Nikon D850 Captures Incredible Beauty in South Florida's Corkscrew Swamp

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[@nitinb9202]

The storytelling is as well impressive as the pics, especially I loved that of the pink spoonbill.

[@johnnyc4717]

I started watching your videos last night because I was looking for someone who has used the Z6 and the D850 for wildlife... I came for the comparison but I stayed for content that surpasses National Geographic. The dream-like pictures, the ornithology session with humorous tidbits... you, sir, are a photographer and a professor in one. I am an amateur wildlife photographer, having used my first DSLR about a year ago but I believe I'm getting better and now your pictures just give me so much to look forward to, I hope to replicate the results you get as I carve out my own style of wildlife photography. Thank you for existing.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for the awesome compliments. I appreciate that!

[@anfimem]

LOL! Loved every minute of your video - the humor, the great pictures, and how your storytelling makes us connect with your subjects. Looking forward to your workshop on the 12th!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks! See you soon!

[@old4004]

Your beautiful photography is always even more special because of the narrative that you add. Thanks for the guided tour.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for watching.

[@christinabrown7308]

Pileated woodpecker!! Ugh, those are my favorite!

[@Hightimbers41]

Mark, I just ordered your calendar and loved the video and great images. I haven't been to Corkscrew, but did take some great spoonbill pics yesterday with my D850 here on my island to the North. I love your photography, but equally your wonderful storytelling. So unique. So wonderful. Keep up the good work. Great images of the Pileated Woodpecker and what can I say about that great big glorious Roseate Spoonbill. I wish everyone could see and photograph their splendor first hand. It never gets old does it!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for ordering the calendar! I appreciate it. I too wish everyone could get a good photo shoot with the spoonbill. Amazing animals.

[@stevehamilton6543]

Great work as always Mark! You're an artist with your camera and your words. It brings a little joy every time we see a new video from you. Keep them coming!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much!

[@plumshoejeff]

I know I’m a couple years behind but I just want you to know I thoroughly enjoy your videos, Mark . You really seem to love what you do and it shows ! Thank you for always showing the technicals with each photograph taken . Have a great day !

[@jackietarbell2166]

I absolutely love the way you commentate the spoonbill shots. Thank you for all of your work!! It keeps my grandson and I hopeful that we will put in enough practice to get good shots of our local birds in upstate New York.

[@VladimirBarriere]

You are a wonderful photographer but what really sets you apart is the story building and story telling. Such a joy to watch!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much

[@cnevett6854]

Loved this video with all the birds and commentary. Your on my bucket list to visit in Florida and add to my beginning skills with my nikkor 200-500. Stunning spoonbill shots.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much! Florida is a great place. There can be a lot of awesome photo opportunities here.

[@FrankHatcher]

Mark...thank you for taking the time to make these videos. I'm making the switch from Canon to the D850+ 200-500 in the next month or so...you've convinced me this is going to be a killer combo. Keep up the great work! Hatch

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Congrats to you! The D850 is a great camera. I'm sure you will have fun with it!

[@markusstiller9882]

Frank Hatcher I Love that combo, too. I highly recommend it as well.

[@garymessinetti1874]

Outstanding video of one of my favorite places. The best part is that you are on a boardwalk the whole time through the swamp.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. It is a great place.

[@rickhargett2803]

That spoony was gorgeous. Beautiful shots!!

[@derekmidgley]

Such an amazing encounter, Mark, and brilliantly captured and narrated !

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@ScoTreVan]

Wow what a show indeed, with the star act doing some fancy moves, fantastic bird speak Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@albievaughan]

Mark thanks, truly amazing as usual I could watch another 20 minutes and still want more, cheers Al

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much!

[@woodygreen6826]

Thanks, Mark. I always enjoy your pics and narration. I feel transported to the location you are shooting.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@Jdlucas44]

Thanks Mark...really love your photographs, videos and masterful naration. Corkscrew Swamp is one of my favorite places to visit and hopefully this December will be as rewarding. Keep up the great work!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@keithmacdonald4805]

Another great video Mark, the images are beautiful and you narration makes it all that much better. Thanks for sharing, you live in an area of wonderful subjects to photograph.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you!

[@Z9MOketZ]

Mark you are a great story telling!!! AWESOME!!!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you!

[@usernamemykel]

Great photography and wonderful, informative narration - can't be beat.

