Sony A9 and Nikon D850 Capture Incredible Detail & High Speed Hummingbird In Flight Photography

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[@MarkSmithphotography]

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[@dongeorge3283]

Mark , There are photographers and then there are PHOTOGRAPHERS you certainly fall into the latter category. Outstanding work with an interesting narrative.

[@rolandrickphotography]

Wow 😮, is there such a rich vegetation in Colorado at 10,000 ft? It’s 3,048 m, where I live at about 2,000 m moon landscape starts, at 3000 rocks only, maybe some lichen an very seldom an edelweiss (protected, if you pick them, it’s up to CHF 5000 fine) is the only vegetation you’ll fine.

[@dylanwang8613]

Nice video. I take photos of hummingbird in my backyard in California. Hope someday I will go to Colorado to take photos.

[@pushkarbanerjee8593]

Mark you held me from selling off my A9 in trade for a D850...THANK YOU

[@rajanrao]

I live in California but I can answer your question, the two hummers at the beginning were indeed BCHU. Habitat rules out BTHU, range rules out ANHU and rather plain colored and elongated body rules out RUHU.

[@papanpal3208]

awesome video sir, i always enjoy your videos. sir you can make proper macro photography videos, because those macro shots are really incredible. i just love them..

[@RobJorg]

nice beaver Mark,.

[@bainiboyfoodandadventure]

I didn’t pick up my camera for a long time due to personal reasons but after watching your video I am so inspired to shoot wildlife again especially hummingbirds my favorite bird. Btw, Do you have what plant are those? Thanks

[@MarkSmithphotography]

THISTLE

[@rolandrickphotography]

6:35, that’s why it’s my favourite lens over all systems. FYC, I am like you originally a Nikon shooter, but that 9m2 with it’s stacked sensor and for landscape the 7RM4 having this 15.5 stops 61 megapixel sensor in combination with that awesome 24-105 f4 (only a G, but man, I love that lens, it’s so sharp it perfectly suits that 61 megapixel resolution), just wow. One thing I must confess: the brilliance/look/quality/colours created by the D500 and D850 are still way above the Sony output. A camera is an image processor as whole system, not only the sensor... Just my humble opinion. I wished a lens like the 100-400 GM would be available for Nikon having 89 cm min focus distance over all zoom range.

[@FouzulKareem]

That one was a good feedback. In case if you were given a choice to choose from either d850 500mm pf and sony a9 200-600mm which one would you prefer and why. And this is for bird photography that yu may have to crop occasionally

[@mugzy7105]

Mark I loved this video and your narration. Thanks!

[@slimphotog]

That pic at 1:35 made me say OMG, followed by another and another photo.

[@curtiswrigley]

If corona cooperates I am interested in one of the workshops. This is amazing work

[@brucegraner5901]

An impressive variety of wildlife, beautifully photographed and backed by story telling guaranteed to make a person smile. Were these taken recently or are they from your close bear encounter? The mountain sunrise near the opening of the video was magnificent and would have made the trip worthwhile all by itself.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

All from last year in july

[@Gold-Horse]

OMG ... A9 is taking amazing shots with unbelievable details beautiful colours... Excellent job Mark .. Keep it up , your followers adore your outstanding art-pieces...

[@geminiasalon]

Hi mark!! What part of Colorado is this at?? We're in Santa Fe NM and I spotted our first hummingbird yesterday. So excited to start seeing and photographing these majestic creatures

[@MarkSmithphotography]

western slope

[@BenelliMr]

It is not the A9 that shoots such fantastic photos. It is Mark.

[@johnhjic2]

What a beautiful video very nicely commentated or explained (not sure of the right words) Thanks you and Keep safe.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thank you very much!

[@GriffinFamillyVideos]

Thank you for sharing your photographs and stories. You are so talented! The details in your pics are breathtaking! How much editing do you typically use on your photos and which editing program do you prefer?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

I will be answering this question in my upcoming q&a video. Stay tuned.

