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p.2 #1 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Edward Rotberg wrote:
Beautiful Shasoc! Good to hear that about the 40D. My plan had been to wait for the issues to get resolved with 1DMkIII and then buy one and use my 20D for backup. I still want the 1-series, but maybe I can sell the 20D and throw in a bit more cash to get the 40D as well - very tempting.

= Ed =

Hi, Ed. Thanks. My plan also was, and still is, to get the MKIII once all the issues have been solved. However the local photo store manager, who knows me, invited me to try the 40 D. I tried it and I kept it.

I'm getting a lot more keepers with this camera.
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Sep 11, 2007 at 04:30 AM

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p.2 #2 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Kingfishphoto wrote:
Wow ! beautiful images, per usual. I think you may be right about the focus and exposures, however all your posted images seem to have great focus. Now if you want to get rid of that old junker body, ill pay the shipping to PA. Cheers Harry

Hi, Harry. Goof to hear from you. Thanks for the comments.

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Sep 11, 2007 at 04:32 AM

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p.2 #3 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Doug Bentlage wrote:
Wowser! Each one of these is outstanding. If I had to pick a favorite, I could narrow it down to 1, 3 and 8. The female Cardinal is just beautiful with the color combinations and that wild bg.

Doug

Thanks, Doug. Cardinals are still molting, and I,m avoiding to shoot them, but that female seemed to look fine and was in a very good spot for a nice picture.

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Sep 11, 2007 at 04:36 AM

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p.2 #4 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Mattbtn wrote:
Fantastic shots Shasoc. I was waiting a bit to get a 40D and have really been waiting to see some real life pics on subjects I'm use to shooting. I was in Best Buy today and loved the way it felt in my hand and I had a hard time not coming home and ordering one.

I know the 500mm F/4 adds a lot to the image, but man those look awesome!

Tanks for your comments, Mattbtn. I'm really surprised by the AF performance of this camera. I hope you'll get a chanche to shoot with one soon.

Socrate

Sep 11, 2007 at 04:39 AM

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p.2 #5 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Bmetcan wrote:
Excellent shots Socrate. Send them to Canon to use as marketing pics for the 40D.

Steve

Thanks for the comments and the suggestion, Steve.

Socrate

Sep 11, 2007 at 04:40 AM

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p.2 #6 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Dave In La wrote:
outstanding Socrate.....your skill and nature's beauty make the 40D shine

Thanks for the comments. You are very kind, Dave.

Socrate

Sep 11, 2007 at 04:41 AM

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p.2 #7 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

hnilsson wrote:
These are shots to be proud of. Well done.

Thank you. I appreciate your words.

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Sep 11, 2007 at 04:42 AM

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p.2 #8 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Hi Socrate,

These are really outstanding. Not sure I can pick a favorite. I have been unsuccessful getting such a sharp, well-lighted and well-posed butterfly. Way to go on those. Enjoyed the hummers, cardinal and chickadee too!!

Sep 11, 2007 at 04:46 AM

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p.2 #9 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Wow! These are exceptional. Crisp exposures and sharpness. Congrats.

Sep 11, 2007 at 05:38 AM

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p.2 #10 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

The images are super!
Please advise where you can order the 40D?

Shaun

Sep 11, 2007 at 05:42 AM

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p.2 #11 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Wow!! Congrats, what an amazing set of captures! You can indeed send those to Canon

Claude

Sep 11, 2007 at 09:34 AM

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p.2 #12 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Socrate! Just amazing images! The butterflys and hummers are so very sharp and detailed! The eyes are so sharp I can see your reflection in some! Wonderful work!
dan

Sep 11, 2007 at 10:08 AM

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p.2 #13 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

These are all beautiful Socrate

... Thanks for the info on, and demonstration with the 40D. Your work is always a joy to see..... Take care

Sep 11, 2007 at 11:32 AM

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p.2 #14 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Great shots, The colors are just perfect and the focus dead on, Ron

Sep 11, 2007 at 12:17 PM

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p.2 #15 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Congrats on the new camera and great series Socrate. Very nice detail and wonderful shots.
Gene

Sep 11, 2007 at 12:19 PM

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p.2 #16 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Stunning shots! Keep up the great work. Hatch

Sep 11, 2007 at 01:37 PM

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p.2 #17 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

All beautiful. The color and texture that was caught on the butterfly is amazing. Steve W

Sep 11, 2007 at 01:51 PM

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p.2 #18 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

beautiful images

Sep 11, 2007 at 02:27 PM

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p.2 #19 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Awhsome Socrate, a really fine series I'm still waiting for mine.
Lou

Sep 11, 2007 at 02:28 PM

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p.2 #20 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Stunning Socrate.
I've been solidly on the fense about possibly "upgrading" to a 40D from my 30D instead of trying to find a used MKIIn. Ive seen soo many post with mixed results from the 40D and nothing like this so far, you may have just made my mind.
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Very well done.

Sep 11, 2007 at 02:53 PM

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p.2 #21 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Gee thanks
Now Im really debating selling my IIN and getting a 40D and more glass....hmmmmm

Sep 11, 2007 at 03:54 PM

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p.2 #22 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

pdog109 wrote:
Very nice shots, my favorites are 4, 7 and 8.
The hummer shots are fantastic, really excellent job freezing these little guys.

Thanks for looking and commenting, pdog109.
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Sep 12, 2007 at 03:33 AM

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p.2 #23 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

shelleyc wrote:
Wow these are excellent Socrate... now I don't know who to give credit to. You or the camera.

I know the camera is only as good as the guy/gal behind the lens. Wonderful job on all of these.

Thanks for your kind words, Shelley.

Socrate

Sep 12, 2007 at 03:34 AM

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p.2 #24 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

tvsphoto wrote:
Absolutely wonderful photos.
I can't wait to get my 40D (It's on order)

Thanks for the comments, tvsphoto. I hope you'll get yours soon. Enjoy it.

Socrate

Sep 12, 2007 at 03:35 AM

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p.2 #25 · 40D Hummers & butterflies (8)

Mr Zoom wrote:
Heck of a way to show case the new camera, Socrate. Exceptional in every regard!!! I noticed when upgrading from the XT to the XTi I had about the same exposure differences. Must be Canon's new modus operandi with metering - favoring slightly underexposed as opposed to risking highlight clipping.

Ken

Thanks for your comments, Ken. I believe you're not to far from the truth about Canon's new modus operandi with metering.
Socrate

Sep 12, 2007 at 03:37 AM


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