Your R System Images - January 2024

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Some shots from recent wood walks - the mud has given way to frost (the good thing about a variable climate is there's always something new to moan about!).

Venue - Hartshill Country Park, Warwickshire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite, Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop and Topaz Labs Photo AI).

Phil


1. Good morning...

RF-S-1.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 451.0 mm
  • ƒ/6.3
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 6400


2. Ah, ooh - can you just hold it there for a few seconds while I get my stuff together? (No).

RF-S-2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/800 sec
  • ISO 12800


3. Hello matey...

RF-S-3.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 2500


4. Hold it right there...

RF-S-4.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 400.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/2000 sec
  • ISO 12800


5. Wind chill...

RF-S-5.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 254.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 6400


6. Waiting for a chance to succeed...

RF-S-6.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 428.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 6400
 
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Pushing the limits: sun setting, 100-500+1.4 extender, under a tree, dark, focusing through branches, handheld, 700mm, 1/50s, ISO 6400, but...a usable shot (with a little help from DxO PL7).
risu.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/50 sec
  • ISO 6400
 
Kamoshika said:
Pushing the limits: sun setting, 100-500+1.4 extender, under a tree, dark, focusing through branches, handheld, 700mm, 1/50s, ISO 6400, but...a usable shot (with a little help from DxO PL7).View attachment 23844
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Hi David,

Well, you certainly rose to all of the challenges (which, in combination, took some doing!) and absolutely nailed the shot - and what a little cutie!

(You did very well to spot the subject in the first place too!).

Thank you for sharing... :)

P&K
 
PKM-UK said:
Hi David,

Well, you certainly rose to all of the challenges (which, in combination, took some doing!) and absolutely nailed the shot - and what a little cutie!

(You did very well to spot the subject in the first place too!).

Thank you for sharing... :)

P&K
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Thank you.
 
More of the usual suspects...

Venue - Hartshill Country Park, Warwickshire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite, Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop and Topaz Labs Photo AI).

Phil


1. H-e-l-l-o...

RF-S-WM1.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 428.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/2500 sec
  • ISO 12800


2. Sitting on the fence...

RF-S-WM2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 6400


3. What a cutie...

RF-S-WM3.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 472.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 12800


4. Hello bright eyes...

RF-S-WM4.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/800 sec
  • ISO 12800


5. Waiting for the right moment...

RF-S-WM5.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 12800


6. Sorted...

RF-S-WM6.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 200.0 mm
  • ƒ/6.3
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 12800
 
Another great set, and the 100-500 is amazing.
 
MikeZ said:
Another great set, and the 100-500 is amazing.
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Hi Mike,

Cheers - much appreciated!

I really enjoy using this lens - paired with our R5 or R7 it's a joy.

Phil
 
Two little birds from recent walks in the neighborhood. A Japanese white-eye (mejiro) and a Bull-headed shrike (mozu).
mejiro.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 420.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 250
mozu.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 200
 
PKM-UK said:
Hi David,

Two wonderful captures of beautiful creatures - great poses, with terrific fine feather detail and you nailed the eye catch-light.

Thank you for sharing... :)

P&K
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Thank you. The Japanese white-eye (also known as a warbling white-eye) was warbling up a storm, just begging me to take a shot.
 
Winter in the woods - continued...

Venue - Hartshill Country Park, Warwickshire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite, Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop and Topaz Labs Photo AI).

Phil


1. Hello bright eyes...

RF-S-WK1.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 363.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 6400


2. Go on, you know you want to...

RF-S-WK2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 500.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/640 sec
  • ISO 3200


3. Yes, it's us again...

RF-S-WK3.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 363.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/400 sec
  • ISO 12800


4. On the brink of succeeding...

RF-S-WK4.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 472.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/2000 sec
  • ISO 12800


5. In a delicate state of balance...

RF-S-WK5.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 400.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/400 sec
  • ISO 12800


6. H-e-l-l-o...

RF-S-WK6.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 186.0 mm
  • ƒ/5.6
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 5000
 
Final Approach

In subfreezing weather there are Bushtits that refuse to fly South to hang around for a snack. Or is this South of where they came from!?!?

DWR51818-2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 200.0 mm
  • ƒ/5
  • 1/8000 sec
  • ISO 1250
 
Dean Wilson said:
Final Approach

In subfreezing weather there are Bushtits that refuse to fly South to hang around for a snack. Or is this South of where they came from!?!?

