Bird Photography at Martin Mere Wetland Centre | Nikon Z8 & 180-600mm Lens

Join Darrell Oakden on an exciting visit to Martin Mere Wetland Centre, where he captures stunning images of birds in flight using his Nikon Z8 and 180-600mm Z lens. Watch as Darrell photographs lapwings, black-headed gulls, and godwits in their natural habitat. The adventure doesn’t stop there - Darrell also explores the captive section, where he encounters fascinating birds like storks and cranes. This video is a visual feast for bird photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike!
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In this video Darrell Oakden visits Martin Mere Wetland Centre and photographs birds with his Nikon Z8.
Tags: #BirdPhotography #MartinMere #NikonZ8 #WildlifePhotography #BirdsInFlight #NaturePhotography #DarrellOakdenPhotography

[@jonblackburn5896]

Hi Darrell The Lapwings in flight were great photographs and the Stork was a nice shot as well . Looks like you had nice weather. It’s always worth a visit Martin Mere. Thanks Jon and Sandra

[@ggwildlife]

nice video Darrel as always, i think your duck is the black swedish black duck quite common nowadays!

[@SkylarkFields]

Beautiful images, again, (that lapwing in flight towards the end is stunning!) and what a super place to have a wander around. I don't think we have anywhere quite like that near me. Loved seeing the storks - such kindly-looking birds although I am sure they can stick up for themselves when required! Excellent video, so relaxing to watch.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks as always.

[@adrian-l1r5e]

great video and great shots

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thank you.

[@Ken_H_]

Good stuff Darrell, I may pay a visit in winter. It's been a few years but their reserve at Caerlaverock used to be good although it's a bit of a drag to get there. Well identified with that duck, we'd call it a 'farmyard special'!

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks for watching.

[@ashishtirth9919]

As Always Next Level Video Darell Sir Love From india....❤❤

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thank you kindly.

[@patrickmolloy6994]

very nice day out Darrell. I use the monopod when using that combo too. Personally, I don't like ball heads as they're too prone to wobbling all over the place - unless you spend £££'s . Alternatively I just got the 3 Legged Thing AirHed Trinity head that allows the lens to move up and down...while the monopod covers the horizontal motion. A tech video from you would be fun !

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

Thanks for watching.

[@capa1957]

Nice photos Durrell, you are very lucky with the natural spaces near your residence. I would like to know what focusing system you use most for birds in flight: Auto, 3D, ....?. I would also like to know if you use exposure compensation a lot, I find that often my Z8 tends to underexpose a bit. Thanks and congratulations on your photos.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

All settings discussed in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKupfGRqiaxoaZosi=8wfV5qp-ugvX3Mke

[@capa1957]

@@DarrellOakdenPhotography Darell, thanks for your reply and the link. Although I watch your videos this one had escaped me. We share a large part of the settings, obviously not all. 2 more questions: 1- have you noticed that often the Z8 tends to underexpose, with the consequence of noise that goes with it. 2- Your photos have a superb sharpness, do you use any software for noise / focus ? I use Topaz photo AI, do you ? Greetings and thanks from Spain (sorry for my English).

[@christianjimenez6004]

What's the area focus that you use the most for birds ?. I have the same combo as yours. Great pictures Darrell.

[@DarrellOakdenPhotography]

All settings discussed in video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKupfGRqiaxoaZosi=8wfV5qp-ugvX3Mke