Canon: Bird Photography with Arthur Morris: Camera settings
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- Learn how features like Picture Style, White Balance, Back Button AF and other custom settings can help you capture beautiful photos of fast-moving wildlife. For more videos from this tutorial series, check out the Canon Digital Learning Center: www.learn.usa.c...
I've taken one of Arthur's workshops in Fl. I highly recommend it if you have a chance to join one. I learn so much during that workshop. Arthur is a great teacher
Just an FYI. The 7D2 gives you the ability to set both the Af-ON and * button for different drive modes (i.e. 2 back button Af). I have the AF-ON button set to One Shot (spot focus) and the * button set for Ai Servo, therefore, I no longer have to rely on the Ai servo back button bumping when I want to take a stationary shot.
Also, it is more efficient to set up the Custom Shooting Modes (C1-C3) with all your settings that way you are ready to go and you don't have to go back through the menus looking for things. For example: I have C1 set for general bird photography, C2 for sports photograpy and C3 for BIF. I use C3 because if in another mode and there's a BIF opportunity, I can quickly turn the dial to C3 without looking (dial won't go farther than C3 so I don't have to look to verify correct setting) and I am quickly ready and in my BIF settings ready to go. Note: if you setup the Customs Shooting Modes and want any changes you make to take affect, you need to enable "auto update."
Just something to think about
Methodical2 I am sorry but your comment is confusing. Metering mode and drive mode are two totally different things, it seems to me that you are talking about drive mode, not metering, when you mention One Shot and AI Servo.
Johnny You are correct. It should be the drive mode - one shot and Ai servo. I was think drive mode, but type metering. Sorry for the confusion. I edited to state drive modes.
Thanks
+Methodical2 So if I can ask what do you have settings for your custom functions set to? bif? sports? birds?... thanks
+David Jones C1 general settings (i.e perched birds, wildlife etc.), C2 Sports and C3 BIF
Kyle are you saying switch to or from Nikon?
I'm a new Photographer. I have the Canon Rebel T6 Premium Kit. I should have known to go to Canon where I would find Mr. Morris and quality video obstruction. This may be a little beyond me right now but I'm filing the info in my brain and as I learn how to use my camera and progress in Bird Photography, Canon has my business for future gear.
The best information I ever got on bird photography up to now. Thank's so much, Arthur and Canon. I am quite happy with my EOS 1 D Mk III and 7 D!
Josef Gerl why use 2 cameras?
Marc G one is full frame 14FPS, the other is crop sensor(for extra reach) and 10-12FPS you’ll commonly see this combo in the field.
So much to learn and so many people willing to share. Thanks a bunch!
Thank you very much for this informative explanation. I greatly appreciate you taking the time to help us along. I'm so looking forward to trying these settings tomorrow as I venture back out to get some geese landing photos both on water and on cut corn fields.
Thanks again really appreciate it.
very nicely described ! Thanks love your work always!
Such generosity of knowledge, what a great bloke. Thanks Arthur.
Very happy to hear you say DPP in regard processing raw files. I use DPP4. Friends have tried to sway me away, telling me how bad it is. Great video.
so pleased to stumble onto your tutorial vid, the only vid that ive came across with best explanation for bbaf & custom settings. many thanks for this, youre the best!✨😆👌🏼
Wow. This is one of the most informative YT videos I've ever seen. It's a perfect bridge between my oldtimey film knowledge, and modern digital camera. I had dismissed back button focusing on my new, (first ever digital) Canon t5i, but will definitely use it. I don't like the fact that the exposure locks when the shutter is half pressed. It seems like this is a solution.
Thanks. Great video!
This was incredibly helpful. Thank you!
You mentioned depth-of-field isn't an issue in flight photography. Yet when shooting a Canon 7D Mark II 400mm f5.6 I noticed many times the head of an eagle or hawk is sharp but the wing or tail is blurry. Stopping down to f8 seemed to improve things, and f10 gives even more keepers, when shooting with a shutter speed of 1600-2000.