[@dmdmorg]

The Spoonbill photos are true works of art. Amazing!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@HappyGrl41]

Wow, the detail on the spoonbill, amazing. The D850 certainly is a fantastic camera. I love going to Corkscrew. I plan to make it this winter. I always enjoy your videos.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@carolelabrecque2799]

The best ... again! What a wonderful storyteller you are. 🤗😍🤗

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@nitinanjaria4828]

You have outdone yourselves on the commentary side this time around , the pics of the birds are really beautiful

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@LisaSaffell]

I will be there next week! Can’t wait 🙂. What a timely video, and fantastic as usual!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@jennifercarrigan1979]

loving your videos and love bird photography. It is definitely my passion

[@jamesollick4413]

The Roseate Spoonbill was so beautiful and you captured it perfectly. It looks like it was actually posing for you. The narration was superb!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. I thought it was posing for me!

[@alantay9409]

Great story teller! You know your birds! Enjoy your video very much.

[@zsolthary5903]

Photos are stunning Mark. Your commentary just takes it to the next level. Cheers Z

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you very much. It was a great trip!

[@idmithun]

Excellent images & Superb storytelling Mark 👌 Love all your Videos...

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@soumenroychowdhuryphotogra864]

Just came back from a successful birding photography trip and you video just came up

[@jarl5817]

Great video, as always! I had the privilege of seeing Connecticut's first ever Roseate Spoonbill last month, they are fantastic birds!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks and congrats! They are super cool birds.

[@suezylproctor]

Love the opening...TAH DAH -the Wizard! You're so funny. My heart skipped a beat glancing at the Black and White Warbler. My number 1 pic is the second image you snapped of the Pileated Woodpecker...be still my heart...what a great head on look at it!!! I loved the other two images of it too. The frogs, snakes and alligators were all great, but nothing compares to your narrative...especially your "spooner-isms" with that lovely pink spoonbill crane! AWESOME!!!!

[@dbhayesart331]

Another superb video Mark. And you were right, the Roseate Spoonbill was the highlight. Reminds us of the many images we captured of them at the Alligator Farm In St. Augustine. Keep them coming.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. I have yet to go to the Alligator farm. I need to.

[@alexcruz7737]

Just amazing!!! You are one of the photographers I would like to walk next to, to learn some of your knowledge... keep it coming. I've learn a lot from you, looking forward to get my calendar!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much for the compliments and the support.

[@petercseszarik6552]

So great once again. I actually awwwwwed at the baby alligator 🤩

[@MarkSmithphotography]

That is awesome. Thanks for watching.

[@FrankDiNardi]

Mark we had these up in CT this year. There was a lot of hype about it!!

[@jayv751]

Don't know how you do it Mark but what a great video. Feels like we are right there and it's as if the birds know that Mark Smith is there to photograph them. Love the shots of the Woodpecker. Keep them coming brother. Great job on another superb presentation.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much!

[@ourfamily1115]

What an awesome video. Thankyou for sharing.

[@LewisWells-1]

Brilliant!! That Pink Spoon Bill!!! What a show off! :) love it.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@joshmandeville3835]

You would be absolutely hysterical to spend a day with. I cant believe you actually wore the soft hood!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

It was actually comfortable. I did get some looks though.

[@joshmandeville3835]

Mark Smith looks? Why on EARTH would people give you looks wearing that? [Insert sarcastic quote here]

[@kathleenbell9509]

❤ Loved the Pink Spoonbill😄 and your narration with it!!!

[@bassangler73]

Another awesome video Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@stevemartin239]

A amazing place & a wonderfully entertaining tube Mark!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@Birdwow63]

Wonderful place for wildlife photos... Thanks for sharing..

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@ninoliberatore1491]

wow fantastic Mark just FANTASTIC !!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@ShaneHintze]

Florida trip must be planned this winter! I just need to find the time!

[@davidepaolostrangio5957]

What i should think for a video like this? Beautifull!! Wonderfull pictures, someone are really perfect!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@edwinmaldonado8761]

Wow Mark So happy to see another amazing video with so much info if is like I was watching a section of the History channel better explained with so many details and great photos of course.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much!

[@larrymarx3405]

Great shots. I enjoyed it.

[@judyboyd9530]

You always produce amazing videos. It is hard to pick a favorite in this video, that provided you with awesome shots. I look forward visiting the Corkscrew Swamp, can you recommend the best month to visit for the best birds shots?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. I've only been there once so I can't really recommend a good time.

[@EdgardoRosa]

That was awesome!

