Nikon D500 Nikkor 200-500 - Best Bird / Wildlife Photography Experience To Date
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- čas přidán 9. 11. 2017
- I take my D500 out in search of some incredible wildlife in Florida and we find lots of it. Come on with me on the experience.
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I've seen lots of photography channels on CZcams and they all are too busy talking about specs and sharpness while you are creating legendary photos with the same gear!! Your photos are so insanely Awesome I literally thought the thumbnails to your videos were clickbait!! Seriously, why don't you have like 10 million subscribers already?!
Thanks. That is very nice of you to say!
You sir are, a great storyteller and a fantastic bird photographer! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind words!
Your channel might be my new favorite on CZcams. Outstanding photography and outstanding stories.
Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying them.
Your narration just keeps getting better. Also, I'm thankful for the trivia you put in, not just about the birds, but also other insect, wildlife and surroundings. Keep up the great work! Really appreciate all the effort and content!
Thank you! I'm trying to add a little more info with each video when possible. Thanks for watching.
Hi Mark, I got my D500 around the same time as you and have been following ever since. Your informative approach to getting setup with the D500 has been great and these adventures I come along on are fabulous thanks so much and keep up the great work. Phill from the UK
Thanks so much for all the great compliments. I really appreciate it. Glad to know you are enjoying the adventures!
Found your site and this was the first video of your's that I have viewed. I really enjoyed it and also like how you add some factual side points of interest. I did want to point out that I really like that you display the EXIF data for your shots. I wish others would do that. It does help with the learning process as I see a shot and then work backwards in my mind as to why those particular camera settings were chosen. I look forward to viewing your past and future videos. Thanks.
+cii1072 Thanks for watching. I'm glad you are enjoying the videos.
I feel I am well set up for my first time doing bird photography. thanks Mark.
Mark - Love your photography videos. They are more than an endorsement or review. They are instructive and entertaining. They also show your love of wildlife photography.
Thank you very much! I really appreciate that.
Mark Smith you’re welcome. I’m excited about putting some of that knowledge to work very soon myself. I get my Nikon D500 very soon. I would like to know what lenses you recommend. Perhaps that is another series.
Every image did tell a story. And you did make it more awesome by narrating it....Kudos from India.
Thanks for the compliments and for watching.
Just beautiful! I'm happy to have found your channel and enjoy the narrative and those gorgeous photos.
I finally bought my D500 and 200-500mm, all thanks to you.
Mark, I was checking out some of your older videos and brother you have some of the best birding luck of any photographer on CZcams, PLUS you are truly a master camerasmith, your pic’s are the best of the best, I tell my wife all the time, I inspire to be like you!! Plus you are very very knowledgeable about Florida my favorite place in the whole world! Lou
The heron's flight with the frog is really an award winning shot. Keep up the good work cuz it inspires a lot of people.
Thanks so much! I need to research some contests for this picture!
Wow! There are many very good photo/birding channels on YT and elsewhere but I will venture that yours is a contender for first place. I only say this as I know I haven't found them all. Aside from the stunning photos and great videography, I think your narrative style is what sets you apart from the best. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thank you so much. I really appreciate it and thanks for watching.
So awesome - definitely some great stories! I have a D500 on the way as 'backup' to my D810. Can't wait to test out the D500 / 200-500 killer combo.
I got my d500 as a backup to my d810 and the d810 collected dust. Have fun!
Great content Mark! That was a shot of a lifetime, just awesome.
Thanks! I got really lucky that day.
Thanks for sharing such a wonderful video with wildlife images. I myself love photographing wildlife. My visit to Florida was one of my best bird photography days, such a great variety. Living in Puerto Rico, in most cases I have to travel the whole island looking for migrating warblers. This fall I should be moving to Florida so I am looking forward to great photography times.
Thanks for watching. You will have a great time photographing birds in Florida. Enjoy!
Really well done, Mark. This video was a pleasure to watch! Excellent storytelling, excellent photography. Very impressive indeed. Thanks!
Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
Loving your videos Mark, a real breath of fresh air. Your enthusiasm makes the videos and your insight especially with the latest Nikon gear has me hooked.
I've been a Nikon user for over thirty years I reckon the D500 and 200-500 could be the solution I need.I really like how you edit your photos, they look very natural. cheers from the UK.
tony
+AoToGo Thanks for all the compliments. I really appreciate them. The d500 paired with the 200 500 is very impressive.
I’m in awe at your photos and your story telling and the information you provide in your videos, subscribed and very happy to have found your channel.
Thanks so much. Glad you are enjoying the videos!
