thank you! Graeme

  • @63barty
    @63barty 5 днів тому

    Hi Paul, tried out the focus bracketing on Damselflies, worked a treat ! Thanks for the info on the subject. The only problem is that the TiFF files created by PS are huge - well over 1GB.

  • @michaelsmith-rk4de
    @michaelsmith-rk4de 15 днів тому

    Brilliant video enjoyed it

  • @catpeterson4577
    @catpeterson4577 17 днів тому

    Aloha for the 4th or 5th time this morning (Hawai'i Aleutian Time), BRILLIANT! It's your experience in a variety of environments with a variety of bird plumages which is really helpful. And now instead of wanting to toss my new R5 into the (Pacific) ocean, I'm game to do some more experimenting! Mahalo nui loa!

  • @catpeterson4577
    @catpeterson4577 17 днів тому

    Aloha (yet again) from Honolulu, I wanted a video (from you) focused on the AF settings and I found it. BRILLIANT! Just what I needed for thinking through the AF settings. Mahalo nui loa for sharing your knowledge and expertise. Appreciated. PS - the AF segment was NOT painful! It's just what I needed for problem solving and future experimentation.

  • @catpeterson4577
    @catpeterson4577 17 днів тому

    Aloha again from Honolulu, Another uber-useful video. Again, lots of great ideas to aid with my experimentation. Mahalo nui loa!

  • @catpeterson4577
    @catpeterson4577 17 днів тому

    Aloha from Honolulu, I'm shooting white terns in rapidly changing conditions: white tern against brilliant blue sky, then birds flying into the tree canopy. Your videos have been super helpful re. what to experiment with to get fewer blurry (white terns move fast!) and dark (in the canopy) shots. Mahalo nui loa!

  • @brianchandler1365
    @brianchandler1365 18 днів тому

    Top marks for the photos and lugging that lot around!

  • @ultrasportozonaazul1016
    @ultrasportozonaazul1016 19 днів тому

    I sold mine a few years agor....i have 2 R6 mark II but I bought 1DX last month just to feel the pleasure again 😁😁😁

  • @Bird_in_camera
    @Bird_in_camera 19 днів тому

    I love bird photography at his time of the year when all the migrants are about. i tend to find that many warblers are more approachable than our resident species, but like you say - patience is the key. If i get just ONE image out of a day, I am pleased.

    • @PaulMiguelPhotography
      @PaulMiguelPhotography 17 днів тому

      Great attitude to have.

    • @Bird_in_camera
      @Bird_in_camera 15 днів тому

      @@PaulMiguelPhotography Sometimes, I have a target but often I come back with something different and better.

  • @doug433
    @doug433 19 днів тому

    I use the R7 with the 600 f11 and get tack sharp shots. I use the 800 f11 (stabilizer off) on tripod and also get tack sharp shots.

  • @gerhardbotha7336
    @gerhardbotha7336 20 днів тому

    Yes. Yes you can. R7 + 500 F4 is mk 1 = healthy living !

  • @dust1415
    @dust1415 20 днів тому

    Paul finally got here. after many years wanting to go Yes, the birds are great to photograph, but boy the amount of people far too much and this was on a weekday. Only lasted two hours before the crowds just got too much for me

    • @PaulMiguelPhotography
      @PaulMiguelPhotography 17 днів тому

      Wow. Yes it can certainly get busy. Be thankful it wasn't a weekend! Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @DanielPetre
    @DanielPetre 21 день тому

    Shout out to the courageous mini spider at 09:51

  • @James_6600
    @James_6600 24 дні тому

    Great photos mate, i recently got my hands on the R6mk2 and love it, but I do have a severe hunting experience with the auto focus. Using a sigma 150-600 Contemporary lens and I'll get a second or w where it's sharp and then it will completely blur everything out and it takes a good few seconds to come back. Have you had this issue?

    • @PaulMiguelPhotography
      @PaulMiguelPhotography 22 дні тому

      Thanks. I don't get thi with my lenses. But never really tried that sigma lens.

    • @James_6600
      @James_6600 21 день тому

      @@PaulMiguelPhotography ah i hope it isnt the sigma itself, would force me to buy a different lens

  • @marilynzanca7712
    @marilynzanca7712 25 днів тому

    I Have a canon 100mm f2.8 and with my lens I find that even though I am close to the subject and have a low fstop still the background is not blurred like yours is. Is the something to do with the settings on the lense like infinity?

  • @KruellNationGaming
    @KruellNationGaming 25 днів тому

    What would have been helpful.. when describing the clothing. Give links below, give better description what the material is made of. You were vague and not very helpful with the muck coat.

  • @siejacyzamet1192
    @siejacyzamet1192 26 днів тому

    Hi Paul. Have you ever tried to attract warblers with sound? All these songbirds are very territorial and they don't accept any other male singing in their area. Playing sound of a different male even for a 2 - 5 seconds would probably cause the bird to change its place. When you find a good spot to photograph him within his territory you can move there and play sound to attract him. I'm not talking about harrasing birds with continous playback, just to be clear.

    • @PaulMiguelPhotography
      @PaulMiguelPhotography 17 днів тому

      I may try. I used to feel uncomfortable with that, but I think to do it once is maybe ok.

  • @lauriefish58
    @lauriefish58 27 днів тому

    Enjoyed the video Paul and thanks for the tips. I find song bird photography very difficult, trying to get sharp photos is not easy but hoping to practice more. Thanks!

  • @cjoe6908
    @cjoe6908 27 днів тому

    Good video. I am thinking of getting an L lens for shooting in the rainy days. This clip show how much fun it is. Thanks

  • @matthewgehly
    @matthewgehly 28 днів тому

    Great video, Paul! I always enjoy your content! 👍

  • @labandjbify
    @labandjbify 28 днів тому

    A real experience of how to photograph small birds. Everything you said was spot on and been there so many times. But when you do get the picture, just utter satisfaction. Well done Paul👍

  • @bolleolympus
    @bolleolympus 28 днів тому

    I'v never taken a photo of a bird that's behind something. Just klean shots from the side and moustly a littel in front so all the speks of the bird is visible.

  • @msmith2016
    @msmith2016 28 днів тому

    I'm going to give you a tip. You'd get a lot more looks if you ditched the bazooka and put the 100-500 with an extender on. Then you wouldn't need to haul furniture around with you to set it on.

  • @63barty
    @63barty 28 днів тому

    Everything comes to he who waits ! Nice video Paul

  • @dougedwards7570
    @dougedwards7570 28 днів тому

    because it was your first time- as you said, don't think your heart was really into it --- but the second Braken fiddlehead is awesome- and yes, it does take practise

  • @CamillaI
    @CamillaI 28 днів тому

    Love Sedge Warblers Paul great video 👍