It isn't a driving element like in portrait photography was his point
Thank you so much, you explain things in a way I can follow and understand - cheers Anna - New Zealand (Canon 7d Mk2)
People do not seem to grasp that he uses a specific picture style because that picture style will load when you view the RAW file if you use Canon's software DPP Digital Photo Professional. SO the JPG preview on the camera will look like the final output minus minor tweaks to push saturation, contrast and sharpness etc.
Useless trick for RAW
Very helpful even for NIkon users....
Nice to see that I do it in the same way, with exception of the cases (i just don't touch them). And, well, I don't have such lenses. I also have back focus on both * and AF button, it's easier not to miss it :)
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Excellent information on birds
I just subscribed. I'm just getting back into photography after many yrs. I have a T1i Cannon Rebel. I just play & learn, but learning from videos like yours on TH-cam Really helps. I'm pleased with some of my pictures that others wouldn't enjoy. Do you have a Instagram for your pictures I can follow??? 🤗🤗🤗
Hi! You can check out Canon USA on Instagram at instagram.com/canonusa where we showcase America's best Canon photographers on a daily basis. Be sure to check it out!
Firstly, thank you for posting this informative video. I have a question about the tracking sensitivity. Why have you reduced it to minus? I thought more responsive would be better.
Thank you in advance.
Hi there! Setting the sensitivity in the negative range can help keep the focus tracking on the subject even if obstacles enter the frame or the subject strays from the AF point. We hope this helps!
Artie shoots Nikon now. Switched a few months ago. He and a number of other top bird photographers. They mentioned a variety of reasons, including better autofocus for still photography and overall for the D850. A big deal in the avian photography community.
Awesome! Keep up the good work.
PRO TIP;
I set both back buttons to af off using front focus. Pressing one of the back buttons for one shot . Releasing back button if my subject moves again. And continuing ai,servo .
dropping my gear and screwing up my pictures is pretty much the go to moves for me. i guess it's ok to learn knew things though and i can try different methods than what i know
Arthur, I'd like to know what tripod and head system you were using, please.
Hi Rick:
In the video at the link here, th-cam.com/video/PA6UqIYh-OA/w-d-xo.html Arthur says he is using a Gitzo 35-32 LS Tripod and 4th Generation M-3.6 Mongoose Gimbal Action Head.
Hope this is the information you needed.
thank you very much artie :) for this great tips . i wish i can attend one of your classes, may be in the near future ( summer 2015) i might come and visit my beloved America, and i will be honored just in meeting you Sir.
He's so so good!
Thank you kind sir :) artie
Folks are invited to learn more about the creation of the CLDC Bird Photography Series here: www.birdsasart-blog.com/2015/01/14/i-smiled-the-whole-timecanon-bird-photography-with-arthur-morris-video-1/comment-page-1/#comment-1709974
+Arthur Morris Sir, You are the best Guru for bird photography. A treasure-trove of information and advice on this topic.
Arthur Morris what size the lins ...
So expansive ..
Love these videos, can you do some going more into the various AF Cases and which ones to use in which situations as it relates to birding.
Love the work! Keep grinding
PRO TIP;
There ARE MORE options for back button auto focus. With many Canon pro grade bodies like the 7d mii, 5d s and 5d sr, 5d miv, 1dx, 1dx mii and 1 dx miii.
Normal back button (with the AF- ON or AE Lock button) OR Custom detailed auto focus settings.
TO SET:
THE CUSTOM DETAILED AUTO FOCUS SETTING.
The AE Lock button can be set from the start screen of CUSTOM CONTOLS back button set up. When you see METERING and AUTO FOCUS Start.
*(Pause at **2:27** and you will see the INFO Detail set)*
In the lower left corner you'll see (INFO Detail set): press INFO and you'll get four parameters to set.
SELECT what you wish to change.
Press SET:
1...auto focus start position
2....Ai-servo AF characteristics
3....AF operation
4....AF area selection mode
Make the changes Press SET:
You can set both back buttons to the detailed settings if you prefer. Or set one FOR: Auto Focus Stop or anyone of the other choices.