Mark, thank you for continuing to provide motivation for me in attempting to capture similar excellent quality images. Not as many bird varieties here, but we do have those damn sand spurs.
You are very welcome! Those sand spurs are a pain and I mean that literally!
Great video, amazing pictures. Bravo, Mark! Love the fact that you display the EXIF. Heading for Florida soon, can't wait to re-discover the mangroves and Wakodahatchee wetlands!
+Sophie Thibault Thank you for the great compliments. Have fun in the mangroves just watch out for those gators.
This video got me subbed! I expect more of this Mark. Nice story and the way it is put made me watch from beginning to end.
Thank you!
Great photos you don't realise how lucky you are to have such a wonderful variety of birds,pleasure to watch.
Thank you! I do realize how lucky I am. I love every single minute of it.
Love this! I have a D500 shipping to me this week, and your video is making me want to get the 200-500 NIKKOR lens ASAP!!! I also live in Florida and want to get into wildlife / sports photography, this video is inspirational to me. Thanks and keep up the good work. I'm subscribed now!
+UltimaWeapon Thanks for subscribing. The 200 500 is a great lens and very impressive on the d500. A must for wildlife.
Just came across this video while looking for tips on my newly-purchased 200-500. That heron shot/story alone was enough to convince me to sub.
Thanks for the sub. Enjoy your lens. It is a good one.
So glad I found your channel! Really enjoying your videos. I feel like I’m there with you! Those alligators make me nervous though! Thankfully, we don’t get those up North!
Very nice video!! You are a very good photographer and storyteller. Your videos not only help us learn photography but also about the different species of animals and insects. Best of luck for future videos, and keep up the good work.
Thanks!
Wow wow wow. Great stuff.
Jim
+phooesnax Thanks
Damn!!! What an epic adventure day. These photos are amazing man. Excellent work. You got a new subscriber!
Thanks. It was an epic day for sure.
Great video and you captured some awesome images. I've been hoping to get a D500, however, I have to work it into my budget. I'm shooting a D5500 Nikon with a Tamron 150-600mm (not the G2). I live in Florida and nearly all my photography is in the Wildlife Management areas around central Florida. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it.
How have I never come across this channel?! This is incredible!!!
Thanks! I'm glad you are enjoying it.
Your pictures are superb and Florida seems to be a great place to be.
It is a fantastic place.
Awesome captures and amazing photo skills on your part Mark! The heron looking at you holding a frog is incredible! However, I don't think I would be as comfortable as you navigating through gator turf.. Loving what I see from this camera/lens and look forward to your next series! Cheers!
Thanks so much. The heron gave me one of those incredibly rare photos moments where luck plays a huge role. The gators were a little uncomfortable. I didn't expect to see them and after seeing so many, I WILL BE VERY wary of going back to this location.
LoooooVe your channel! Thank you so much for what you do. Those are just amazing shots.
Thanks!
Another great video! Looking forward to doing some birding in Florida thanks to your story telling videos.
Thanks!
I like that "come on lets go check it out".
Thanks for the great video! I look forward to watching more of your adventures!!
You are welcome! Thanks for watching.
Absolutely brilliant photography..... What a day, o much activity.... Always a delight to watch your vids.... Thanks for putting up settings and explaining the reasons for them..... Great stuff....
Thank so much and you are welcome. Hopefully all can learn from the videos!
Dude! So glad I happened to notice your channel. Very cool photos and story telling!
Thank you!
What a fun and informative video! I love the stories of the animals.... and coupled with your screenshots of your camera specs, this was a wonderful presentation. I just bought the D500 to go on another photographic South African safari, so fast action, super zoom tutorials are much needed. I am an enthusiastic amateur, and have a lot to learn. Thanks and keep these coming, please! Am getting for Christmas the Tamron 150-600 lens....my first big big lens.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for the comment. Good luck on your safari. I bet you'll have a great time!
That osprey and fish photo is one of the most spectacular nature images I've seen. Just mind boggling. Chapeau to you, Mark!
Thanks so much! Those birds are incredible.
Mark, I made that comment before seeing the heron and frog image. Equally stunning!
Really enjoy your personable style of presentation and your work.
BTW, where are you in Florida? I spent a lot of time a few years in a row in and around Sebastian Inlet State Park near Vero Beach. It's such a wonderland for water fowl as well as fish.
+Dj Toman The heron really presented quite the opportunity. This whole adventure was just north of Sebastian inlet. I am currently in Vero beach. Great place for wildlife.
Damn you've got some amazing captures, i would be happy with just one of them!
Thanks. That was a very lucky day!
