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      03-09-2013, 01:31 PM   #4154
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Originally Posted by M_Six View Post
Lessons learned on my first BIF outing:

1. You were spot on, Dave. ISO 800. You really need ~+2EV or you get nice bird silhouettes.

2. You miss lots of good shots if you spend time chimping.

3. The 6D's buffer *sucks* compared to the 7D's. I think "6D" comes from the number of times I said DAMN! while waiting for the buffer to clear.

4. The 6D's AI Servo seems plenty accurate for me. It even held focus through branches for a short distance. (See below.)

5. The 400mm f5.6 is one sharp lens. Check out the 100% crop below.
Even with the +EV, I'd raise the Shadows some more in post, then work Micro Contrast a little to bring out feather graduations.

Dave
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