A Year of Wildlife Photography
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POV Autumn Wildlife Photography
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@JustSenix
@JustSenix 2 күн бұрын
I got a question I have the a7r3 is it ok for wildlife?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 2 күн бұрын
I’m sure it would be great, the main thing I’ve seen online is the autofocus system in that particular camera isn’t very strong, so that could make capturing some things a little more difficult. At the end of the day, whatever camera you have or are thinking of getting, would be good, it’s more so the lens that will make a big difference when you’re first starting out.
@JustSenix
@JustSenix Күн бұрын
@@CurtisSnapshot ye I just sold my a7r3 for a a74 cus I need that better af
@JustSenix
@JustSenix 2 күн бұрын
Sony e mount?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 2 күн бұрын
Yup!
@halinashtukowskapanietywsz2874
@halinashtukowskapanietywsz2874 3 күн бұрын
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@JeremyNeipp
@JeremyNeipp 5 күн бұрын
So funny 😂😂 love this and it’s hilarious to me how birds do that panting when they are getting frustrated or territorial
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 5 күн бұрын
Haha thanks Jeremy! It was pretty amazing to see the owl react to a bumble bee in such a way!
@yyao3895
@yyao3895 7 күн бұрын
I am thinking to get the 1.4x teleconverter or just get 6700 instead, any suggestions?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 7 күн бұрын
The crop factor of the a6700 would put the 200-600mm lens at an equivalent of 900mm, giving you more reach without the potential quality loss or loss of light associated with a teleconverter. I think that could be a really good setup.
@RJ-wy6cx
@RJ-wy6cx 8 күн бұрын
Great idea great content thank you again😅
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for commenting, glad you enjoyed the video!
@madhatter8088
@madhatter8088 9 күн бұрын
Great photos.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 8 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@Nik-Nak_Benjo
@Nik-Nak_Benjo 10 күн бұрын
Hello, i like your photos a lot but i dont unterstand how you manage to take these shots with such a high ISO but without image noise. Can you explain how you do that?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
Hey, thank you for your kind words about my photos! The quick answer is DXO denoise. When using a teleconverter, there's a loss of light, which often requires a higher ISO. The a7iv does a great job at handling noise as long as the photo is well exposed. At the time I created this video, I relied on DXO to denoise the images. Since then, I've refined my techniques to avoid shooting at such high ISOs whenever possible. While I still use denoising software occasionally, I find that the built-in denoising features in Lightroom are now more than powerful enough to handle any noise issues. I hope that was somewhat helpful!
@emilylee5353
@emilylee5353 10 күн бұрын
I love your wonder and excitement. That you actually take the time to observe. Not just get a shot a move on. Also appreciate the respect and care you show for the souls you're photographing. That you are mindful of any distress you may be causing. 🙏🏼
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the comment. I do my best to showcase ethical practices through my work and stay open-minded, as there’s always more to learn!
@Adrian.Mueller
@Adrian.Mueller 10 күн бұрын
The effort you put into these is just amazing, I gotta say. I find myself geeking out over the editing so much with your vids haha. Great encounters and shots! I really like the mix between common species like the chickadees (which I don't have here) and the rare ones. Did you notice that bigger bird flying past in the background at 2:33 to the left of your arm?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
Hey Adrian, I greatly appreciate the support as always! The tricky thing about those bigger birds in the sky is, they’re usually either a crow, or a vulture, which can both be really cool! I usually ignore them though, simply because the photo against the harsh sky wouldn’t turn out so great. On another note, maybe I should have left this in the video, I saw two egrets fly over the field when I was out there! The photos I captured were so terrible, but I was incredibly excited haha!
@LucianObsidian
@LucianObsidian 10 күн бұрын
This is my first spring birding. I have not seen a single chickadee though the Merlin app heard one briefly in nyc
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
It can be tough at first, keep exploring, get to know your area and you’ll be seeing more birds in no time!
@Adam-ho5is
@Adam-ho5is 10 күн бұрын
Reminds me of mosquitos 😂
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
Haha 😂
@Tatertotisdumb
@Tatertotisdumb 11 күн бұрын
8:15 there was something up in the corner tree
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 10 күн бұрын
🤔 there seems to be a lot of things I might have missed when I was out in that field, the sun was really getting to me! Haha
@Tatertotisdumb
@Tatertotisdumb 10 күн бұрын
It was probably a porcupine
@Bo_Hazem
@Bo_Hazem 12 күн бұрын
Haven't you considered a matte box like Freewell's Eiger or just a 95mm VND for when you film? That matte box without the flap can be work as a semi-hood with the ability to put in/out the VND/CPL when needed and go neutral for photos. I have the PolarPro Basecamp and it's a pain to even consider getting the CPL out so you're always at a disadvantage of about -1 stop if you consider keeping the matte box on. Love your videos, narration, and the spot-on music in conjunction.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
I have definitely been leaning on the idea of using some sort of VND. Freewell even reached out, asking if I would like to try out their hybrid VND/CPL. However it didn't come in a 95mm filter thread. That being said, I didn't consider a matte box, I will be looking into that! Thanks for commenting, glad you enjoyed the video!