Plus you can set the Depth Of Field preview button to a unique AF configuration so you can change focus point speed and tracking abilities.
Good one thanks
Love the video. Question... Why not using the AF-ON Button and preferring the * instead for back focus?
good job thanks my friend .
How do i keep the focus square on display all the time on my viewfinder, it only activates when i press the focus...i want to know where my focus point is set before i start aiming.
sorry im new to canon, i have been shooting Nikon for more than a decade and the menu term need to get used to.
thanks
Husain Alfraid Hello Husain Alfraid,
The focus points will illuminate after activating by pressing and holding the shutter button slightly or by pressing the AF-On button on the back of most camera bodies. If you are in the USA and need additional assistance, you can reach our US-based Technical Support Team at bit.ly/ContactCanon for help.
We hope this is helpful.
Great video! I just purchase Canon 6D with sigma 150-600 Contemporary & I wonder if you can create a video about
the right settings for Aviation photography (shutter speed, aperture, and ISO) for keeping the pictures sharp & clear & also hear some tips.
Thanks
Anthony Hershko I shoot airshow with the same combo. Iso 800-1600 aperature priority mode at f8. Servo autofocus with all points selected. Shoot in raw. Some of my shots are on my Instagram at mikew9788@yahoo.com
Anyone you recommend watching for beginners? Your title got my interest before quickly realizing you’re using terms and vocabulary familiar with people who probably don’t need much instruction at all.
There’s so much I have to look up from what was mentioned here, I’m not sure where to start.
Hello:
We have all been beginners at one time. You may want to check out our Canon EOS 101: Photography and Videography Basics series here: canon.us/3P1SQcp This will cover some of the fundamentals. If you want more information on one area of photography, you may find it on our Learn With Canon page here: canon.us/37xccFm
We hope this get you started.
for bird pictures which one do you use?o make matricial,parcial ,pontual,ponderada in the center?may ingles not very good
Very helpful video. But I am having a problem with 7DII AND 100400 II lens where autofocus points fix on high contrast areas. For example dark wing edge and light sky in background or black / white feather variation on bird. This leaves face / eyes soft. Is there a trick I am missing?
Why worry about WB when shooting raw?
Todays ceras back button focus isn't necessary with the coverage of auto focus coverage. When shooting a bird for example that stops flying and you need to focus recompose. Merely press the back button to stop focus then recompose and shoot. And if your subject moves or takes flight simply release pressure on back button and continue focus tracking and shooting. Using shutter release button. Much simpler to do two things(focus and shoot) with one button, Rather than two things(focus and shoot) with two buttons.
Also in winter try using back button focus with photography gloves on , good luck with that.
It would be useful to have a link to a pdf with the suggested settings listed.
Can you give ideas about best possible autofocus settings in CANON 80D,during birds in flight shot?
Hi Bidyut! You may want to try using AI Servo AF. This is suited well for moving subjects. While you hold down the shutter button halfway, the camera will keep focusing on the subject continuously. We hope this helps!
I know that ,but I want to know the other autofocus settings in autofocus menu of Canon 80D.
Regards
Bidyut
Our support team will be more than happy to go over the settings in your EOS 80D with you so you can determine what will work best for you. Please reach out to them at Canon.us/ContactYT
Very informative. What is ‘cases’ about? I’m new at photography and just hearing the term for the first time.
Hi Darrien! On some of our newer camera models, you can fine-tune the AI Servo AF to suit a particular subject or shooting situation by selecting from one of 6 preset "cases" in the menu. Examples include Case 1, which is a general purpose setting for any moving subject, or Case 5, which is great for figure skaters and such. We hope this helps!
CanonUSA thank you, I’ll check if my 200D has this feature.
Dear Mr. Morris, Thank you so much for the incredibly valuable tips. Really enjoyed the way you explain things. So many combinations of the camera body and lens settings
I am a bit confused what settings I should have for fast moving jets. Would you say that 7D MK II is better than 5D MK II & MK III ? Best wishes.