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Hi Dean,

A moment very well caught - the question is, are we seeing the Darwin Theory in action, stayers vs migrators (and which group will ultimately thrive?)?

(Either way, this bunch look to be very happy!).

Thank you for sharing... :)

P&K
 
As we prepare for our first 'Frank Fest' of the year - frost, followed by heavy rain and high winds is being forecast for the coming weekend ( :rolleyes: ) - some more of the local birdage...

Venue - Hartshill Country Park, Warwickshire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite, Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop and Topaz Labs Photo AI).

Phil

1. And a Good Morning to you...

RF-S-1.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 428.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/800 sec
  • ISO 12800


2. Hello bright eyes...

RF-S-2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 343.0 mm
  • ƒ/5.6
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 6400


3. That's going to be a big nut to crack...

RF-S-3.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 428.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/2000 sec
  • ISO 12800


4. Yes, it's for you...

RF-S-4.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 451.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/400 sec
  • ISO 10000


5. Choices, choices...

RF-S-5.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 400.0 mm
  • ƒ/6.3
  • 1/1000 sec
  • ISO 6400


6. Don't forget to look up...

RF-S-6jpg.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
  • 451.0 mm
  • ƒ/7.1
  • 1/1600 sec
  • ISO 1250
 
Some more action from yesterday. These were from far out, so heavy crops.

Going in hard.
osprey2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/3200 sec
  • ISO 1000


Big splash.
osprey3.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/3200 sec
  • ISO 1250


Water cold and wet.
osprey4.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/3200 sec
  • ISO 1250


Embarrassing fail.
osprey5.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6m2
  • RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
  • 700.0 mm
  • ƒ/10
  • 1/3200 sec
  • ISO 1250
 
Kamoshika said:
Some more action from yesterday. These were from far out, so heavy crops.

Going in hard.
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Big splash.
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Water cold and wet.
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Embarrassing fail.
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Hi David,

Wow, you can just feel the intensity of the moment from these shots (a penny for the thoughts of any fish looking up in shot 1... 😅 ) - so well done for maintaining your tracking, keeping a steady hand and getting some terrific images.

Thank you for sharing...

P&K
 
PKM-UK said:
Hi David,

Wow, you can just feel the intensity of the moment from these shots (a penny for the thoughts of any fish looking up in shot 1... 😅 ) - so well done for maintaining your tracking, keeping a steady hand and getting some terrific images.

Thank you for sharing...

P&K
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Thank you. I need to go back soon now that I realize they're active in this particular area. Hopefully, I can get some closer shots.
 
Hi David,

That's an absolutely wonderful subject to go out looking for - good luck! :)

P&K
 
Epic skies last night...


021A1693.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6
  • RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
  • 35.0 mm
  • ƒ/4.5
  • 1/250 sec
  • ISO 500
021A1690-2.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6
  • RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
  • 35.0 mm
  • ƒ/4.5
  • 1/250 sec
  • ISO 640

Yesterday was hot - up to 32ºC - with a Norwester blowing over the Alps, creating the wave clouds to be lit from beneath by the setting sun. Sometimes they can be lenticular layers, last night they were outrageous streaks and lumps.

Edited fairly extensively in LRC, using the blue drama adaptive sky preset, tweaked to warm it up to match the colours I saw, then an inverted sky mask to brighten up the foreground a tad.

Not sure about the crop on the first one. If I take the left hand tree out, the crepuscular rays are no longer roughly centred, and the image looks unbalanced.
 
By way of contrast, She Who Must Be Obeyed has discovered an enthusiasm for little succulents in pots around the house and back garden. This flower recently appeared on the front verandah. Image is a focus stack of 10 exposures, processed in Photoshop 24, tweaked in LRC.


021A1743-Edit.jpg
  • Canon EOS R6
  • RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM
  • 100.0 mm
  • ƒ/5
  • 1/500 sec
  • ISO 100
 
PKM-UK said:
Images from our recent(ish) visit to Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite/ ViewPoint and Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop with TK-9 Panels).

You can find out more about Hanbury Hall by clicking Here.

