BIF Another (final) Red Kite

[John 2]

Another one originally discarded probably because of the blur on the wing tips but in retrospect, it seems to be natural. C&C very welcome.

Nikon D7100
70-300mm Nikkor @ 300mm
1/800th sec f8 ISO 400 +.67

[ST1]

very well caught, it works for me John

[John 2]

Thanks for the comment Peter.

[FrankMi]

Another one originally discarded probably because of the blur on the wing tips but in retrospect, it seems to be natural. C&C very welcome.

Nikon D7100
70-300mm Nikkor @ 300mm
1/800th sec f8 ISO 400 +.67

When everything else is sharp and clear, I wouldn't let a little wingtip movement prevent the posting John. If anything it adds a sense of speed to the wings. I think it looks great!

[Stagecoach]

I fully agree with Frank in that there is no problem caused by the wing-tip blur. For me it enhances the image by showing movement on what is a striking image of a bird flying and also emphasises the skill of the photographer in getting the head/beak spot on.

Grahame

[IzzieK]

Grahame, if you wanted BIF to be sharp all around, you should've planned for faster shutter speed. But this one I will consider a keeper if it is mine. Good shot! Don't toss it out.

[jamn4ex]

I like it better than the wing tip out of frame. I would be very happy with this shot.

[Bobobird]

Fine shot. As Frank said, a bit of wing blur is always good. It is hard to visualise that we know is clearly flying but looking as if he has been glued into the frame.

[deetheturk]

Great image John,well captured!