Hi Pat! We think you'll find the EOS 7D Mark II to be more versatile for this, as it has significantly faster maximum continuous shooting speeds available and it handles action very well. With either camerar, you'll need to set it to use AI Servo AF for continuous tracking of the subject, as well as set the drive mode to continuous. Using a fast enough shutter speed to stop the action can also be important. We hope this helps!
Thank you so much Sir, This is great news and I will set the controls to these settings. I am simply imbued by your teaching and in awe with your work.
Will there be a EOS 7D MK III available in March 2018? Best wishes.
If you're shooting in RAW, white balance is not important, as it can be adjusted during processing!
At about 2:50 in the video, you use custom functions to set the * button to Meter/AF. Why did you do this when the AF-ON button is already set for this function? Now you have two buttons set for the same function (AF). I did change the shutter half-press to meter only, but use the AF-ON for BB AF. I then set the * button to AE-Lock (Hold)
One reason could be that if you are using an battery pack, it does not come with a AF-ON button BUT it comes with a * button, making it easier to BBAF even if you are holding your camera vertically - please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Was this video done in Bosque ? If so can you let me know which time of the year was this video made. I wanted to know how it will in December end
Why use the * button for back-button focus, when the 7D II has a button marked 'AF' right there on the back?
+Phil Buglass Personal preference I assume. I have * set to servo, AF-ON set to one shot. For static subjects I like knowing one shot has a lock although focus/release * probably works just as well.
Thank you
Do you guys ever heard about color grading? Even if you enjoy your picture right after shooting with one of the 5 best default picture style, after that you need working with LR, luts, zone adjustments, retouch etc, and improve your picture by 90% is happening on PC. So, really, how can you enjoy that 10% quality picture on little technical display with ugly colors in sunny day. Just check your composition, focus, clipping, and go keep shooting. You will admire after hours working only.
I usually shoot wildlife in Av mode with AI Servo, Back button focus (* button ) on my 7DMII with 100-400 MII lens.
When the bird start from sitting position to flying, I wanted to use register recall sotting setting while being at Av mode for my BIF shot.settings which are set in Manual mode as 1/3000 sec, f5.6, auto ISO with expanded zone autofocus points.
In other words, when I don't have time to turn the dial to select one of the three custom settings, I can just push the AF-On button and instantly achieve the same thing on the fly. But the camera just don't allow this.
I register the settings while in Manual and then switch to Av mode. Once the settings are registered, they show up in the Register Recall settings menu, however, once I switch back to Av mode,Tv mode I loose the settings that I registered and it is grayed out in the Register Recal menu.
Am I misunderstanding the intent of Register Recall functions ? Is there any other way to achieve this ?
1dx...this camera prob can autofocus itself and u can operate it with your feet
Mr. Morris, I am sure I will go over all the info once more, you are a great resource for a digital beginner in bird photography. One q: Settings, Standard, and you say leave it. Yet I could change the setting to my liking for the sake of my JPEG preferred image in camera, and that would not affect RAW if I shoot RAW plus JPEG? Or am I wrong here. Thank you!
You are correct. It will affect the JPEG, but you'll have the data there in the RAW to change and process into a new JPEG later if you want to. For additional advice and real-time feedback to new questions, feel free to reach out directly to our friendly support team.
Awesome
what is difference in assigning Auto focus to AF on button and Star button? How do they both activate one picture and AI servo respectively while same action being assigned to both buttons?
Nitin Jain Hello Nitin Jain,
Thank you taking time to watch the tutorial. There is no difference in function if the same action is assigned to both the AF-On and the STAR button. One of the buttons can be programmed to switch between One-Shot and Ai-Servo. As an example, you can set the STAR upon to activate the AF start and then set the AF-On button to switch between the two focus drive modes. The reverse can be also done if you prefer to use the AF-On button to start focus. We hope this is helpful.
