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Tamron 150-600 f/5-f/6.3 Compared To Other Zoom Lenses For Birds

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I came across this video on Youtube with a very interesting comparison between the Tamron 150-600 f/5-f/6.3 with other lenses such as Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L & 400mm f/5.6 prime.  I have both the Canon lenses but I find myself using the zoom lens a lot more since I need to go wide to locate the bird in the sky or a tree, then zoom in on him.  The prime lens doesn’t allow for that.  I really have to admire the physical strength of the photographer in this video, that Tamron weighs 1951 g (4.30 lb)!  By comparison, the Canon 100-400 zoom weighs 1380 g (3.04 lb) and it’s already hard enough for me to hold more than a few seconds!  More specs on this lens can be found in DPreview.

Photographer Of The Week – Arthur Morris

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This is a old feature I am resurrecting.  Each week, I will highlight a gallery of superb bird photography by a professional photographer.  I am hoping to provide inspiration both for eco-travel and for us to improve our photography skills.

This week, I am showcasing the gallery of  African Birds by Arthur Morris.  Since I am planning a trip there in the near future, I am excited to see what can be achieved, even though I don’t have near the skills Mr Morris has!   His work is copyrighted so I will simply link to his gallery.  He has a lot of other galleries linked at the top so enjoy!

Photographer Of The Week – Gary Jones

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This is an older feature I have resurrected.  Each week, I will highlight a gallery of superb bird photography by a professional photographer.  I am hoping to provide inspiration both for eco-travel and for us to improve our photography skills.

This week I am highlighting the dramatic bird photography of Gary Jones.  His photos are so crisp and bright you feel the birds could fly off the screen!  His work is copyrighted so please visit his blog to enjoy his stunning photos.

Photographer Of The Week – Steve Oakes

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This is a feature I am resurrecting.  Each week, I will highlight a gallery of superb bird photography by a professional photographer.  I am hoping to provide inspiration both for eco-travel and for us to improve our photography skills.

This week, I am showcasing the blog of British photographer Steve Oakes.  He has some amazing photos from the UK and various other places in Europe.  His work is copyrighted so please view his work on his blog directly.

Video Workshop – Lenses For Bird Photography

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Grab a drink and a snack as this video on lenses using Canon gear is 2 hours long!  But there is an amazing amount of information here and the instructor has some gorgeous award-winning bird photos!

Towards the end of the video, around 1:50 he talks about traveling with all those heavy lenses on planes.   He has a different kind of vest which serves a similar function to my Scottevests.

Photographer Of The Week – Tim Laman

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This is a older feature I am resurrecting.  Each week, I will highlight a gallery of superb bird photography by a professional photographer.  I am hoping to provide inspiration both for eco-travel and for us to improve our photography skills.

This week, I am showcasing the gallery of Tim Laman.  He has some outstanding shots of Birds of Paradise, both from West Papua (where I was in March 2013) and in Papua New Guinea (where I want to go but am afraid to)!  Also check out his Bowerbird gallery, I’ve seen various Bowerbirds in West Papua and Australia but I don’t get shots like these!  Since his work is copyrighted, I encourage you to check out his amazing photos on his website.

Quick Photography Tip – Silica Gel

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Most birders have been there.  It’s early in the morning and you spot an absolutely stunning bird and you reach for your camera……………only to find the lens all fogged up!

This is a common problem in hot, humid places such as rainforests.  One thing you can do to avoid this problem is to keep silica gel packets in your camera bag.  It’s pretty easy to acquire them for free.  They are often included in food products and bottles of medication to prevent spoilage.

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20GB Free Cloud Storage With Copy.com – Good For Photographers

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One thing about birders is that we take a lot of pictures.  One of the worst things that could happen to you is having your camera lost or stolen and losing all those precious photos.  Copy.com is offering 20GB of free cloud storage.  You get 15 when you sign up and 5 when you confirm your email address.

This link gives me a 5GB bonus if you click through it when you join.  Once you have an account, you will also get a link to pass on to your friends & family.

Join Copy.com

If you are unfamiliar with cloud storage, they have a series of video tutorials.

“Beauty of Costa Rica” Photography Contest

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Hurry because the last day to enter is 31 Oct.  Who wants to win a FREE 5 night stay at Selva Verde, Costa Rica?  Airfare not included, but we know how to get there on the cheap!  Good luck to all who enter!

Show us your best “Beauty Of Costa Rica” photos for a chance to win a 50% off coupon for a 3 night stay at Selva Verde OR this month’s book title: The Wildlife of Costa Rica: A Field Guide by Fiona A. Reid, Twan Leenders, Jim Zook & Robert Dean

Winners will also be entered into a draw for the Grand Prize – an all inclusive 5 night stay for 2 at Selva Verde!

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“Beauty Of Costa Rica” Photo Contest runs from
Sept 1, 2013 to Oct 31, 2013 – 5:00pm PST.

Contest Prizes

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Contest Prize

One winner will be randomly drawn from all eligible contest entries. If you win, you can choose from one of the following two prizes:

50% Off on Up to 3 Nights at Selva Verde

  • 50% off meals and accommodations
  • Based on availability
  • Discount applies to 1 room only
  • Discount does not apply to ground transfers, tours, or taxes
  • Good for travel within 12 months of Jun.30, 2013.

OR

“Beauty of Costa Rica” Book Selection:

2013 Grand Prize

One lucky Grand Prize Winner will be selected from all 2013 mini contest entries by a panel of expert judges.

The Grand Prize winner will win a FREE 5 night stay at Selva Verde Lodge in Costa Rica, including:

  • 5 night stay for 2 at Selva Verde
  • Daily breakfast, lunch & dinner for 2
  • Ground transfers from San Jose
  • All taxes
  • An art piece from a Sarapiqui artist (to be announced!)
  • Based on availability
  • Good for travel anytime within 2014

This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered, or associated with Facebook. You are providing your information to Selva Verde Resort and not to Facebook. The information you provide will only be used to determine the winners of this contest.

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