Our first day of Base Camp shooting was GREAT! I know that while I write this post the Campers are busily panickly uploading lots of cards, enjoying their images, reading tonight’s lesson and preparing for a 5AM departure. And, I’m sure we’re all too excited to get much sleep with thoughts of tomorrow’s possibilities when this is the least of today’s opportunities!
Getting this close to prime bulls in great light is what wildlife photography is all about! And like I said, this was the least of today’s shooting! I should add I don’t prefer photographing big game with a focal length greater than 400mm. In this case, with safety in mind and the fact that optical compression wasn’t going to change my message, working at 1000mm worked out perfectly.
Special kudos to Frank at Crown Camera who saved the day by getting a new D3 (w/the Moose discount no less) to a Camper who’s camera had an unfortunate day. Thanks Frank!
Photos captured by D3, 600VR w/TC-17e on Lexar UDMA digital film
