Wildlife Photography Is Easy...Said Nobody

[@fototripper]

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[@UnderGroundKnox]

I can't understand how Gavin doesn't have more followers, definitely more entertaining than most photography channels. Stay at it Gavin we love this content!!

[@rogerking8959]

Facts!!!

[@kronkite1530]

Ditto. A travesty that some (be kind, don’t name them) adolescent snappers wasting meters of film on awful, mal/composed meaningless street scenes and out of focus shots of people’s backs have gazillions!

[@BlackCrag]

Agreed! 😊

[@simon_dentremont]

He brings along the wrong type of rift-raft.

[@puck528co]

I am not shure whether Simon will help to bring up the channel. He is special. Hard to watch.

[@LuisCypher6661]

The moment Simon realize if he tells what he pays for the lense his wife will know as well ... priceless .... and we all can relate to that :)

[@JavierMorenoX]

For a person that says he is not into bird photography I saw lots of things done right on your pics. You were most probably on the most challenging situation on the boat over fast small creatures. So well done.

[@BriBarnhamPhotography]

Funny as always mate🤣, me & Grumpton might have to gate crash the party at some point🤟

[@fototripper]

The door is always open to married couples such as yourselves ;)

[@BriBarnhamPhotography]

@@fototripper 🤣✌️

[@mrjiggawatt]

This one of the best channels on KZbin. I always get a few laughs out of each video. I would love to see more wildlife videos.

[@Phil_f8andbethere]

Gavin, your channel is worth watching for the comedy as much as the great photography. 😂👍. Kind regards, Phil

[@fotograffic8096]

The new 'uncle grumpy' seems to be much more amiable..........🙂

[@peterfritzphoto]

Always delightful. Never dull. You deserve 1,000,000 subs. Easily. I’m sticking around till you get there.

[@anthonybostock4854]

You both got some beautiful shots guys. Doesn't matter your that lens is smaller than the other guys Gavin, its what you can do with it that makes all the difference. Just on another thought, do you think those puffins with all the colors could be related to the colorful unicorns that once roamed the countryside, Amanda should know because she's the expert. Maybe the next book could be Unicorns and Puffins by Gavin and Amanda. 🤣🤣 😂😂.

[@garyverstick1620]

From ChairMan of the Vicarious StormWatchers Int’l… thank you! We rely heavily on guys like Gavin & Simon so we can watch storms on youtube instead of risking our lives 😁

[@ianvaughan9028]

Gavin's shots = brilliant. Simon's shots = lens-god level.

[@JohnnyMotel99]

please Gavin, excuse my pathetic attempt at humour... Man was out walking along the top of a cliff when noticed a small bird with a cigarette hanging out of his mouth . The man yelled at the bird " Hey !! you shouldnt be smoking !!!" The Bird replied, " Im not smoking , I am a Puffin!"

[@fototripper]

Savage

[@itravelers]

Lots of fun as always. Looking forward to a new Hardcastle Towers.😄🙏

[@jillschindel2832]

Your Simon crossover videos are some of my favourites. Thanks for keeping it so lighthearted!

[@stevebanks484]

I’m with you Gavin - 100-400 for wildlife, cropped heavily- because I can’t afford the big stuff 😢😭. Works for me though.

[@nevillewatkins4997]

Blimey Gavin! Simon is turning Amanda's head with the size of his lens. 😮

[@matthitchins4525]

Loving these videos with Simon. Maybe a 1.4 tele-convertor for the 100-400mm would be a good (and much cheaper) alternative to get a bit more reach!

[@rcl-crafter8]

Yea!!! Finally!!! Some action shots! You did great! I prefer to take pix of moving things. It's quite a challenge. You still had the dramatic lighting that I love. We also enjoy all the other peeps you introduce us too. We still look forward to your videos when you have time to make them!

[@torstenwennberg4845]

This is pure gold! Just imagine if you went shooting with Adam AND Simon. The hilarity!!

[@fototripper]

It needs to happen. Bring along Bri too.

[@rogerwalton8160]

Come home to Yorkshire Gavin. Puffin shots at Flamborough are easily obtained without ridiculously long an expensive lenses.

