Java Sparrow - Tropical Realm 19/02/2011

This was basically a quick snap on our way through the Tropical Realm, but I was quite pleased with how it turned out.

When the light improves I might try staking out the area to get some better action shots of the birds bathing.

Remarkable shot given the light levels in there. I have tried a handful of times without much success to shoot the free flying birds in Tropical Realm. It hadn't occurred to me that the light levels will change much but I will bear your tip in mind and have another go when the sun is shining outside.

Either that or invest in a full frame sensor that can perform like that at ISO 3200!... I may have to stick to Plan A

NigeW said:

It hadn't occurred to me that the light levels will change much but I will bear your tip in mind and have another go when the sun is shining outside.

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The light can vary a lot - it's actually like an exaggerated version of what is happening outside - and on a really bright day it is possible to get some action shots. Early in the morning is good before the place fills up, or late in the evening on a clear day as when the sun gets lower it shines in through the windows on the westerly end.

I'm also trying some "stealth" feeder shots using a fast prime, tripod and remote release, but other people seem to want to visit the zoo too... and they're a right nuisance.