Really spectacular pictures Simon. I too can never understand why some people would want to shoot, or hunt these beautiful creatures. I've been searching for foxes locally, but haven't quite managed to photograph them yet, if I get ones half as good as yours, I would be overjoyed.

I have had the M1X a month now and it is a fantastic camera. The menu system is no problem after a day or two using the camera.

Works for prime lens, not external zoom lens.

I miss this guy. Hope he's doing well.

I stopped using micro four-thirds a few years ago in favour of full frame, as my principal interests at that time were studio portraiture, my grandchildren and landscapes. To be fair, M43 is no slouch at these subjects and I got some lovely photos, but full-frame is somewhat better for those types of photography. I will say that the M43 system has some spectacular lenses, such as the Panasonic-Leica 42.5 mm f1.2 Nocticron, the Olympus 75 mm f1.8 and the 300 mm f4 used in the video, to name but a few. There are many others excellent offerings. I have now decided to take up the M43 system again for macro work (increased depth of field over full-frame) and for longer lenses to capture shots of my hyperactive sprocker spaniel at full chat, and the aircraft and birds that fly over my house as I'm no longer very mobile. For this purpose, I have decided on the E-M1X which, bought used from mpb.com at a fifth of its original price, is a monumental bargain.

the faksins is a scam tho lab grown problem from the elite you all chosen

Great video! What lights would you recommend for continuous lighting? Battery powered of course I've found LED lghrs in general to work very bad with the mirrorless. I could adjust it to cater for the LED light though...

Amazing video

thx for good video. May I ask you why you have second cover on your lens and camera? Is the first layer not water proof?

Great stuff Simon 👍 im trying to get some badger images for the first time this year, so watching your video has given me a boost 👍👌

What camera settings were you using as in speed etc please?great video

Do you think this would be helpful to protect while putting on teleconverters? Maybe even in dusty conditions like Africa? Thanks for sharing and wonderful info and video.

My fav wild animal ❤I live in Dorset and am lucky enough to see these on my work journey fairly often . I stop in the lay-by and watch through binocs 😊just lovely

Thanks for the wonderful video! I hope to visit my local setts this spring. Such amazing animals ❤.

Isn't there a risk of the laser hitting the eye of the owl when it's flying and damaging it? I want to try using the Nikon Z8 in auto capture mode where it detects subjects and shoots automatically (and silently).

When I'm having a bad day I watch your films about the Hare and it's so relaxing and interesting. Thanks for sharing Simon and hope your keeping well.....all the best for 2024

Beautiful moment in time, thanks for sharing Simon.

Great footage Simon, hopefully more to come for us mere mortals in the photography world.

Amazing shot and very nice to hear and see the story of the making of!

excellent video, i just took delivery of the same adapter, i also did the November update which addresses the TC issues, cant wait to drop my L lenses on my Fuji X-T5 *SUBBED*

I struggle with how to zoom when using a cover. Tips?

I need Brown Here's, pls....

Everything looks brand new , including your clothes 😂😂😂

In 2015 I purchased the LensCoat Raincoat Standard . Basically I used it a couple times a year and kept it clean and in a safe with my other gear. Last week my family had our annual beach week and I always covered my D810 -300mm VR to keep wind and salt air off. The tapes and the adhesive on the inside of the cover have completely dried up and crumbled. I spent an hour drying to get all of that crap out of every nook and cranny of my 810 and lens. This thing worked well but now it is a useless piece of crap. This is not a long lasting product. They claim it is made in the USA and if it is they should be ashamed

I'm a newbie here on your site. Kudos for the quality of your presentations. Thank you!

Superb piece of footage Simon and it’s great to see you back posting on your channel again. I have just read and watched the videos of the story of the Barn Owls and you have put it together brilliantly while emphasising how difficult their challenge is in being successful in raising their owlets. Looking forward to more instalments.

Lovely Simon

Marvelous creature

Brilliant. Thank you. All the best. 👍📷😎

Lovely footage and photos mate 👍 👏

Excellent 👍

Beautiful footage and video. Was this shot in slow motion or shot at normal speed and slowed down in post production ?

Great to see you back Simon, I've missed your videos! Great footage and lovely photos as always, hope to see more from you soon!

Beautiful footage and photos in wonderful light. The wings seemed backlit yet the whole owl was wonderfully clear. Absolutely great Simon. I still have to watch your last video but meanwhile, it's good to see you back!

Beautiful video, I love watching the Barn Owls near me.

Lovely footage!!

splendid! Good to see you back :)

Very nice video! Bravo! 👏👏👏

Absolutely stunning and great to see you back with a video ❤

Beautiful Simon!

It's 2023 now and the E-M1X can be had for less than USD1,000 used like new with warranty, the 300mm f4 sells for USD2,000 used like new. I will pull the trigger on a EM-1X soon.

The way the velcro straps on the mid part of the lens work surely leave a "pocket" that rain will collect in? Ed: Just read richardpill's comment below. That'll teach me to go off half cocked.