[@Bikash_Jana]

Very beautiful shots..

[@davidbee8648]

Thanks Mark for the great story and even better photos. I remember those birds from last year's trip with you. :) You've given us some needed relief from this mess. As for birds, I was out shooting yesterday in a nearby park (social distancing) and came across a hummingbird sitting her nest. Got some great images. From what I've read, the female does all the work...builds the nest, sits the eggs, feeds the chicks. Be safe. I look forward to shooting with you again.

[@rodneyclawson9586]

Mark I loved your video. On hummingbird. 🙂

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@laureenignarro8030]

Love your videos and knowledge. I’m a nature nut also. Loved the bees !!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you like them!

[@gertjanvanderkooij9242]

stunning video mark

[@judyboyd9530]

Love your videos Mark, keep them coming.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks, will do!

[@FAMUCHOLLY]

Another EXCELLENT video... thanks Mark! Very entertaining....

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@FAMUCHOLLY]

@@MarkSmithphotography I always do! 🙂👍

[@brandigonwa7848]

Hi Mark, Great video Could please you talk about how you able to focus on the humming birds. and do you use the D850 3d tracking at all?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

I will be answering this question in my upcoming q&a video. Stay tuned.

[@vaibhavpailwan5194]

Very nicely presented... Like the way you add story and rope all links in one

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@RichardBO9]

OMG - what gorgeous photos. Great video! 😍

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you like them!

[@swaroopsankarsivadasan]

Stunning. A great feast for the eyes and mind amidst the current situation. Awesome as always Mark 🤩

[@davidburton2294]

totally awesome

[@zih5903]

Inspirational work Mark. Thank you for sharing. Cheers Z

[@klackon1]

Another cracking video Mark.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks 👍

[@colinjones7635]

Brilliant as always Mark,and the colour of the birds the flowers and the scenery was indeed beautiful.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Many thanks

[@starwf07]

This is all fantastic. Such incredible photos, and I love the balance of your commentary and technical tidbits.

[@touchedbynature5445]

Beautiful Video. Thanks For Sharing, Just Amazing.

[@pamelaproffitt8484]

Another awesome off the charts video.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks again!

[@kevincase5947]

Awesome

[@SubiTrekker]

Great video as always Mark! I really enjoy your story telling.

[@sinhru]

Hi Mark...I own A7R4 as of now and planning for a 2nd body...will A9 be good enough or should I go for A9II? Please let me know your thoughts....

[@lukes5533]

Awesome stuff Mark👍😁

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks 👍

[@davebailey2584]

Absolutely fantastic...

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Many thanks!

[@joaomiranda9639]

Hi Mark. For you wich better for wildlife photography Sony a9II or Nikon d850? Thanks and best regardes

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Beautiful captures of all the wildlife i really enjoyed the Hummingbirds :) Thank you for sharing them with us!🐤💖👍👌😎JP

[@marshal247]

Magical photography! Thanks for sharing your artistic and story-telling gifts with us, Mark, bringing us song and light at a dark time in the world.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

My pleasure!

[@umesht.s6387]

Hi Mark Simth Sir can you suggest me the focusing should be continuos or spot group which one last one auto focusing which suggest me for BIRDS ????????

[@pematamang9268]

Do you get that sharp subject and smoth blur background by Gmaster 100-400mm? I guess before Gmaster 400mm f2.8 prime Lens. I am still hard decide which one buy.

[@vaibhavpisal]

Amazing shots. I am beginner photographer. Few months ago got my first camera "Nikon D3500". Since I am stuck at home am trying to get shots of purple Sunbird in flight. Can I use sony apsc cameras (latest gen like a6400) or a DSLR like D7500 would be better. Which one acquires focus faster especially on birds this small, in flight. Please note I generally don't setup shot and shoot wherever I find them. Budget is a concern as I am not a professional photographer but more of a hobbiest and at max will be sharing images online. If not too much to ask can you create video review of 300mm f4 from Nikon on apsc bodies. Seems like a perfect combo for someone like me, who is looking for light weight, relatively affordable options compared to big primes. And how does it compares to 500mm f5.6 on full frame sensor? That would be great. Thanks a lot. Sorry wrote too much. Have a lot of free time at hand due to lockdown.