Phil and Karen


1. From the Norman Conquest onwards, the Hanbury Estate was within the boundaries of the Royal Forest of Feckenham. The Vernon family, one of the most prominent families in Worcestershire, began building the hall in 1701.

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2. Thomas Vernon amassed a fortune as an eminent Chancery barrister for 40 years, as well as becoming Whig MP for Worcester in 1715. He married Mary Keck in 1680 but they had no children, so the estate was passed to his cousin, Bowater Vernon.

View attachment 23636

3. Thomas’ legacy at the hall included the wall and ceiling paintings that he commissioned Sir James Thornhill to create. These depict the story of Achilles and, having been recently restored, are Hanbury's crowning glory.

View attachment 23637

4. Emma Vernon inherited Hanbury in 1771 at the age of 16, using her fortune to alter the sitting room and drawing room.

View attachment 23638

5. Lady Georgina Vernon and Sir Harry Foley Vernon took great interest in the care of other people, opening The Mount as a convalescent home for soldiers injured in the Boer War in 1900, and both become involved in the Red Cross.

View attachment 23639

6. The original garden at Hanbury Hall was designed in 1705 by George London, the most celebrated garden designer of his time, creating gardens for royalty and nobility at Chatsworth, Hampton Court and Kensington Palace.

View attachment 23640

(Sources: The National Trust, Wikipedia)
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Lovely capture of the details, Folks, especially the interior photos. Wonderful colors
 
PKM-UK said:
More of the usual suspects...

Venue - Hartshill Country Park, Warwickshire, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PhotoLab Elite, Adobe Lightroom Classic/ Photoshop and Topaz Labs Photo AI).

Phil


1. H-e-l-l-o...

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2. Sitting on the fence...

View attachment 23864

3. What a cutie...

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4. Hello bright eyes...

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5. Waiting for the right moment...

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6. Sorted...

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Wonderful set of photos, love the robins
 
A few photos from the last (very hectic) 1-2 months, starting with a half moon and full moon photo, taken with 1280 mm effective focal length with the R7 and 800 mm f/11.
20231219R7_2872_NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R7
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/800 sec
  • ISO 1600


20231128R7_1729-Enhanced-NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R7
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/1250 sec
  • ISO 800


This female white-breasted nuthatch is showing display behavior trying to project dominance. To be honest, these birds do this a lot and I don't think the other birds pay attention...😁
20231209R7_2379_NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R7
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/1250 sec
  • ISO 1600


I captured this nice black-capped chickadee chilling out in the trees
20231209R7_2461_NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R7
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/1250 sec
  • ISO 1600


A winter plumage American goldfinch in B&W
20231231_2812-Edit.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/800 sec
  • ISO 1000


This pretty female eastern bluebird visited our feeder for a snack
20231231_2525_NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/1000 sec
  • ISO 1600


The birds at the feeder were very concerned by a pair of red-tailed hawks circling high above our yard (one shown below), but were thrown into a tizzy by an attacking Cooper's hawk that crested over our house with the low winter sun behind, swooping suddenly down to the feeders. The Cooper's didn't catch anything and flew on, and I didn't get a photo of it
20231231_2683_NR.jpg
  • Canon EOS R5
  • RF800mm F11 IS STM
  • 800.0 mm
  • ƒ/11
  • 1/1000 sec
  • ISO 1600
 
Bucolic Old Sir Henry said:
Epic skies last night...


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Yesterday was hot - up to 32ºC - with a Norwester blowing over the Alps, creating the wave clouds to be lit from beneath by the setting sun. Sometimes they can be lenticular layers, last night they were outrageous streaks and lumps.

Edited fairly extensively in LRC, using the blue drama adaptive sky preset, tweaked to warm it up to match the colours I saw, then an inverted sky mask to brighten up the foreground a tad.

Not sure about the crop on the first one. If I take the left hand tree out, the crepuscular rays are no longer roughly centred, and the image looks unbalanced.
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Hi Gareth,

What a fantastic sight - absolutely magnificent!

(Very well caught too).

Thank you for sharing... :)

P&K
 
dgphoto8 said:
Lovely capture of the details, Folks, especially the interior photos. Wonderful colors
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Hi Don,

Thank you for those very kind words - appreciated!

The interior of Hanbury Hall is always a challenge - relatively tight spaces, lighting all over the place and very popular (so 'people-free' needs patience!).

P&K
 
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