[@avinashrai11141]

At 7:02... Just amazing... It is very difficult to nail the framing using 500mm lens but you made it look like kids play.... Mark smith+Nikond850= Legendary combo

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. That is very nice of you to say. I really liked that shot.

[@stevenpbm]

Great video Mark. Your photography skills are top notch and your story telling is an added bonus...thanks. I was fortunate enough to go to Corkscrew a few times in February of this year...Wow...Wow...WOW! This winter I plan to stay in the Brevard county area and will pick up your book to help identify some prime birding areas. Thanks again!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for watching and for the great compliments.

[@stevenpbm]

@@OmegaHombre thanks James. I stayed in Titusville this past April and spent many days in and around Merritt. I didn't know about Viera but will be going. I'm also going to try to get to the space coast bird festival in january.

[@dominiqueleblanc2193]

Great vid once again! I really liked the spoonbill. But my favorite shot was the snake bird with its head comming out of the water! Great job!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@mustard.666]

Such a great video, thanks! My favorite shots were the black and white warbler and the spoonbill at 9:49 where it looks like it’s dancing haha I really appreciate your videos they are such an adventure!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@vamp9190]

Hey, this is Mark K. Snagged my calendar, thanks! Incredible images as always.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much!

[@kerder8660]

Beautiful video fantastic narrative & gorgeous looking spoon... Hehehe thx a lot

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@whiplash1938]

Doggone Mark, another fantastic adventure! Of course your narration just gets better and better with each episode. Was that your daughter helping you with some camera work? Thanks for another set of remarkable shots and the roseate spoonbill was my favorite along with the baby gator.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. My son was helping out this day.

[@hazelwarfield3248]

Love this spot!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Me too!

[@tomdullage1531]

Love the hat! The spoonbill was pretty cool too. :-)

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much! Good way to keep that hood in place!

[@davidrobinson4118]

Great vid Mark. Looks like your trip to Middle Earth was well worth it! Best wishes from the U.K.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you. The trip to Middle Earth was well worth it.

[@RaySweeting]

Poetic well done love your style

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@donnaseaman9385]

Love it!

[@anita.s6332]

LOL that hat is priceless!! Love the Spoonbill shots!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@slodays1158]

Nicely done Mark. The Warblers were a fav.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@sakarihuotari5228]

How did u even make up all that feather stuff I loved it "little water over here little splash over there now it is good.. Or is it? no a little shake... "

[@Ameliatherobloxfairy]

Incredible Mark. I view all ur videos n remain confused to enjoy nature or ur photography. U have truely depicted nature in an amazing way. By the way, did u shoot this entire video in one day or had to stay longer for it. God bless u Mark

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. This was all in one day.

[@rolandrick]

😆 Mark Gandalf Smith 🖖😄. Thanks for that and of course all the other amazing stuff in the video

[@MarkSmithphotography]

lol, I love those movies. Thanks for watching and for the compliment!

[@rolandrick]

Mark Smith , me too, was reading all of them age 14 (🙈 A.D. 1978). Good, they invented the mountain bike, as soon I am mounted on one, I am (I feel? 😂😂, probably a mix of both) 18 again (just FYC, www.pipobike.com, but it’s only in German or @pipobike on Instagram, more in English there)

[@sebastienlecalvez4369]

Damn... At first I thought this video was a joke, but I kept watching and I couldn't stop. Wholly sh... This is amazing. This is brilliant!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Lol, I've got to try and keep some humor in there ;)

[@JohnOBryan]

Stunning shots! Corkscrew is only 30 minutes from where I live. Next time you're in the area you might checkout Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge here in Naples and Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve in Ft Myers.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for the info!

[@naturealbums]

Hi there I love the way you tell the story. I liked the woodpecker head looking like a flower bud, normally I would have deleted a shot like that without thinking, was no eye, but in the story you told it became an amazing shot my favourite actually it represents how nature works. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much for the kind words and for watching. I really appreciate it. Nature is amazing!

[@nashacobra]

You are looking very funny....And your clicks are awesome man I am fan of you photography

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@donbodat]

Outstanding!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@donbodat]

@@MarkSmithphotography well deserved. Keep up the good work

[@dbalaji07]

Great shots!!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@rahulrajsakha1111]

Love that spoonbil 😊comentry

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@yehthebirds]

American Dave Attenborough for sure :D U R a legend mate. Love from Australia! Come down sometime! Plenty of beautiful birds down here.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you. Would love to.

