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  1. safariranger

    Entry level video camera for nature filming

    Good day, I would like to get an entry level video camera for general nature filming, but have no idea where to begin. It would be nice to shoot with at least 4K and have a camera that can shoot under poor light conditions as well as something with a reasonable zoom. Not sure if this is the best...
  2. safariranger

    Stint - South Africa

    Hi, there has been some thoughts on this stint being a rarity. I don't want to mention which just yet. I would appreciate any and all opinions of those who know their waders well on what they would say this is. These photos are not mine but being shared from those who have manged to photograph...
  3. safariranger

    Which Lesser Black-backed Gull spp, South Africa

    The following Lesser Black-backed Gull has been present at a large inland dam in South Africa since the beginning of Oct. There has been a lot of speculation as to which sub-species this particular bird may belong to, or if indeed it could be a new species altogether for South Africa. Typically...
  4. safariranger

    Removing red-eyes from birds in Photoshop CS5

    What would be the best way to remove the red-eyes from the attached African Wood Owl photo. Using Photoshop CS5? Thanks
  5. safariranger

    Photographing Birds in Flight with Canon 5D

    I am hoping I can get some advice here on photographing birds in flight, using my Canon 5D III with 300 f2.8 lens. I love photographing birds in flight, but am often disappointed as I cant get the camera/lens focused on the bird in time. Often for things like swifts the initial try will see the...
  6. safariranger

    Madagascar or Asian Lesser Cuckoo? - Mozambique

    Hi, we have both these species occurring in Southern Africa as rare vagrants. To make things worse it seems these two species are virtually impossible to tell apart in the field? Madagascar Cuckoo should not be present in the region at this time of year, but an individual has been reported from...
  7. safariranger

    USA birding

    I am looking at visiting the USA with my family and was wondering if there is a particular guide book on birds that would be recommended? Also when would be the best time for birding? Thanks :t:
  8. safariranger

    Stonechat or Whinchat?

    PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE COMMENTING. I would like some feedback, particularly from those who are familiar with Whinchat's. The attached photo was taken in South Africa, and although one would be inclined to quickly say that it would then have to be a Stonechat, there has been a few sightings of...
  9. safariranger

    Using my flash correctly

    I am looking for some assistance on using my external flash (580EX II) when shooting with a 5D III and 300 f2.8 lens. Usually I am always shooting using the AV preference on my camera, but when doing anything at night I find the shutter speed is too slow and if the subject moves slightly...
  10. safariranger

    What to do with a distracting background?

    Hi, I recently took this photo of a Spotted Eagle Owl. An ok shot I suppose but I find the background very distracting, and am wondering if there is a way one can clean up the background? Ideally if I could remove the branch running from the top right behind the bird and replace it with more of...
  11. safariranger

    Photoshop CS5 - How do I?

    Can someone please tell me what I need to do to get the file size back when you are about to save a photo? For some reason when I save a photo and the last pop up box appears allowing you to decide on the size of the file under Image Options, it now no-longer shows me the size in numbers. How...
  12. safariranger

    Photoshop CS5 tutorials specific to birds/mammals

    Hi, I am trying to find any tutorials on CS5 that are more directly related to working on bird and or mammal photos. I have the book "Photoshop CS5 book for Digital Photographers" by Scott Kelby, but I find most of his book, although very user friendly works more on portraits, landscapes etc...
  13. safariranger

    Isabelline Wheatear - Mozambique

    Can those who are more familiar with this species please comment on this being a possible Isabelline Wheatear. This is a very rare species for Southern Africa and would like to put the word out as soon as possible if it is in fact this species. Thank you
  14. safariranger

    Bird Hides/Blinds for photography in CR

    Hi, I am heading to CR in Feb for two weeks and as a keen photographer am wondering if there are any good sites to visit where there are bird hides/blinds setup that can be productive? At this stage my itinerary is as follows: Manuel Antonio Monteverde Arenal Observatory Lodge La Selva Bio...
  15. safariranger

    Costa Rica - advice

    I am visiting Costa Rica in February for two weeks an have already planned to go to Monteverde, Arenal Observatory Lodge and the La Selva Biological Station. Besides these places I know a local bird guide has mentioned that he will take me to Carara NP. Where else could I go to see new...
  16. safariranger

    Wandering Albatross Complex

    Wandering Albatross Complex, South Africa, South West of Cape Point Any sea bird experts out there? I am trying to help a friend with an ID on this bird. He has some ideas on what it may be, but isn't certain. Photographed on a pelagic trip off the southern tip of South Africa...
  17. safariranger

    Harrier - South Africa

    Can anyone give a conclusive answer on whether this is a Pallid or Montagu's Harrier. Unfortunately this was the only shot I managed of the bird, and looking through references of the two species it seems one cannot separate these two species from a shot like this. Am hoping I a wrong.
  18. safariranger

    Problems with viewing RAW images

    I am not sure if I am asking at the right place, but hope someone can help. I have a 20D and have always been viewing RAW images through Adobe Bridge. I recently used a friend's 1D IV, and can not view the RAW images taken with her camera. I am presuming there is a simple download somewhere to...
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    Old Canon 300 f2.8 vs new Canon 300 II f2.8

    I have had my eye on the 400 f2.8 for a wile now, but just can't convince myself to spend that kind of money on buying it, so have been looking at the 300 as a slightly cheaper alternative. My question is: does the new changes to the latest Canon 300 II f2.8 warrant paying the extra cash...
  20. safariranger

    South Africa - Northern parts

    Any suggestions on what the following could be would be appreciated. Every year at this time we have a particular road where both River Warbler and Thrush Nightingale can be heard and possibly seen. While waiting for a River warbler to make an appearance this bird popped up in an adjacent bush...
  21. safariranger

    Buzzard id from South Africa

    Hi, the following buzzard was photographed in South Africa recently, and while one would tend to lean towards either Steppe or Forest Buzzard, because they are by far the more common and likely species, I am wondering why this could not be a Long-legged Buzzard. These birds have been recorded in...
  22. safariranger

    Benoni, Johannesburg, South Africa

    A resident in the Lakefield suburb of Benoni took this photo a few days ago. Any suggestions on what this raptor may be will be very welcome. Thanks Robert
  23. safariranger

    Bird ID? - Australia - Perth - Kings Park

    I saw this bird in Kings Park, Perth and am not sure about the id. I have a few more photos of this bird, but this is probably the best. Thanks Robert
  24. safariranger

    Darwin and Kakadu Birding

    I will be visiting Australia in July and plan on doing a trip up to Darwin and on to Kakadu to do some birding. Does anyone have good suggestions on where to see certain more uncommon species in this area? I would especially like to see Rainbow Pitta, Gouldian Finch, Banded Fruit Dove, Rufous...
  25. safariranger

    Australia Bird Books

    Can anyone tell me if the book "Where to Find Birds in Australia" by John Bransbury is a worth while buy, and what the latest edition is? Thanks Robert
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