Finally got my new copy from Nikon after some crazy ordering issues. So happy to finally have this lens, even if I can’t take it out until this weekend. This is the first adapted “F” lens that feels native. Extremely quick, quiet af and accurate.
Very excited… this will be my wife’s lens but she’ll share if she wants to use my 300mm 2.8G VRII. 😉
Just received this lens a few days ago and finally had a chance to get out for an hour with it. Not much to find in the evening other than this little guy. Taken with a D500. Will test the kit out with the Z7 in the next few days.
After a few years of wondering, my first impressions are in line with everything that's been said already on this board (thanks!).......this copy seems to be ever so slightly sharper than my 200-500 (which I've been very happy with).....not very different however. There's less vignetting but the VR may not be quite as good as the 200-500. The reduced weight and snappier AF are noticeable and appreciated though. Not owning a Z9, I think I'll be keeping the 200-500 for its versatility. It matches so well with the D500 and the D500 rarely misses the cAF.
I'd really be interested in seeing how different the files are between a D500 and a Z9 though (with the same lens). Would it be fair to compare with Z7 files as a close equivalent to Z9 files or are people noticing better files with the Z9 over the Z7? Obviously the cAF are very different but curious about still shots. Cheers!
I was out taking photos on a stunning spring day here in New York City. It was so nice that I stayed out taking photos even as the sun light turned harsh. That paid off when I spotted this robin and the cherry tree in full bloom. I moved to get the tree behind the robin and then got down low to create this composition.
I know that these birds are species many of you have chased and photographed, but they are firsts for me.
This spring’s wet conditions produced a rushing stream that ultimately makes it to the St. Croix River that divides MN from WI. The migrating warblers found this protected wetland stream surrounded by young trees. Lots of insects, fresh buds, and cover seemed to be the perfect mix. They hung out in this spot for two days… I visited the place on three occasions, as I am certain they will begin looking for nesting habitat soon.
I know I have an American Redstart and Yellow Warbler... I'd appreciate an ID if anyone knows the other species.
regards,
bruce
Nice photos. Your other warbler is a Chestnut -sided Warbler
Thanks Chloesview, that's how I had been describing it, but we have 30 species that migrate through MN, and I began to question my ID skills. While I will photograph birds, I a not a birder. The subtle differences between warblers, vireos, and their sexual dimorphic differences make is very hard to ID, even with field guides at hand. I knew someone (like you) would be able to confirm the species for me
Moving or even just dripping water is the key to attracting warblers and other migrants. It’s been pretty hectic in my yard over the last few days with 19 species of warblers on Saturday.
MikeInPa wrote:
Moving or even just dripping water is the key to attracting warblers and other migrants. It’s been pretty hectic in my yard over the last few days with 19 species of warblers on Saturday.
OwlsEyes wrote:
I know that these birds are species many of you have chased and photographed, but they are firsts for me.
This spring’s wet conditions produced a rushing stream that ultimately makes it to the St. Croix River that divides MN from WI. The migrating warblers found this protected wetland stream surrounded by young trees. Lots of insects, fresh buds, and cover seemed to be the perfect mix. They hung out in this spot for two days… I visited the place on three occasions, as I am certain they will begin looking for nesting habitat soon.
I know I have an American Redstart and Yellow Warbler... I'd appreciate an ID if anyone knows the other species.
regards,
bruce ...Show more →
Congrats Bruce. Your keen eye paid dividends here. Great find and very nice images. :-)
MikeInPa wrote:
Moving or even just dripping water is the key to attracting warblers and other migrants. It’s been pretty hectic in my yard over the last few days with 19 species of warblers on Saturday.
I simply cannot imagine such activity in my (or any) backyard. You have some fine shots in your blog. You've built a lovely environment to entice these tiny visitors. Well done!
It wasn't long ago where there were weeks or months between 500 PFs being listed in the B&S forum...now there are 7 sitting out there for sale, all listed in the last week.
Swamp Milkweed is way better than Common Milkweed. You can buy Swamp seeds from eBay quite cheaply. Probably a little too late for this year but worth a try.
I simply cannot imagine such activity in my (or any) backyard. You have some fine shots in your blog. You've built a lovely environment to entice these tiny visitors. Well done!
Regards,
Phil
Phil,
Most of the US warblers migrate through Texas so you would be surprised what you might get if you provide what they need.
I don’t possess the gene that allows me to identify birds by song or call. Merlin does it for me. I just leave it running and it tells me what it’s hearing.