@Bo_Hazem
@Bo_Hazem 11 күн бұрын
@@CurtisSnapshot I think K&F has a 95mm VND if I recall correctly. There are 95mm VND's that then you can use with other lenses with step up rings😉. Warm regards.
@nknahakata
@nknahakata 12 күн бұрын
The second owl encounter with the insects was hillarious! :D
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Haha, glad you enjoyed that! It was a lot of fun to put together.
@pranaybanerjee7826
@pranaybanerjee7826 12 күн бұрын
I just love your work man❤…Even I’m a wildlife photographer and the amount of hard work you put into your videos is amazing!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate the comment. Happy shooting!
@89cw
@89cw 12 күн бұрын
That old discoveries in new seasons 👌. Class! All around fantastic video! I can completely relate with the excitement of Spring, this is my first year really being conscious of nature and season change; It is almost overwhelming.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! You said it perfectly, I have felt more conscious of nature since I picked up a camera for wildlife photography. Hopefully that feeling never wears off for either of us!
@RickeyScroggins
@RickeyScroggins 12 күн бұрын
It would be nice if you put the name of the bird on screen.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Good suggestion! I stopped doing it over the winter because I wasn’t find a very large variety of birds. Thanks for commenting!
@whobedannyd
@whobedannyd 12 күн бұрын
Just an AMAZING, EXCELLENT video!! I REALLY enjoyed that!!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Thank you, I’m really glad you enjoyed the video!
@pierre-gillesandri6207
@pierre-gillesandri6207 12 күн бұрын
Nice video ! How did you manage to sync the bee's sound so accurately with its movement ? Well done ! I've been watching your videos since the "how to get closer'' one and I always enjoy seeing you in my youtube homepage :-)
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
I grabbed a few bee-buzzing sounds from a royalty-free site and lined them up the best I could. I layered the sounds over each other and made the buzzing fade in and out where I thought it made sense. For an extra touch of detail, I even muffled the buzzing as it entered the tree cavity or flew behind. It was honestly so fun to work on. I'm really glad you noticed and commented on it! Thanks for sticking around for so long. Your support means a lot!
@pierre-gillesandri6207
@pierre-gillesandri6207 12 күн бұрын
Really impressive ! I also like the music choices a lot. From Belgium❤️
@TMS-yu6ob
@TMS-yu6ob 12 күн бұрын
You're are my favorite photography youtuber ❤ watching your videos always put a smile on my face 😆 thank you 🫶
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! I’m really glad the videos put a smile on your face. Your support means a lot. 😊
@coolamit79
@coolamit79 12 күн бұрын
Lovely Owl encounters, greats spring outing. Loved the video. 👍
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed!
@Bo_Hazem
@Bo_Hazem 15 күн бұрын
I think the 1.4x and 2.0x are good for photos, but excellent for video due to the lower shutter requirements even for 120fps. Thanks for the amazing video! Subbed
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 12 күн бұрын
I totally forgot to mention its usefulness for video! I’m glad you enjoyed the video, and I appreciate the sub.
@Deepakgargsharma
@Deepakgargsharma 17 күн бұрын
Amazing Work😊😊🥺😍😍👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 16 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@grenmath
@grenmath 17 күн бұрын
The SS at 1/400sec with 840mm is the reason for a blurry photo ? i was thinking if you tried with 1/800 or 1/1200+ ?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 17 күн бұрын
That definitely could be the reason. I thought the wood duck was still enough, like the goose was, but I might be remembering wrong.
@Charlie_wildlife_nature
@Charlie_wildlife_nature 21 күн бұрын
Indigo is also my favorite! Yesterday I stumbled on a good of 6 males 3 females all singing and mingling lol 😂
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 20 күн бұрын
That sounds like such a fun experience! I have heard them a few times, and only successfully spotted them once. Maybe this spring/summer I will have another opportunity. Thanks for commenting!
@ionmihai79
@ionmihai79 22 күн бұрын
very good channel, good info! subscribed :)
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 20 күн бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate it!
@marcelrothmund2447
@marcelrothmund2447 22 күн бұрын
Thanks for the video with these magnificent photos. Probably the problem with the duck was caused by air flickering. Especially if the lake had a different temperature than the air. As the photo is magnified so is the flickering. Also, if the subject is too distant for a photo without converter (more then 40m) with a lot of air between you and the subject, the converter will not help to take a clear picture as the problem of air flickering increases.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 20 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching and for your kind words! You’re definitely onto something with the air flickering-that’s a great way to explain it. It supports the reasoning behind this combination being better suited for already close subjects and why weather and temperature have such a big effect on the photos. I greatly appreciate your insights!