This was a very helpful video..I am using the 5D Markiv...I have a question on the back button focus. I have always used that and I have always set the AF-on button to back button. I have now set that button and the AE-lock button to back button just has Arthur suggested but I am not sure I understand the difference. Should the AF on button be used only for tracking?
Hi Jean! In this case, Arthur set it to the AE-Lock button, likely for demonstration purposes, leaving that same function assigned to the AF-ON button like it is by default. Both would serve the same purpose here and it would be a matter of personal preference. Also, if you're using an older camera body before the AF-ON button existed, the AE-Lock button would be the one you'd assign for back-button AF in the custom functions. We hope this explanation helps!
Thanks...
Help full video....
ok one question. why you buy a lens that has f2.8 and you use it at 7.1? so my 75-300 mm will do the same job
No question this guy knows his stuff and it's great to hear what can be created . . . . . with really expensive equipment! And that's the only problem here that I invariably come across with Photography tutorials. Some of the lenses they use are more like Bazookas or rocket launchers! Definitely four and five figure retail priced equipment. Which, I'm guessing, puts them beyond the reach of around three quarters of all enthusiastic photographers. So, PLEASE! When producing videos of this kind, PLEASE, consider the little guy with the limited budget! We all know expensive equipment gets results but not necessarily always the best. High quality images can be captured using much lesser priced Cameras and lenses. So, let's have some tutorials on 'Budget Photography' and just maybe you'll reach a far wider audience!
Hi Mike:
Thank you for the feedback. We certainly understand that many users are not earning a living with their photography and do not have the same budget as a professional nature or sports photographer. Canon does offer other training resources for those starting out or working with smaller budgets. You may wish to review the following articles: [Equipping Yourself for Sports Photography: A Three-tiered Approach] - Canon.us/l9ms7, or [Canon Lenses for Wildlife Photography] - Canon.us/drpw2.
We hope you find this helpful. If you have additional questions on any of our lenses or cameras, our support agents are happy to assist. For support, please register your product to under your Canon Account at the link: Canon.us/mcahy. Once you log into your account, click the [Service & Support] link and select the support method.
Why are AF-ON and *(star) bottoms set to AF?
Hi Lourenco,
The presenter is using a technique called Back Button AF, which as favored by many sports and wildlife photographers. The video at the following link goes into detail on how and why one would use Back Button AF. th-cam.com/video/giYkmbm_2Ow/w-d-xo.html
We hope this explains the feature.
How to use ne shot and ai servo mode in a single focus when using back botto focus I'm using 80D camera . Is it possible to work in a one focusing bottom please ..
One shot and Ai servo
@@mrinmoybhowmik7219 Hello Mrinmoy:
The video describes how you can use back button focus in Ai-servo mode and to achieve One-Shot focus by releasing the back button once you focus on your subject. The description begins at minute 2:40. Our camera support agents are happy to walk you through setting this up. You can reach them at 1-800-652-2666 Monday-Friday: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm ET, Saturday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm ET, excluding holidays.
If you are outside the United States, contact support for your area through our global web site Canon.us/globalsupport.
We hope this helps.
very expensive
Hello please help I have a canon 100 400 ii and 7d mark ii with 1.6 crop factor. What settings do I need to use to get sharp pictures do I need to stop down ? What does this mean thanks
+Matt Packer Hi Matt! There are several different things our staff of highly skilled photographers can go over with you. Give them a call at 1-800-OK-CANON (800-652-2666) weekdays between 8 AM and midnight, or on Saturdays between 10 AM and 8 PM ET. We hope this helps!
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tanks mate m it qsa usefull
hey last thing my camera seems to have iso d plus on my camera i dont want to use this how do i make it normal again so i can use iso 100 ect
Matt Packer Hi Matt, If the D+ symbol is showing on the top display panel, you have Highlight Tone Priority engaged. Just go to the first camera menu group, select Highlight Tone Priority and disable it. This will allow you to access the expanded ISO settings. We hope you find this helpful.
