Wonderful images guys! The tones in Douglas' and Don's Elk images are breathtaking!
Re: Alliance, the changes have even affected my vantage points, but I will say that a media credential is next to worthless. That is not necessarily a bad thing in a climate where "media" credentials are handed out like popcorn to anyone with a camera more sophisticated than a point and shoot. I remember back a number of years ago when one guy argued that he deserved "All Access" to a show, "because he spent a lot of money on a big white lens!" Truthfully, every year I am amazed at the imagery that is produced by guys/gals in the photo pit, or just wandering the field, many are better than what I got with my unlimited access.
Zane Adams wrote:
Great shots from Alliance...from what I hear about the setup... Jim had the best seat in the house (again? ) The folks that had media passes were very unhappy about being stuck in a corner with no view to the north. Alliance may never be the same great spectator event that it was in the past. Real shame.
I took an opportunity to camp at the east Texas phenomenon that is the Reklaw Fly-in again this year...sounded like a better time to me.
The 6D spent pretty much the entire day on aperture priority @ 1/125 sec. hehe
Thank you, Don. You got some great shots of the bull elks too! My ideal shot of a bull elk would be one blowing out steam from his mouth into golden morning light. I got that last year but not this year. This time there was no sunlight and it wasn't cold enough. I read that elks were introduced to West Virginia too several years ago, to have enough of them to attract tourists like me.
I too have been amazed at some of the folks who have shown up with media credentials in the last few years.
I haven't applied for the last two years because of the simple fact that Warbird Radio ceased to exist in May of 2020 and I am no longer doing the work. I got some great content and made good contacts for the shows I was doing at Alliance. But I really don't feel comfortable applying for a pass I don't deserve. Apparently, my kind conscience is an odd thing in some circles.
I do have a pass for this weekend's CAF show in Dallas...but I was basically invited by some friends so... I'm good with that.
Indeed your ethics are rare, and to be respected and admired! You just let me know if you need an All Access for AFW and it will be waiting for you, and I don't care if it's for shots to keep on your phone, you are in my friend.
Douglas L wrote:
Nice prop. motion, Zane!
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Thank you, Don. You got some great shots of the bull elks too! My ideal shot of a bull elk would be one blowing out steam from his mouth into golden morning light. I got that last year but not this year. This time there was no sunlight and it wasn't cold enough. I read that elks were introduced to West Virginia too several years ago, to have enough of them to attract tourists like me.
Thanks, Douglas ! I was real happy to get them in the river and get a big bull without an ugly collar.
Don
I just dropped off a PM to Anwar to advise him that we are concerned for his well-being because of not having seen or heard from him here. I’ll let us all know when I hear from him.
I'm battling with myself over whether to spring for a 600/III or not. A reasonable case could be made for the fact that the 100-500 gets awfully close, the 200-400/1/4 gets within 40mm, albeit at a higher f-stop. The images from Douglas and his Sony 600 got me chewing on the question again. That incredible f/4 depth of field, razor sharp focus, inimitable background, they are the only lenses that get you there.
I wouldn't do the RF version if I lost my mind and ordered one, you can always pop an RF adapter on it.Having just lightened my load by selling the 800mm, do I jump back in with the (lighter) 600? I'm teetering . My Canon guy had a 600/III sitting there this past weekend but I knew that it was in demand and he was already being so good to me I didn't want to snag it for the day to see how the R3 liked it.
Today's technology gets one so close and gives you so many options, that it is difficult to decide what the best route to go is.
Littlefield wrote:
Thanks, Jim ! Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II.
Don
+1 on that lens!! I will vouch for its quality. It may not have the reach of the 500 or 600, but given its cost vs performance when compared to the longer glass, it is a really good investment.
My little R6 is really kicking it. 20 mp appears to be more than enough for my purposes. How can the sharpness remain when cropped so tight? The photo above is cropped about 20% and that is what I submitted to the paper...then they cropped it more:
Danpbphoto wrote:
Brian, I am amazed, shouldn't be though, at how crisp and sharp the images are! Not that any others posted are not! It is just that all are so well done!
Great work up North!
Dan
Thank you Dan, the D850 is one of the best dslrs out there, the files still amaze me
) The folks that had media passes were very unhappy about being stuck in a corner with no view to the north. Alliance may never be the same great spectator event that it was in the past. Real shame. 