@user-ho8zn9rd2n
@user-ho8zn9rd2n 22 күн бұрын
I use 1.4x with 100400gm on a a7rv and the experience is similar to yours. It's hit and miss, especially the subject is far away. If the subject is near, say within 5 meters then the focus is always spot on.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 20 күн бұрын
It's interesting that you have had similar experiences with the 100-400 GM lens. It's definitely something to keep in mind for photographers interested in trying to see further, when thats not exactly the case with how these setups work. Thank you for sharing!
@CameraRay
@CameraRay 22 күн бұрын
One big issue found with the 1.4x was ghosting and haze when shooting through grass and small limbs. You photos also shows this issue. When photos are taken through grass is can make your subject hazy and look not in focus when you know it was dead on when you took it. Shoot through the same grass blades without the tele and there is no ghosting. Shooting through brush will cause loss of contrast with any lens, but the tele on the 200-600mm magnifies this more than any other combo i have used. I mostly just use the combo for video and just crop for photos. 👻👻
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 20 күн бұрын
It definitely becomes more difficult to capture a clear image through foliage. I can see how this setup could be useful for video work, and how cropping might be a better option for photos. Thank you for sharing your experience!
@KurtisPape
@KurtisPape 23 күн бұрын
I have this combo, if I start at sunrise I only add the TC about 45 minutes after sunrise when the light is stronger. The key is to use it in good light. If you left the TC on all the time, I feel like it would only benefit you 1/4 of the time, where 3/4 it would almost negatively effect your images due to higher ISO. So it's a skill knowing when to use it 1/4 of the time. This is only advice for high resolution cameras though, teleconverters are more useful on lower resolution cameras like 30mp, also heaps useful for video. All I know is I don't use the TC much, but it's necessary I have the option available.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
This is great advice, thank you for sharing!
@KurtisPape
@KurtisPape 23 күн бұрын
​@@CurtisSnapshot Now I think about it, your shot of the great blue heron shows you don't need strong light to use the teleconverter, but it's not very often you can use shutter speeds that low. Amazing shots by the way!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
@@KurtisPape that was a really unique moment! I was seeing just how low I could get the shutter speed, with the ultimate goal of smoothing out the water.
@kualilo
@kualilo 23 күн бұрын
I often use my 1.4x with my 200-600 on my A7R V with great results. The only thing I can say is that it takes practice and more patience with the 1.4x. Keep in mind that every little movement is multiplied and can quickly make your photos blurry. As a result, I always increase my shutter speed around 2x what I normally shoot without a teleconverter. And yes, watch out for those heat distortions. Even on a nice day, you may be surprised to see some heat distortions when looking through the viewfinder/screen with a teleconverter. It takes some practice. But you will figure out what works and what doesn't. Just like any gear you have.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience and tips! It's great to hear about your success with the 1.4x and the 200-600 on the A7R V. I was under the impression this combination didn't work so well on high-megapixel cameras.
@jugruify
@jugruify 23 күн бұрын
how you get very low noise at high iso? Only DXO post processing or you over expose your photo in the field?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
I find that slightly overexposing the photo can reduce noise in the shadows, but it comes with the risk of blowing out the highlights. For this particular video, I relied on DXO to denoise my images. Thanks for commenting!
@FitzMichael
@FitzMichael 23 күн бұрын
nice vid 200-600 &1.4 is my fav setup on my A1
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@LisaSaffell
@LisaSaffell 23 күн бұрын
I have found that combo to be extremely inconsistent. When the subject is closer the results are better. You can't use it to to make a far away subject closer and have a sharp outcome. You can use it to fill the frame with a close subject and will have better results. On the 300 2.8 the 2.0 TC and 1.4 TC are fantastic!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
I completely agree! My best results come from using the 1.4x TC with subjects that are already close. I originally bought it to photograph migrating warblers in the spring. Thanks for sharing!
@MichalOlender
@MichalOlender 23 күн бұрын
I'm tempted from time to time to buy it, and then I see videos of people talking about it, and I don't want to buy it 😆 Have this lens paired with a7IV and it does a great job, but I think I'll wait for a1mII and it'll be easier to crop with almost double megapixels. Thanks for the video brother!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
I would wait for the a1mII, that’s going to be wicked! And I’m sure the crop would be much better. Thanks for commenting!
@89cw
@89cw 23 күн бұрын
Great video, glad I have stumbled upon your channel, happy to subscribe!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate it!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
Your experience with this lens and teleconverter may vary depending on the camera you use. I have been exclusively shooting with the Sony a7iv, and its autofocus features really help this setup excel. If you have any experiences with the 1.4x teleconverter and the 200 - 600, share them below. Good or bad, I would love to hear them and it might help someone else who's deciding on this combination.
