How to Photograph Flying Birds: Shutter Speed, Aperture, Focus Mode, Exposure, Lighting & Location

11 years 2 months ago - 11 years 3 weeks ago #270038 by PhotographyTalk
Getting started photographing moving birds can be very challenging and for many overwhelming on where to start. In this tutorial from 'Tony Northrup', you'll learn everything you need to get started from recommended gear, camera settings, location and a few other important tips!

Enjoy:
Nikon D600 | Nikon D7100 | Nikon D800 | Canon 5D Mark III | Nikon D5200


Recommended Reading:
The Bird Photography Field Guide
On Feathered Wings: Birds in Flight
Creative Bird Photography: Essential Tips and Techniques
Art of Bird Photography: The Complete Guide to Professional Field Techniques
National Audubon Society Guide to Nature Photography


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11 years 2 months ago #270043 by chasrich
Spot on advice. I've spent a lot of time trying to improve my BIF shots. This fellow has given you all the correct tips and could have saved me a few hundred hours of practic. :judge: :goodpost:

“Amateurs worry about equipment, professionals worry about money, masters worry about light, I just make pictures… ” ~ Vernon Trent
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11 years 2 months ago #270052 by fm48
Very good stuff. :thx2:


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11 years 2 months ago #270547 by Garbo
Good tip :judge:

Nikon D300: 24-70 2.8 | 70-200 2.8 VR |Sigma 150 2.8 | 50 1.4 | SB-800
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11 years 2 months ago #270568 by Elk33
Great Tips, Thanks


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11 years 2 months ago #270896 by J Hemingway
That was worth the click


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11 years 2 months ago #271613 by Frank The Tank
Thanks for sharing


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11 years 2 months ago #272049 by Justin
Panning for birds :rofl:

Very nice to meet you!
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11 years 2 months ago #272059 by Baydream
Spot on advice.

Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
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11 years 1 month ago #273536 by imajik1
Well produced and clearly explained... :)

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