Captured a moment at a regional park in SoCal where a house finch was attempting to drink water from the drinking fountain - interestingly there's a reservoir at this park too.
Very distinct call, most pics it was behind a thin spider web so this was one of if not the clearest pic I could get from where I was.
Check out my stuff on @tinylenstalesig on insta and @tinylenstalesyt on YouTube. Macro, close-up, and nature photography, and sometimes video too. I appreciate it!
Single shots on the OM-1MKII and M.Zuiko 90mm f/3.5, f11-f13 - ISO 200 - 1/100s. It was a small fast mover and that's an oak tree leaf it's on for reference.
f/13 50 stack zuiko 90mm - lacewing found deceased
f/13 11 stack zuiko 90mm - lacewing found almost deceased - some movement
f/10 29 stack zuiko 90mm - moth - found deceased
f/13 single shot zuiko 90mm - Seed Bug alive and moving
f/8 15 stack in-camera zuiko 60mm - Dragonfly alive sitting still
f/8 single shot zuiko 60mm - Dragonfly alive sitting still
Shot handheld on the OM-1 Markii, zuiko 60mm and 90mm lenses - since returned the 60mm and kept the 90mm. Both lenses have their pros and cons, just kept the 90mm since I got it at a pretty good deal.
Stacks done with Helicon Focus, Method C - Used OM's level 2 focus differential for all stacked shots except maybe the dragonfly was level 3.
I'm new to the OM system and trying to dial things in so I have the right settings for the right magnification and bug size in different scenarios. With my Sony I used to prefer avoiding shooting deceased bugs although since this camera's strength is focus bracketing in the field I'll take all the practice I can get at these M43 magnification levels! Any feedback welcomed.
"The long-jawed orb weaver's diet consists mainly of small flying insects, particularly aquatic emergents such as mayflies, midges, gnats, and caddisflies, which helps keep insect populations in check and reduces the risk of these pests landing in or laying eggs in the pond water. "
A favorite photo from my recent birding vlog in SoCal: https://youtu.be/pWuMu6KSEu8?is=SyM-zpmlOgsgglsf
This is a 33 image handheld focus stack using the focus ring method with the Sony a7RV in lossy compressed RAW file mode, EFCS on, hi+ burst mode for 10 fps with the Godox V1s at 1/64 power. Not a perfect result although acceptable I think, what do you think? The background is pond netting and the color of daylight reflecting on the water. Note: pseudo-handheld as I was resting my arm on the pond's edge. These guys are naturally very still subjects so are perfect for practicing manual focus stacking.
The sale on eBay is on again until Friday. Just thought I’d pass this on, it’s worth signing up for their email newsletter on their website so you can catch these sales before they sell out of the popular stuff. I just ordered my first OM camera so pretty excited to explore this new camera system and join the community online!
Settings for all photos are 1/1600 ss (mech), auto iso, and f9 - I just recently started using this lens and so far these settings have been the best so far for IQ. Shooting lossless compressed RAW and Hi+ burst AF-C and either bird or animal eye AF. I've provided the "original" versions exported to jpeg and then the post processed photos using DxO PureRAW 6 and LrC. Hope this helps anyone seeking image examples using this lens. Note: some image files from the A7R V are too large for Reddit so these are reduced file sizes (open image in new tab to get a better perspective). Hope to get some BIF opportunities to play around with the best settings for those too.
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Timestamped album: https://imgur.com/a/iFlzgHd
Selling my lightly used Sony macro lenses. Excellent condition overall.
US shipping paid by buyer. All payments via PayPal G&S, fees covered.
Willing to negotiate when buying more than one lens.
Checkout my other sale for the Sony A6700 camera body with extras, $1,200 here: https://www.reddit.com/r/photomarket/s/au4pVy3FnQ
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Handheld single shots on the A7R V, no stacking.
Single shot: SONY ILCE-7RM5, FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter, ISO 250 140 mm ƒ13 1/250 s
Updated 5/30: Now offering individual prices per feedback:
Lens = $850
Body = $1,250
Original post:
[S] [USA-CA] Sony a6700 Body + SEL70350G lens + Extras
Timestamped album: https://imgur.com/a/a6700-70-350-ulanzi-fan-kit-extras-imT3YQU
Selling my lightly used a6700 and Sony E 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS Lens plus extras. Excellent condition overall.
**Camera:**
- Shutter count: 16,431
- Reason for selling: freeing up funds for a new lens
- Includes: 1 Sony NP-FZ100 battery, smallrig cage, lens caps, body cap, and ulanzi fan kit
- DOES NOT INCLUDE: side grip, wrist strap, Peak Design anchors, SD card, or charger.
**Lens:**
- Glass is clean
- Includes: Front/rear caps, hood, and filter
Asking $2,100 for the whole kit.
Local pickup in SoCal at a bank location convenient to both. Prefer to meet during bank business hours at a mutually convenient bank branch (e.g., Chase, Bank of America, etc.). Cash/Zelle only.
Thanks for looking!
I came upon this scene on a walk, from the looks of it maybe the bee had fallen from a bird's beak given the condition it's in, unless it was all the ants?
SONY ILCE-7RM5
FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM OSS + 1.4X Teleconverter
(ISO 100 140 mm ƒ13 1/250 s)
Sample photos taken with the Sony a6700 and each lens.
Will consider a trade for a Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lens in good condition.
Thank you for your interest!
In the SGV area.