@FrogginFever
@FrogginFever 23 күн бұрын
I bought the 1.4x TC for my 200-600 and A7r3 and returned it after one try in the field. The autofocus suffers terribly with jitters and focus breathing and as you said, the keeper rate is much lower due to lack of sharpness.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 23 күн бұрын
Oh definitely, and I can only imagine the pixel density of the A7R3 further showed any flaws in the teleconverter. The 1.4x has very specific use cases where it does perform well, but ultimately Sony teleconverters are designed for the GM lenses. Thanks for sharing!
@josemanuelnovo725
@josemanuelnovo725 23 күн бұрын
Alguien que lo usara con la 6700 y el 200/600 GM?, gracias
@Ryan-Dinnage
@Ryan-Dinnage 24 күн бұрын
Great video mate, something I'm looking to pair with my 200-600 in the near future!
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 24 күн бұрын
Awesome, thank you for the comment! I hope the video gave you a good idea of what to expect.
@bonniekisko7132
@bonniekisko7132 24 күн бұрын
First time to this feed. Enjoying if from FLORIDA
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 24 күн бұрын
I'm thrilled you're enjoying the videos, I can only imagine the day to day wildlife you see in Florida!
@mecurial776
@mecurial776 25 күн бұрын
Awesome video, stunning shots, love the content
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 25 күн бұрын
It's awesome to see people are still enjoying the older content, thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it!
@bloxer6746
@bloxer6746 25 күн бұрын
What is the best Sony focus area for wildlife. I have been wondering this for a while is it zone. wide, flexible spot small, can Somme please tell me
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 25 күн бұрын
Depending on the model of Sony camera you have, my go to focus setting is the tracking option. I find its the most powerful and accurate because as your subject moves, the focus box tries to stay locked on across the screen. Within tracking, I use a mix of wide focus zones, as well as small, medium and large focus spots. Its okay if you don't have tracking though, because whether to choose a wide focus zone or a flexible spot "small" depends on what you're shooting. For a bird in the sky, I would go for the wide focus zone. For a small bird in the bushes, you might have more luck with a small focus point. I'm not sure there is a perfect choice, but on my old Sony a7ii I did prefer the flexible spot option. I hope that made sense, thanks for commenting on the video!
@JeremyNeipp
@JeremyNeipp 26 күн бұрын
Great shot! Truly wild Wood Ducks can be frustrating elusive sometimes 😂 props for your effort
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 26 күн бұрын
Thank you Jeremy, I appreciate the comment! Hopefully I have learned a thing or two for next time haha
@seemyworld1
@seemyworld1 26 күн бұрын
Great to see someone else shooting the local trails. What are you using for a mic? Do you have one mic for your voice and another pointing outwards for the wildlife?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 26 күн бұрын
My audio setup is actually pretty basic at the moment. It's recorded directly out of my GoPro and a lavalier mic. Other than that, the rest is a mix of audio recorded from my Sony A7iv with no mic and downloaded from epidemic sound. Thanks for commenting!
@daviddowling3397
@daviddowling3397 27 күн бұрын
Zoom with a TC is not a good combination,
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 27 күн бұрын
I have surprisingly captured some of my favourite images with the TC attached. It does 100% make things more difficult and maybe it's ruined more photos than it's created haha. Either way, this definitely wasn't the situation to use one in, too many variables to deal with.
@airfinproductions9847
@airfinproductions9847 27 күн бұрын
Great video, what kind of tripod and gimbal mount are you using?
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 27 күн бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video! I'm using a K&F tripod and a Neewer gimbal head, links in the description.
@ciureamihai
@ciureamihai 27 күн бұрын
Congrats! Beautiful photos! 👏🏻👏🏻
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 27 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!
@fingerstylefan
@fingerstylefan 28 күн бұрын
Just discovered you...second video. Why don't you have more subs?? This is quality content. You have a knack for story telling and the music you incorporate is perfect for the feel of your videos. Picked up a new fan today. Keep 'em coming.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 28 күн бұрын
I really appreciate it, and I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I will be sure to keep em' coming, see you in the next one!
@nikhomtai3120
@nikhomtai3120 28 күн бұрын
Thank you for this video. I was once blessed with the commotion of crows, that I had to look outside and up high on the doug fir tree in my backyard, there roosts a Barred Owl. I recently just got first entry level camera, A6400 + Tamron 18-300mm lens and I will be practicing with in the backyard a bit.
@CurtisSnapshot
@CurtisSnapshot 28 күн бұрын
Nature is truly amazing! Congratulations on your new setup, I hope you capture lots of great images. Thanks for commenting, and I'm glad you enjoyed the video.