Your R System Images - August 2024

[PKM-UK]

We hope you enjoy creating memorable images this month!

Have fun, but stay safe and well…

Phil and Karen

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Any R System images (stills or movies) can be posted. If you would like to say something about the subject, settings, or processing, that will be very welcome.

Remember, you don't have to only post things you took this month - sometimes people don't get around to processing/ editing images straight away. (Think of it more as an ‘images I’d like to post here this month’ thing). Images taken with non-R System lenses are also very welcome as this adds to the interest.

Images posted on this thread will also be available to view in the dedicated Monthly R System Images Gallery, which can be found Here.

Commenting on people’s posts is encouraged, as it keeps everyone interested and coming back. (Please aim to be considerate, thoughtful and constructive).

We aim to provide feedback - but note we are away for part of each month and busy with ‘life stuff’. The lack of a comment from us is not a sign of disfavour!

Finally, please post in accordance with the RF Shooters Community Guidelines.

Thank you!

 

[PKM-UK]

Images from our recent visit to Knightshayes, Bonham, Tiverton, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PL Elite/ ViewPoint and Adobe LrC/ PS with Tony Kuyper Panels. Compilations are a mix of R7 - Karen and R5 - Phil).

You can find out more about Knightshayes by clicking Here.

Phil and Karen


1. Knightshayes, a Gothic Revival house, is a rare example of the work of William Burgess. The gardens host one of the finest and most varied plant collections in the country, with over 1200 species unique to Knightshayes.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/800 sec
• ISO 160

2. In 1868 Sir John Heathcoat-Amory commissioned architect William Burges to create Knighthayes Court, but the flamboyant interiors he proposed proved too much for Sir John and his wife Henrietta and he was later fired.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/6.3
• 1/200 sec
• ISO 6400

3. Prestigious decorator John Dibblee Crace was then commissioned by the family to provide less extravagant Gothic interiors. Still not entirely happy with the result much of Crace's work was covered over, but later restored.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/6.3
• 1/125 sec
• ISO 2000

4. During the Second World War, Knightshayes became a USAAF rest home for the American Air Force.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/5
• 1/125 sec
• ISO 4000

5. The last family members to own Knightshayes were Sir John and Joyce, Lady Amory (respected gardener and world championship golfer - who was playing captain of the Curtis Cup team against the United States in 1932).

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/6.3
• 1/200 sec
• ISO 2000

6. Sir John lived until 1972, and the house was handed to the National Trust on his death. Joyce continued to live in the east wing until her death in 1997.

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 22.0 mm
• ƒ/6.3
• 1/200 sec
• ISO 6400

(Sources: National Trust, Wikipedia).

 

[Bryan Conner]

Very nice images as always, and many thanks for sharing the background/history bits as well.

 

[PKM-UK]

Very nice images as always, and many thanks for sharing the background/history bits as well.

HI Bryan,

Cheers - very much appreciated! - our pleasure...

P&K

 

[Bryan Conner]

Every year in July, our city has a festival that begins on Friday (the last Friday of the school year) and mainly ends after a parade on Monday. There are a few events over the next week, but they are mainly directed towards the school children/students, but the big "public" festival is Friday til Monday. It was first mentioned in city law in 1645, so it has taken place at least since then. We have 20-30 thousand visitors for this festival each year and from all over the world. It really is a homecoming for a lot of people.

Here is an image from the parade this year.

 

[David Berry]

Kookaburra : a different point of view…

• Canon EOS R5
• RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM
• 14.0 mm
• ƒ/4
• 1/500 sec
• ISO 2000

Laughing Kookaburra : Dacelo novaeguineae
Pine Mountain, Queensland, AU​

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[funjp]

Kyoto's Gion Festival on July 24th . 後祭 Ato Matsuri(Latter Procession) 山鉾巡行 Yamaboko Junko( Floats Parade ).
As the weather forecast for the morning was rain , you can see that some of the Floats have some parts covered in "Rain Coats" . It later rained around noon , but then the parade was almost over . Lucky me , as I didn't want to test the weatherproof capabilities of the R5 .

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 70.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/2000 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 24.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 47.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/1000 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 25.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/3200 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 24.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/3200 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 50.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/1600 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 35.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/500 sec
• ISO 400

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 35.0 mm
• ƒ/8
• 1/1250 sec
• ISO 400

 

[PKM-UK]

Every year in July, our city has a festival that begins on Friday (the last Friday of the school year) and mainly ends after a parade on Monday. There are a few events over the next week, but they are mainly directed towards the school children/students, but the big "public" festival is Friday til Monday. It was first mentioned in city law in 1645, so it has taken place at least since then. We have 20-30 thousand visitors for this festival each year and from all over the world. It really is a homecoming for a lot of people.

Here is an image from the parade this year.
View attachment 30234

Hi Bryan,

A terrific image encapsulating the fun of this historic event with the perfect portrait (what an absolutely wonderful expression!).