[@soumajitbiswas5676]

Sir, can you please suggest me which one will be better for wild life between Nikon D 850 and Sony A 7 iv. Please suggest. waiting for your reply. regards soumajit.

[@abelfernandez5648]

Un vídeo increíble Mark, me gustan esas texturas en el plumaje de los colibrís. La A9 va de maravilla.

[@rmonsipapa]

Got shots, very diverse group of animals and I love the hummingbirds, my favorite to photograph.... great story telling! Thanks. Rob M

[@galtidea]

Always such a joy to watch your incredible work. How come you're not working for National Geographic? Stay Safe

[@joepalmer75]

Glad to see you still like the D850. Great video and hope hummingbirds get out to the Midwest soon.

[@danthemann6565]

Beautiful pictures, luscious landscape an incredible narration. I enjoy your videos very much, keep up the great work.

[@straitjacketstudios]

How far are you away from the hummingbirds? And are you handheld or using a tripod?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

I will be answering this question in my upcoming q&a video. Stay tuned.

[@aperture3.595]

Do you have any hashtag in Instagram so that we can show you our photos to be connected with you?

[@MarkSmithphotography]

No, but that's a good idea. I'll have to think of one.

[@aperture3.595]

@@MarkSmithphotography Thanks for consideration

[@NaveenKumarProfile]

I have recently sold my D500 and bought D850, but still I feel I must switch to Sony. Plz guide how to get rid from this regret as did I make a mistake or a good decision?

[@davidhart6900]

Mark I’d like to know if you are using a flash and if so; what kind Your photography is fabulous I’m really into hummingbird photography but lack quality

[@jss27560]

Always enjoyable, Hope you and your family are doing well.

[@manfredruhmer6355]

I can't imagine that its possible to make better pictures than yours! Simply fantastic. And thank you not to put some (awfull) music. You have a nice way to comment the pics!

[@lilysgarden1373]

I watched your hummingbird video so many times. I like hummingbird so much. I had a few hummingbirds always come to my backyard, and front yard. Do you mind to tell me you went to that place to take hummingbirds picture at Coronado there? I wish I can go visit there. Thank you 🙏

[@jamiemorphy]

Great work as always Mark. Can't wait for the hummingbirds to return here so I can try out my new A9 and 200-600 with them. Unfortunately it has been slow to warm up here in Toronto.

[@desertoo23]

How can anyone dislike this? That's a wonderful wonderful video!!!!!

[@ilesmic]

Your pictures are amazing but I love your descriptions as well- Great Job

[@janinebognuda3264]

Absolutely fabulous video and narration! I thank you for bringing these little beauties to us during this trying time. I hope to join you for a workshop there in the future. Always enjoy your stunning work. Thank you!

[@JeganSriragavan28]

Mark I'm a big fan of yours, I appreciate on and off if u do more felid doeucumenty kidda a videos will be more interesting rather than just voice over the pictures..

[@SocalBackyardNature]

Another great video Mark. The picture of the male hummingbird catching bugs in the air was incredible. I know from experience just how hard it was to capture those images. Well done!

[@rianjohnsonruinedstarwars3806]

You are an amazing wildlife photographer. I am loving and binging your channel, and absolutely stunned at the photos you produce. Thank you for sharing

[@zecebolabatata]

all the best to your family hope they are doing fine you allways bring the other side of ...the beautiful side ,best regards from Portugal-Algarve

[@samrotolo7303]

Mark, here in western Wa. we have hummers year around. I have observed and have photos of them snatching snow flakes, rain drops and small insects with their long tongues.