What does picture style have to do with raw files? My understanding has long been that Picture Style is only relative to the jpg rendering. So t adjusts the image shown on the LDC and it adjusts the jpg file when shooting jpg. It does not adjust the RAW.
Is my understanding incorrect?
Hi Tom. Your understanding of the application of Picture Style to the processing of JPEG images is correct. However, while a Picture Style does not directly affect a RAW image, it is appended to the image for later processing. You can change this later before it is processed, which is the great part about RAW, or you can process the RAW into a JPEG or TIFF and the set Picture Style will be applied. We hope this helps clarify things.
That is interesting to know.
Does the picture style effect whats being recorded as raw on canon camera's now ? I have always been under the impression that Raw is Raw and that none of these styles even B&W style has any effect on a Raw image so if you shoot Raw none of this effects you image surely it is only exposure triangle values that can effect the Raw image and not the styles at least with Sony Nikon this is the case
Hi Tony! You are correct in that when shooting in RAW, the actual image file is unaffected. Settings aside from exposure are appended to the image file and will affect the image after it is processed. We hope this helps!
Please help me. I can't seem to actually change what focus points I want to use what have I done wrong. How do I go through the points. I seem to be stuck on expandable group points.
Matt Packer Hi, Matt!
If all or multiple focus points are selected, then it sounds like your camera is currently set for automatic AF point selection. To select a specific point for autofocus, try turning the dial on the back of your camera to cycle through the points.
Based on your post, we don't know which specific camera you're using, and the procedure may vary slightly depending on the model. We recommend that you check your camera's instruction manual for information on how to select AF points.
We hope this helps!
***** hey it is the 7d mark 2 and sigma 50 500 mm lens
for some reason i cant scroll through the focus pionts i did change something on the back button focusing but i set it back to default and it still wont let me what button should let me ?the af seems to be on group af
Matt Packer Hello, Matt!
The number of usable autofocus points will vary depending on the lens you're using. Since you're using a non-Canon lens, we have no information on how it will perform on a Canon body. If you have a Canon lens on hand, we recommend that you try that one to see if you have more flexibility with AF point or group selection.
We also advise that you consult your camera's instruction manual for more information on AF groups. You'll find it on page 100 of the EOS 7D Mark II's instruction manual.
If problems persist after using a Canon lens and checking the manual, we recommend contacting our award-winning USA-based tech support team at bit.ly/ContactCanon and we can help get this straightened out.
Glad to help!
Hello, what is the fastest way to set my 1DX:
- to take pictures of myself, I mean how to set so that I can go in front of my camera and it would focus on me when I come into the camera?
also can I automate picture taking so it would tak a lot of photos while I am able to change positions for the selfies I want to take?
I hope this make sense....literally I am by myself travelling and want to take self pictures without asking anyone to focus and take picture for me.
Thanky you. Zsolt
Hi there.
The best method for doing this is using the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E8A. When attached to the camera, you can connect to the camera with a smartphone or tablet, then set up the shot remotely.
Without the transmitter, you can set the camera's drive mode to Self-Timer by pressing the button and turning the Quick Control Dial. You can use either a 10-second or 2-second timer, 10-second probably being the best for what you are trying to do. Focus on an object at the same distance where you will stand, press the shutter button to start the timer, then go stand in front of the camera. Also, with the Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 attached, you can set it to take a specified number of images at specified intervals, allowing you to re-position yourself for multiple images.
We hope this helps!
CanonUSA Thank You. 😇
Why do you have camouflage on your camera and accessories, including tripod but wearing a bright red jacket. Isn't that defeating the purpose?
because Lenscoats are used to protect the lenses as well as to provide some camouflage when shooting from a bird blind. when out in the open it doesn't matter.
So AF-On and * are set to do the same thing? Why not just use AF-ON?
Rob Gillespie Hello Rob,
Great observation. Yes, Arthur Morris has both the AF-On and the * button set to activate the auto focus. Many photographers find the outside button easier to use depending on how their thumb rests on the back of the camera. The AF-On button can be reassigned to other function if you so desire. We hope you find this helpful.