Really enjoying your vids and stories about the wildlife you encounter Mark, beautiful images too! thanks for sharing and for camera set up as well.
Thanks for watching. I'm glad you are enjoying them.
Enjoy watching your bird shooting experiences in Florida. I just purchased a D500 to have the ability to photograph sports, action & wildlife. Living in Fort Myers, FL gives me the close proximity to J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Preserve. Currently, I will be using a my Nikkor 70-300mm lens. BTW...I have owned a D60, D90, D300, D700, D7100 but now have my F100's, D800 & D500.
Thanks for watching. Glad you are enjoying the videos. You are in a great place to catch some awesome birds! I go over there every once in a while. The D500 is a great camera. Have fun with it!
Very original story Telling and Powerful pictures.... Right on the bullseye wiith every shot !!!
Thank you!
I'm dreaming of buying a D500, so it's great to see what your photos are like with it.
I don't know if a D500 or D850 would be my dream camera. I think the D500 would be all I could scrimp and save, and sell things to afford.
Get a D500 and save for better lenses!
Superb video and amazing images, the heron and frog pictures are fantastic
Thanks!
Wonderful video, Mark. My heart missed a beat (or two) with those gators. Those photos with the frog are simply stunning.
Thanks. Those gators were a little too close at times. I was nervous after seeing the first one.
Stunning images. I think this may be your best video yet. I loved it. Congratulations from East Sussex England!
Thanks! It is going to be difficult to top that day!
Mark , BCBIRDMAN here and obviously i am in British Columbia and i am a bird fanatic and a huge fan of the video i just watched and will be subscribing to your channel ,well i already have lol! The amazing little bird you wanted help with identification is a Vereo and i believe from the shot you captured with that amazing d500 and 200-500 which is my dream set up i have a d7200 which i love but would love to have the 153 point auto focus with 99 cross type but i have 51 points, lol! The Vereo i think is the Olive Vereo and just a helpful book if you dont already know because you are quite knowledgable with your stuff is the Stokes guide to North American birds i bought it just about a year ago and it is the best bird guide i have and i have 79 bird guides
Thanks for watching the videos and commenting. I really appreciate it! The D500 is a great camera for sure.
Truly amazing pictures. Well done.
Must agree Mark one of the best yet. Some really nice shots
Thanks so much!
Wow. Unbelievable photos. The frog photo was just out of this world 🐸
Thanks!
Hi Mark, what a great video, you really inspire people to get off their arse, get outside and take photos. By the way, love your little grey socks.
Rick from Australia
LOL on the grey socks. Those are expensive little grey socks, merino wool. Worth every penny. Glad to inspire people to get up and out there!
Cool vid! I love watching earth, explore and meditate...
+eXplorer Thanks. Agreed!
Really good video Mark, I've only been watching your vids for a short time but i'm learning a lot and really enjoying your content :)
Thanks! Glad you are getting something out of the videos!
That Heron shot...Oh WOW! It looks like a spectacular day was had but those alligators make me very nervous! Another brilliantly entertaining video. Well done, Mark.
Thanks for the compliments. It was fun. Those gators made me nervous too especially because we hiked about 2 miles to get to where they were.
Fantastic!! I enjoyed every minute.
Thank you!
what an amazing day!! its truly amazing what you caught that day !!!!
Yes it was! Thanks for watching.
Absolutely incredible shots Mark! Just beautiful.
Thanks! It might be tough to top the shots I got on this video but I am up for the challenge!
Stunning photography beautifully presented in your video. Would love to tag along with you sometime. Great job!
Thanks
Awesome video! First time I have been to your channel. I was searching for D500 reviews with the 200-500 lens and you popped up. Looks like it is working well for you. I have been a Canon 7d mkii shooter for three years now but considering the d500 with the 200-500 combo.
The D500 and the 200-500 make an insanely good camera.
it was seriously a amazing day for photography
Yes it was!
Another fine Video Mark --I Enjoy your work and the info you share on CZcams
Thank you. Glad you enjoy the videos.
Awesome photography and narration man.
Thanks for the great compliments.
Loved every second of that video. Thank you for doing these!!
Thanks for watching!
Wow Mark Stunning day. thanx for sharing.
Thanks for watching. It was a lot of fun!
Fantastic photos!!! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks
What a great video! Do you do photo tours? It sounds like it'd be not only educational but a blast. You really are a fun storyteller.
Thanks and yes I do. Right now I am in the middle of updating my tours but you can find more info at my sites. Floridabirdtours.com and photoworkshopsandtours.com
Thank you for your videos. Always interesting and helpful!
You are welcome. Thanks for watching.