[@warrenlange9160]

You take the best pictures ever thank you. Amazing11111

[@harrisonhallphotography]

Hahaha so funny on your Instagram with the lens defrosting, how has it frozen up like that where have you been keeping it

[@kolapyellow7631]

Woooowwww what a beautiful place, awesome birds, love the hummmers.

[@pdog109]

When people say I take good pictures of birds i say nonsense when i see what this guy does, jesus im going to cry its so good lol.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks

[@JH-qv3xv]

As always a treat. Thanks

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@penorvoll]

Great video and awesome pictures again Mark! :)

[@Mr09260]

Great Photography Mark ..may you and your Kids stay safe at this time

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks, you too!

[@Bob4golf1]

We are going to be in Colorado in September and I'd love to shoot this area and wildlife. Can you tell me where you were in Colorado?

[@trevtaylor2322]

U have inspired me soooooooo much. Thank you!!!

[@MarkSmithphotography]

You are so welcome!

[@daveba1999]

Mark, awesome photography, plus excellent editing to tell a remarkable story! I saw sphynx moths as a very young child, while playing during those forever-long summers, and wondered what they could be, looking so much like a hummingbird yet obviously different. Working with my Mom in the garden, one came by, so I asked her what it was. She peered at it and said "That? Oh, that's a humbug." with great authority, and resumed her gardening. From that day forward, this fascinating creature shall be forever known in my family as a 'humbug'. To this day, at our annual summer gatherings of friends and family, we all get confused looks when we point out the 'humbugs' in my wife's garden. Thanks for bringing back these memories.Dave

[@humlakullen]

Lol... I wish I had a fraction of your skills Mark.

[@johnd746]

Awesome! One great shot after another. I have seen a lot of your videos, and this one blew me away.

[@Adam_Birch]

Great captures. So fortunate to have them near you. Who knew they ate insects too..!

[@Theforth09]

Awesome video of photos, it was worth the wait. Also thanks for letting capture one use your osprey photo, I learned a lot. 👍

[@andrewdowis110]

EXCELENT!

[@reneeshipp3935]

Have you ever put one of your photographed stories in picture book form?

[@carlosguevara5725]

excellent greats photos thank you for show yours videos

[@timdriman4253]

Great work again Mark. Very cool :-)

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks again!

[@timdriman4253]

@@MarkSmithphotography Always very well deserved Bud. Keep up the great work, and don't forget Africa.. Take care and be safe :-)

[@dinsdalephotography]

Incredible shots Mark! Beautiful work!

[@herdingdog1]

Wonderful video, Mark. One of your best!

[@MikeJamesMedia]

Another excellent video, Mark. Amazing Hummingbird shots! Well done.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you like them!

[@mikkelroulund8968]

I’m from Denmark, here spring is comming too with lost of small flovers too and the Bech is just about to put out the fresh green leaves. Our birds are busy looking for nesting material now. There is a hustle and a bustle all around 😊. Still it’s so good to see how things are in Colorado. I dream of going there one day 😊

[@andybone]

simply stunning Mark just love your pictures and videos

[@AndyGustavsson]

amazing slowmo footage and really beautiful photos!

[@Old_Smuggler]

10,000th of a second?!!! I paused it just to confirm I didn’t misread it! A9 is a demon! Where I live, we’ve got only ruby throats and I hardly see a male. Not sure what’s going on..

[@Gold-Horse]

You are right... amazing A9 *.*

[@mikecrowley6485]

Brilliant video as usual Mark, the photos are outstanding. 👍🏻

[@martharetallick204]

Thanks for helping me improve two things. Photography and storytelling.

[@Mr09260]

We dont get Hummingbirds in South Africa but our sunbirds are beautiful

[@tanmay110]

Nice video.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Thanks!

[@glennryan2829]

Thanks for another great video. It is such a great escape from our messed up world.

[@MarkSmithphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it