[@phooesnax]

Great job! Jim

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@TheAirplaneDriver]

Another excellent video, Mark. And I have to say it...you look just like the Cat in the Hat with that ensemble 😀

[@MarkSmithphotography]

lol and thanks!

[@LyneisFilm]

You had me set up to see the gator chomp on a bird. Great job with the story telling that brings the still photos to life.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@airsoft69]

Stunning mark what beautiful bird .would you post your calendar to the UK

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks and yes. I just added shipping methods for the UK.

[@sleeplessnerd7781]

Wonderful.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@PANDEYVIVEK47]

Lovely. Enjoyed this so much. Wanted to be there :D

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@NayanPlayz]

Hey, I've been watching your videos for a while!. Nice video. My grandmother and grandfather actually met you. Becky and Michael Miller. Thanks for your awesome videos.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

That's so cool! I always enjoy meeting people when I am out and about.

[@findus605]

Excellent mark 👍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@WhittyPics]

Awesome stuff

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks~

[@paulcampbell7518]

THANKS for the trip to Corkscrew Swamp - I try my best to get there a couple times a year, and it’s always worth it. My biggest challenge is finding enough light, especially on overcast days. I have used the D500/Nikkor 200/500 combination recently, and wonder - What’s the highest usable ISO you would recommend when the cloud cover is heavy? Also - Do you have an opinion - When light is low and you want to minimize noise, would you rather pull detail out of the RAW shadows in post, or crank up the ISO to get detail in the original exposure? THANKS as always for your work!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks for watching. I like trying to keep the iso at 200 or under with that combo. That is one of the reasons I went for my 500f4. Much more room in there for that. I also like to expose to the left as often as possible on the D500. It tends to blow out the highlights to easily.

[@MrPjtmac]

Mark, another great job! I've been to Corkscrew many times. I'm curious over what period of time you saw and photographed all these critters? Also, what was the time of day? Thanks.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. This was all shot one morning from about 8:00 until 1 or so.

[@idiotuk1706]

Another cracking video and photos, thank you Mark PS what do you use for the videos ? the D850 ?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. Much of the video in this was shot on a cell phone.

[@martinlewis807]

Just bought the. D 850 ! Haven’t got the 500 but we’ll see how the 200-500 works with it.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Congrats!

[@siddhartharoy2773]

Wonderful

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@wad6315]

Great !

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@dougedwards7570]

awesome

[@jscook54]

Once again an awesome video!! I was so interested that the alligator's teeth were so white!. No Tartar buildup? And he must use whitening strips. Thanks again.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks and lol on the gator comment.

[@JohnPaul-ts8dq]

Great video and photos. How long were you out there in Corkscrew Swamp? 👍👍👍🇺🇸

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks. I was there for half the day.

[@rmgwheelsspokeslab.7767]

Mark, have you had the chance to use the Nikon 80-400mm to compare it to the 200-500mm? Thanks. Regards First one is lighter and weather sealed.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

No I haven't tried that yet. I'll have to see if I can get a copy.

[@Jeremy-se1kp]

Hey Mark! I just woke up so I'm a bit late for the video, but I wanted to say something. It's not the D850 capturing incredible beauty, it's you. I've seen people with Setups as good or better than yours take much worse pictures. I think we all know how humble you are so I doubt you'll ever change these titles (Well, they're informative about what's happening in the video so I guess it's a good title), but I just felt like I needed to say that you're really talented and your experience is showing, rather than it being the gear Anyway nice video as usual, Wizard Smith! Absolutely love the pictures and your huge amount of knowledge about all of these animals

[@martharetallick204]

It's possible to get bad photos out of a D850. I have done it many times. That's why I study Mark's videos. I need to lift my photographic game.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks so much. That is very nice of you to say. I really appreciate that!

[@Jeremy-se1kp]

@@MarkSmithphotography Well, we (your subscribers) really appreciate you! I've improved so much at photography and your videos keep motivating me and showing me why I love what I love since I've started watching you a somewhat long time ago Keep the quality content coming and never stop what you're doing! Wish I could buy a Calendar.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

@@Jeremy-se1kp thanks so much for the great encouragement!

[@tomvermeire2130]

Really nice to see some reptiles too ! :)

[@MarkSmithphotography]

I am a fan of the reptiles!

[@tomvermeire2130]

@@MarkSmithphotography Me too! It are truly amazing and beautiful animals.