Hi Mark, loved the bird shots but I think your pelican with the fish tail hanging out was your best shot so far. Nice work and enjoy your videos.
Thanks. That pelican shot is tough to beat! I like that one a lot too!
What an AMAZING video; never expected the bald eagle to show up! I’m going to Land Between The Lakes NW corner of the TN and KY border to look for bald eagles. They migrate here for the winter time. Hoping to see a few through my D850 and Sigma 150-600mm. Not trying to sound sappy but you are an inspiration to go out in the elements, regardless of the weather.
Thanks. The eagle surprised me too! I never expected that. I am more than happy to be an inspiration. Go out there and get some awesome captures!
Another awesome video Mark. I really love the shots of the Tri-Color Heron.
Thanks. That bird gave me quite the show!
Another great video as always Mark :-) Keep em coming bro!!
+Jeff Rzepka Thanks!
Love your work! Dedication is king
wow man nice. great. nice story . the best of all is that everything was real. like watching a comic book , pics and story
Thank you!
Awesome photos! That bald eagle one where he's looking at you, most impressive.
+Michael Quintero Thank you! That was an awesome experience! It gave me chills.
Wow! Always such incredible shots!
Thanks!
Wow those are awesome shots!! Another really great video Mark, keep them coming :-)
Thank you!
You found Big Bird! Love your work.
glad the frog got away.
Thanks!
Hi love your presentation style and your teaching ability so i subscribed, the little unidentified bird i believe is a Goldcrest.
Thanks so much!
Came across your video. I've been doing a bit bird photography. Don't know if it's interesting, but I have take many shots of a white squirrel, a morph I think, from reading. Got one nice jumping in-flight action short. Also had a Bald Eagles land on top of the light pole in my yard, was pretty cool, shots at rest and one amid takeoff.
Sounds like great photos!
Simply amazing. Thanks for sharing, Sir
Amazing video! That little bird is a rubycrowned kinglet, there are so many cool animals in Florida!
Thank you! Yes, the bird has been identified at the ruby crowned kinglet a bird I have been searching for!
Beautiful images Mark, just beautiful. No need to say anything else. Except best wishes from the U.K.
Thank you!
Terrific episode - your best one yet, I think! Watch out, Sir David Attenborough.
Thank you! That really means a lot to me!
love your videos - you are a great story teller and a cracking awesome photographer! thanks!
Thanks so much. That is very nice of you to say.
Another great vid with some great shots of the wildlife you have in Fla.
Thanks!
Wow that is a great day of birding mark. You did well with the Common Yellowthroat, waiting for it to come to you. It looks like Australia's Eastern Yellow Robin, and in the last shot of it it is perching just like our EYRs do. I really do like yellow-coloured birds being my favourite colour. Well done with the Tricoloured Heron, the D500 grabbing focus without you being able to see. In have noticed that in all Osprey photos I see carrying a fish they seem to intentionally orient the fish along their centerline for aerodynamic purposes I guess.
Thanks for all the great compliments! It was a great day for sure. Ospreys do seem to know how to carry the fish so it is easier to fly.
Holy moley Mark amazing heron + frog shot! Can't wait for your next outting 👍
Thanks! This day is going to be hard to top!
Great Mark!! Love your passion for wildlife!! We share that trait...
Thanks. I do enjoy being out there!
Wow! What an amazing day!
Yes it was!
Fabulous fabulous shots Mark! Loved every minute!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video.
What an awesome channel. Your narrations are so good it’s like watching a David Attenborough doco.
Thanks. That is a great compliment. I really appreciate it.
Simply phenomenal!
+Mike TheLastNatural Thanks
Hey Mark, love your videos. I live in Boynton Beach, where in FL was that trail, would love to go there
I happened to stumble onto your channel and love it. Your skills at photography and narrating are a great combination... keep up the great work! One question is could kindly answer. Now that you have also used the Sony A9 for birding, how do you feel the D500 compares overall? I am looking at both and due to available lens and the extra reach of the crop sensor, i am leaning towards the D500.
Hi Mark, I really enjoy these videos...very cool to "come with you" on these adventures.
The Heron shots especially are inspiring. The one in flight, that is one incredible capture, just superb.
I also am fascinated by the songbirds hunting ability, I see it all the time as well, and it's just amazing.
Did you use any camo? seems like you got really close to some of these guys...
Glad you enjoyed the video. This one was a lot of fun. The heron gave me a great few captures! No, I don't wear camo. I've found that if you spot some of these birds and just wait a little, they will often forget you are there and come very close either that or I get very lucky!
Awesome !! Thank you Mark.
You are welcome. Thanks for watching.