***** Thanks for the reply. Just wanted to check if I was missing something.
HELP!!!!! Arthur...PLEASE help!!! Canon 100-400 ii modes questions abound and answers are cryptic. If I am using back button focus for flying birds left to right at eye level, should I: 1) use mode 3; and 2) keep the back button focus depressed constantly if set to High Speed Continuous shooting? Or a different mode or not continuously press the back button focus? No tripod in this scenario...and the bird is closest straight in front of me but further from left and further as it passed to right, light the bend of a river. Love your videos! thank you
Hi John! We have a team of photography experts standing by to provide you with one-on-one advice for your specific shooting situation, as well as answers to any additional questions that come up along the way. Please give them a call at 1-800-OK-CANON (800-652-2666) weekdays between 8 AM and midnight, or on Saturdays between 10 AM and 8 PM ET. We look forward to hearing from you!
how about using canon 550D for bird photography..is it possible?
Hi Akash! Though it isn't quite as fast as some of the more professional bodies, the EOS 550D (EOS Rebel T2i in the US) is certainly a capable camera for photographing birds. We hope this helps!
CanonUSA thank you for ur quick response
CanonUSA the video help me a lot
What does the D+ mean with the ISO
+Geoffrey Pain Hi Geoffrey. Great question! The D+ under the ISO is referring to highlight tone priority. You can learn more about this setting for the EOS 7D Mark II on page 154 of the manual. We hope this helps!
if your shooting raw.. no need to worry about white balance or picture styles
adamfilip...some clients want certain setups so when they process into a tif file. I generally use these settings making for easy workflow.
Like iso low...(picture style)neutral-all perameters set at 0 white balance(kelvin) 5200°-5500°...Adobe RGB...just varies from client to client. Sometimes they except jpegs others want tifs.
sir do u have the setting for cano 80d for flying birds photography... ?
Hi Ishor! The best settings will vary from one shooting situation to the next. Our team of experts may have some tips to help point you in the right direction though. Please give them a call at 1-800-OK-CANON (800-652-2666) weekdays between 8 AM and midnight, or on Saturdays between 10 AM and 8 PM ET. We look forward to hearing from you!
thanks for the reply sir, well i m in dubai is there any way so that i can get the right setting from u r team thanks
We aren't able to provide the exact settings that will work because they will vary regularly. However, there are specific settings that come to mind that we believe you'll need to concentrate on the most. Those include using a fast enough shutter speed to stop any action in the image caused by the bird's movement, as well as using the AI Servo AF mode for continuous autofocus to help track the bird as it moves to ensure it is in sharp focus. Exposing correctly with those in mind will take a little practice, so we recommend you arrive at the location you'll be shooting a bit early to take some test shots to help you get the settings dialed in perfectly. We hope this helps!
nice video.
Is the location new mexico ?
Hello,
Yes, this was recorded at Bosque Del Apache National wildlife Refuge: th-cam.com/video/c3XwhOfnnQA/w-d-xo.html.
Hope that helps.
CanonUSA thought so ... I visited that place earlier this year. That was before covid travel ban ..(im from denmark) .
Beutifull place
Thanks for answer and thanks for a very nice video
Still not sold on back button focus. I can focus better using the shutter button
+Mr M I learnt how to set up back button focus from another video and find it is of great benefit shooting birds and sports when the subject is moving. You have the back button pressed all the time the subject is moving and can take pics at any time and the subject is always in focus. ie when you press the shutter button the camera has only one thing to do and that is set the exposure and then take the picture.
Using 70D and 55-250 STM lens
I use the EOS 1DX for hobby. How the setting on the camera to the best bird photography?
Thank you.
Hi there! We recommend looking over the information we have available in the Canon Digital Learning Center at Canon.us/5set We hope this helps!
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Hi! While we wish we could give everyone a camera, we can certainly hook you up with some sweet savings. Visit canon.us/specials to see our current special offers and take advantage of available 12-month interest-free financing from PayPal while you're there!