Very well seen and beautifully captured - thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

Kookaburra : a different point of view…

View attachment 30236

Laughing Kookaburra : Dacelo novaeguineae
Pine Mountain, Queensland, AU​

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Hi David,

A striking image which is certain to capture - and hold - the attention of the viewer. The crop and treatment are spot on.

(It's as though you were flying above the subject when you nailed the shot - and if so, we hope you had a safe landing!).

Thank you of sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

Kyoto's Gion Festival on July 24th . 後祭 Ato Matsuri(Latter Procession) 山鉾巡行 Yamaboko Junko( Floats Parade ).
As the weather forecast for the morning was rain , you can see that some of the Floats have some parts covered in "Rain Coats" . It later rained around noon , but then the parade was almost over . Lucky me , as I didn't want to test the weatherproof capabilities of the R5 .
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Hi funjp,

Hugely impressive shots from a truly dramatic festival (the first time we call recall seeing a parade including trees!).

All beautifully captured, showcasing the terrific versatility of the RF 24-105mm f/4L (and your considerable talents).

It's fascinating to see these extraordinary sights - thank you very much for sharing...

P&K

 

[NGauger101010]

August 2, 2024 Sunset
It's amazing that in just a few minutes how much the colors change.
Two birds photobombed the first shot

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 43.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/800 sec
• ISO 1250

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 43.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/400 sec
• ISO 1250

• Canon EOS R5
• RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM
• 67.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/400 sec
• ISO 1250

 

[Only RF]

Kyoto's Gion Festival on July 24th . 後祭 Ato Matsuri(Latter Procession) 山鉾巡行 Yamaboko Junko( Floats Parade ).
As the weather forecast for the morning was rain , you can see that some of the Floats have some parts covered in "Rain Coats" . It later rained around noon , but then the parade was almost over . Lucky me , as I didn't want to test the weatherproof capabilities of the R5 .
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Very cool. Thanks. We were in Kyoto in 2019. Love it.

 

[funjp]

Very cool. Thanks. We were in Kyoto in 2019. Love it.

I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay in Japan .

 

[funjp]

Hi funjp,

Hugely impressive shots from a truly dramatic festival (the first time we call recall seeing a parade including trees!).

All beautifully captured, showcasing the terrific versatility of the RF 24-105mm f/4L (and your considerable talents).

It's fascinating to see these extraordinary sights - thank you very much for sharing...

P&K

Thanks for the comments Phil . I don't know if you can see , but if you zoom in you'll notice a bird , possibly a falcon , sitting in the pine tree branches . The explanation that I've got is that the pine trees are there so the bird of prey has a place to rest/stand .

 

[Kamoshika]

Golden hour grey heron in the paddy field.

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
• 500.0 mm
• ƒ/7.1
• 1/400 sec
• ISO 100

 

[Only RF]

Covid shut down our local airshow for a few years. I never really liked this venue because the sun is to the left and it was mixed sun and cloud yesterday. Colours are always more flat when I shoot there. Very windy with pretty solid gusts made shooting 1/160 not very easy. Jets were OK with faster SS. I had heck of a time with WB so I gave up .

They sure get close

• Canon EOS R7
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
• 363.0 mm
• ƒ/18
• 1/160 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
• 700.0 mm
• ƒ/10
• 1/6400 sec
• ISO 3200

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM + EXTENDER RF1.4x
• 700.0 mm
• ƒ/10
• 1/6400 sec
• ISO 3200

CF-18 and Lancaster

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
• 500.0 mm
• ƒ/14
• 1/160 sec
• ISO 160

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
• 500.0 mm
• ƒ/11
• 1/160 sec
• ISO 100

• Canon EOS R6m2
• RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
• 500.0 mm
• ƒ/10
• 1/160 sec
• ISO 100

 

[Hali]

Images from our recent visit to Knightshayes, Bonham, Tiverton, England.

(Shot raw and processed using: DxO PL Elite/ ViewPoint and Adobe LrC/ PS with Tony Kuyper Panels. Compilations are a mix of R7 - Karen and R5 - Phil).

You can find out more about Knightshayes by clicking Here.

Phil and Karen


1. Knightshayes, a Gothic Revival house, is a rare example of the work of William Burgess. The gardens host one of the finest and most varied plant collections in the country, with over 1200 species unique to Knightshayes.

View attachment 30219

2. In 1868 Sir John Heathcoat-Amory commissioned architect William Burges to create Knighthayes Court, but the flamboyant interiors he proposed proved too much for Sir John and his wife Henrietta and he was later fired.

View attachment 30220

3. Prestigious decorator John Dibblee Crace was then commissioned by the family to provide less extravagant Gothic interiors. Still not entirely happy with the result much of Crace's work was covered over, but later restored.

