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Capturing the Gray Seedeater in San Pablo de Borbur

adamrainoff
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This photograph of the Gray Seedeater (Sporophila intermedia) was taken in the tranquil setting of San Pablo de Borbur, Boyacá, Colombia. The bird is perched gracefully on a curved stem, its soft gray plumage contrasting beautifully against the lush green backdrop. The natural light accentuates the delicate details of the bird’s feathers, creating a serene and balanced composition.

For this shot, I used a Canon R5 with an 800mm lens paired with a 1.4x extender, giving an effective focal length of 1120mm. The settings were 1/60 second at f/16 with ISO 400. These choices were crucial for capturing the fine details while maintaining the depth of field necessary to keep the bird in sharp focus against the blurred background. The slower shutter speed required careful handling to avoid any motion blur, but the result is a crisp, detailed image that emphasizes the Gray Seedeater’s natural beauty.

This image exemplifies the importance of patience and precision in bird photography. The Canon R5’s capabilities, combined with the reach of the extended focal length, allowed me to capture this moment in stunning detail, highlighting the serene and peaceful atmosphere of the bird’s natural habitat.

©2023 Adam Rainoff Photographer

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Tronhard
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Great shot and really appreciate the EXIF data and the context on the bird itself.


cheers, TREVOR

The mark of good photographer is less what they hold in their hand, it's more what they hold in their head;
"All the variety, all the charm, all the beauty of life is made up of light and shadow", Leo Tolstoy;
"Skill in photography is acquired by practice and not by purchase" Percy W. Harris

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Tronhard
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Great shot and really appreciate the EXIF data and the context on the bird itself.


cheers, TREVOR

The mark of good photographer is less what they hold in their hand, it's more what they hold in their head;
"All the variety, all the charm, all the beauty of life is made up of light and shadow", Leo Tolstoy;
"Skill in photography is acquired by practice and not by purchase" Percy W. Harris

adamrainoff
Contributor

Thanks, Trevor! I'm glad you found the details useful. Photography is indeed about the vision and practice as much as it is about the equipment. Appreciate your thoughtful quotes and encouragement.

Cheers!

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