A Middletown, Maryland, resident, Dr. Robert VandenBosch practices with the Seton Medical Group as primary care physician. Among Dr. Robert VandenBosch’s favorite activities is photography and he has earned amateur photographer award recognition.
One of the most challenging aspects of photography is capturing fast-moving objects such as birds across a wide range of backdrops. In fast action situations, it makes sense to invest in a camera that has 6 to 9 frames per second capacities and a shutter speed of 1/2000 of a second or higher. With lower shutter speeds, motion blur that cannot be resolved in post-production becomes a major issue.
Just as important is focus acquisition speed, and an auto-focus system is an essential for clear images of birds in flight. Look for auto ISO features that automatically adjust ISO depending on light conditions and set the minimum shutter speed at 1/1000, with the aperture set to its maximum. This helps ensure a stable and clear view in changing lighting situations, including when birds leave foliage for open sky flight.
Cameras such as the Canon 7D Mark II and Nikon D500 are ideal for capturing fast flight situations. They are designed to comfortably accommodate high-end 200 to 800mm lenses, ideally equipped with teleconverters and optical stabilization. Keep in mind that, with the 500mm range lens and above, tripods will be required, as the camera is too heavy and bulky to comfortably hold in the hands.
One of the most challenging aspects of photography is capturing fast-moving objects such as birds across a wide range of backdrops. In fast action situations, it makes sense to invest in a camera that has 6 to 9 frames per second capacities and a shutter speed of 1/2000 of a second or higher. With lower shutter speeds, motion blur that cannot be resolved in post-production becomes a major issue.
Just as important is focus acquisition speed, and an auto-focus system is an essential for clear images of birds in flight. Look for auto ISO features that automatically adjust ISO depending on light conditions and set the minimum shutter speed at 1/1000, with the aperture set to its maximum. This helps ensure a stable and clear view in changing lighting situations, including when birds leave foliage for open sky flight.
Cameras such as the Canon 7D Mark II and Nikon D500 are ideal for capturing fast flight situations. They are designed to comfortably accommodate high-end 200 to 800mm lenses, ideally equipped with teleconverters and optical stabilization. Keep in mind that, with the 500mm range lens and above, tripods will be required, as the camera is too heavy and bulky to comfortably hold in the hands.