View attachment 30221

4. During the Second World War, Knightshayes became a USAAF rest home for the American Air Force.

View attachment 30222

5. The last family members to own Knightshayes were Sir John and Joyce, Lady Amory (respected gardener and world championship golfer - who was playing captain of the Curtis Cup team against the United States in 1932).

View attachment 30223

6. Sir John lived until 1972, and the house was handed to the National Trust on his death. Joyce continued to live in the east wing until her death in 1997.

View attachment 30224

(Sources: National Trust, Wikipedia).

As always a stunning set, Phil and Karen, and they so gracefully and beautifully depict a lifetime and lifestyle that is unimaginable to the likes of me.

 

[Hali]

Every year in July, our city has a festival that begins on Friday (the last Friday of the school year) and mainly ends after a parade on Monday. There are a few events over the next week, but they are mainly directed towards the school children/students, but the big "public" festival is Friday til Monday. It was first mentioned in city law in 1645, so it has taken place at least since then. We have 20-30 thousand visitors for this festival each year and from all over the world. It really is a homecoming for a lot of people.

Here is an image from the parade this year.
View attachment 30234

What a great portrait. It really has a wonderful feel and I love the look on his face (and the chainmail!)

 

[Hali]

Kyoto's Gion Festival on July 24th . 後祭 Ato Matsuri(Latter Procession) 山鉾巡行 Yamaboko Junko( Floats Parade ).
As the weather forecast for the morning was rain , you can see that some of the Floats have some parts covered in "Rain Coats" . It later rained around noon , but then the parade was almost over . Lucky me , as I didn't want to test the weatherproof capabilities of the R5 .
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That is an impressive parade. I am enthralled with the height of the displays and there are trees!!! Great set of images!

 

[Hali]

Kookaburra : a different point of view…

View attachment 30236

Laughing Kookaburra : Dacelo novaeguineae
Pine Mountain, Queensland, AU​

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This is one absolutely incredible shot. I don't know how you captured it but I'm in awe!

 

[David Berry]

I don't know how you captured it…

In that case, I had better remain silent! (Don’t want to be thrown out of the Magicians’ Circle.)

… David

 

[Hali]

Golden hour grey heron in the paddy field.View attachment 30309

Wonderful shot and light of this GBH!

 

[Hali]

Covid shut down our local airshow for a few years. I never really liked this venue because the sun is to the left and it was mixed sun and cloud yesterday. Colours are always more flat when I shoot there. Very windy with pretty solid gusts made shooting 1/160 not very easy. Jets were OK with faster SS. I had heck of a time with WB so I gave up .

They sure get close

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CF-18 and Lancaster

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These are fabulous!!! They haven't had an airshow here since the pandemic, I'm hoping they will bring it back

 

[Kamoshika]

Wonderful shot and light of this GBH!

Thank you. Just GH, though.

 

[Only RF]

These are fabulous!!! They haven't had an airshow here since the pandemic, I'm hoping they will bring it back

Thanks. My dream is one year to get to the Oshkosh airshow.

 

[PKM-UK]

August 2, 2024 Sunset
It's amazing that in just a few minutes how much the colors change.
Two birds photobombed the first shot

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Hi Mike,

A set of glorious and expansive sunset skies - rich colours and well controlled exposures.

Always a pleasure to see such dramatic scenes - thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

Thanks for the comments Phil . I don't know if you can see , but if you zoom in you'll notice a bird , possibly a falcon , sitting in the pine tree branches . The explanation that I've got is that the pine trees are there so the bird of prey has a place to rest/stand .

Hi funjp,

We hadn't noticed that the first time round - fascinating added value there, thank you for pointing this out...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

Golden hour grey heron in the paddy field.View attachment 30309

Hi David,

A terrific shot of a beautiful creature set in its natural environment. Wonderful feather detail and the perfect eye-pop.

Well seen and caught - thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

Covid shut down our local airshow for a few years. I never really liked this venue because the sun is to the left and it was mixed sun and cloud yesterday. Colours are always more flat when I shoot there. Very windy with pretty solid gusts made shooting 1/160 not very easy. Jets were OK with faster SS. I had heck of a time with WB so I gave up .

They sure get close

View attachment 30353View attachment 30354View attachment 30355

CF-18 and Lancaster

View attachment 30372

View attachment 30373
View attachment 30374

Hi Only RF,

A stunning set of eye-catching images - all beautifully captured and presented.

Well done indeed - and thank you for sharing...

P&K

 

[PKM-UK]

As always a stunning set, Phil and Karen, and they so gracefully and beautifully depict a lifetime and lifestyle that is unimaginable to the likes of me.

Hi Hali,

Thank you for those kind words - very much appreciated! Knightshayes is a very arty property, with extensive and pleasing gardens/ grounds.

Although this was only a time limited mid-journey stop-off for us, it was fascinating and great fun (plus the cheesy scones were on top form!).



P&K