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Is he in Japan?
+Dylan Fan Hi Dylan! This beautiful location is the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. We hope this helps!
Loads of information but pace was way too fast for me being a beginer
hey would u recommend cano 7d mark 2 and 400 f5.6 or new nikon 300 f4 vr and d7100 with tele converter
Hello Matt, The EOS 7D Mark II with either the EF 300mm f/4L IS USM or the EF 400mm f/5.6L USM will make a great combination. Both of these lenses can be used with our Extender EF 1.4x III which will still allow autofocus using the center point of the EOS 7D Mark II. The Extender EF 2X III can also be used, but autofocus is not possible due to the light loss. We hope you will find this information helpful.
***** ok thank you i still am abit confused with the 7d mark 2. what settings would you use for birds perched ?and the settings you use on the 7d 2 do they all save on your camera ?and i still dont know to get 400 f5.6 or 300 f4 haha. the 400 needs goodlight doesnt it?and the 400 will give me more reach compared to 300 f4 is is image stablisation improtant which this lens doesnt have. is it good for perched birds aswell. what settings would you suggest with this lens combo. i live in the UK so light not always great but also go to spain sometimes.
Matt Packer Hi Matt! Settings will be different from photo to photo. We suggest contacting Canon UK support to see if they can help walk you through getting to know your camera. They're at www.canon.co.uk
Kaitlyn Phillips Harrison
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Aaaaahhh! Is this guy a bd-asss, or is this just life as a Canon sponsered photographer?
Too much button pressing. It's not how I roll.
Merely saying which settings were chosen, without saying what they are and what they do, is entirely unhelpful - and very frustrating. This video would have been much better with further explanation with respect to this.
Step 1 is missing: Don't use a Canon camera because it does not have a silent shutter option.
First off how important is it that non-silent shutter makes u diss a whole brand? Is silent shutter always more important than a better auto-focusing system? Your loss. Also the camera showing, 7d mark ii for example have silent shutter mode.
Canon is thee leading camera manufacturer in the world. Canon has always lead the way in research and new innovations in camera and lens progress. In the 70s and 80's Nikon didn't have a super telephoto. Nikon had nothing over 200mm. Canon first in programmed camera...first in 35mm slr image stabilization lenses...first camera manufacturer to make its own full frame digital 35mm slr...first custom user settable settings in slr camera...the list goes on and on. Canon continues to keep finger on pulse of pro photographers and NEW CAMERA /LENS TECHNOLOGY. That's why you Nikon boys always try to compare to Canon. Canon is the the BEST.
My 5D Mk iii has "silent" single or continuous shooting.
Having a loud shutter has never stopped Frans Lanting, Art Wolfe, Moose Peterson and thousands of other wildlife photographers from making fantastic images.
A professional photographer, working for one of the biggest camera companies in the world, telling how a picture style influences your raw photo? WHAT? He should know that picture styles only mess with JPEG files and the preview on you camera screen... And Canon's director should definitely have recognised this and edited this part out.
This so called wildlife photographer tells a lot of wrong stuff in Canon's videos, it's very sad.
+fwijffels
Three reasons - I like to review the picture I shot and enjoy it right there with the right colors and white balance rather than tweaking every damn picture in post which kills the joy.
Sometimes like the picture I saw on the back of the camera rather than the muted lightroom preview (which removes all the adjustments) and use the camera software generated jpeg version rather than wasting time in lightroom to match that picture.
It is not very hard and I dont see why one would not do that.
You should've paid closer attention to when he mentioned he did it for processing in DPP, the Canon photo software that will automatically read the picture style of the RAW file
Do you guys ever heard about color grading? Even if you enjoy your picture right after shooting with one of the 5 best default picture style, after that you need working with LR, luts, zone adjustments, retouch etc, and improve your picture by 90% is happening on PC. So, really, how can you enjoy that 10% quality picture on little technical display with ugly colors in sunny day. Just check your composition, focus, clipping, and go keep shooting. You will admire after hours working only.