[@WriterandPhotographer]

That guy's images were amazingly clear, taken through that long lens and on a boat that is being bounced around. That is impressive. I think I'll stick to landscape.

[@dicekolev5360]

I'm nobody, obviously :D Bird photography is wayyy easier than photographing people, period! People suck. People only complain and try to make you idiot, mostly disrespecting you and your work while birds simply fly around and only thinkg you need is to be prepared for the nature + big espensive lenses. Easy-peasy :D

[@RikFreemanPhotographer]

Love the colab with Simon. Seeing you both go on about your specific fields of photography really adds a good dimension to the vids giving eejits like me a good perspective as to the differences and challenges each are faced to get the shot. Brilliant film as always and not sure about you Gavin, but I do not like wobbly boats. Don't think I would have had time to take a shot without feeding the sea monsters that lurk below my breakfast.😂👍

[@mikeday8470]

Love this weeks entry! Also Simon makes a great partner for your future videos. Now just need Amanda to get into Bird Photography with Simon to complete the new channel! In all seriousness, I do enjoy you and Simon together. Miss Adam Gibbs for sure but the new landscapes and elements out East are quite enjoyable. Maybe getting the 200-600 might be in your future?

[@ncsJones81]

It has always been photography with entertainment as a conduit to move photographs into our minds! Everyone has their own style Gavin's is laughter to break up the seriousness going on behind camera!

[@Duade]

Great vlog mate, be careful with birding, once you start it is hard to stop🙂 You did well for your first effort. If you really want to get into it, you have the best value birding lens available in the Sony 200-600, that is a stunning lens and will be fantastic on your A1. I used that combo, and it was fantastic. Cheers, Duade

[@howies.chanel13]

I emailed you about some long lenses duade on your website when ya get a chance give it a read mate cheers.

[@Duade]

@@howies.chanel13 Thanks Damien, I have emailed you back, Cheers, Duade

[@simon_dentremont]

I’m working on him Duade! Btw, love your channel.

[@Duade]

@@simon_dentremont Keep at it mate, birding is way more fun than landscapes ;-) Love your work also and looks like a great place for wildlife. I would love a session with the Puffins etc, your flight shots were fantastic. Cheers, Duade

[@tonyfluertynaturephotograp5272]

@@Duade just what you need, more lens reviews lol

[@Stevelarge1]

Now you decide to go do some bird photography!!?? Too bad. I could have taken you to some choice spots out here back in Nanaimo. Nice to see you in our realm for a change and getting the feel for what we do. Thanks for the nod towards the wildlife photographer. Really enjoyed the video and the photos. Steve Large - The Owl Man.

[@fototripper]

I do like me some owls.

[@tonynicolaci3244]

Ive got the R7 with the Sigma 150-600 and loving this setup with the extra reach with a crop sensor. Not so expensive setup. I have the R6 with wide angle for landscape. Both styles of photography have their challenges and rewards. Im now subscribing to Simon d'Entremont and Adam Gibbs due to fototripper. Bigger is better with wildlife.

[@KevinNordstrom]

Wonderful shots Gavin. Simon is a great addition to the channel. Keep up the good work and keep saving your pennies for that f4 lol 😆

[@mjsmith8741]

Another class video. No need for lens envy, it’s not the size that matters, it’s the way you use it, just ask Amanda……….;-))

[@aubgoodwinSRCphotography]

Get ya self the 200-600 Sony it’s a cracking bit of kit 👌 give me an invite to yours and al give u some tips 😬😎

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

Agreed, it's a great lens!

[@SteveMellorPhotography]

I had a very similar experience to yours on a boat in Anglesey… Although we only saw 1 puffin and it wasn’t doing much. You mentioned having to blow up the image. I would thoroughly recommend Topaz Gigapixel to help with that. It’s been a real godsend for me as I can’t hold heavier lenses due to a tendinitis problem, so I’m stuck with 300mm.

[@dalepowell5368]

Awww Puffins, lovely birds. If you're ever in the UK, more specifically, South Eastern Scotland, get your bum over to the Isle of May. Thousands of Puffins there, as well as other seabirds, from late April onwards. Loved the vid.

[@richardpesce5325]

Gavin, lens envy is not becoming. Man up and buy a big lens. Amanda , thanks for arranging the trip.

[@naturephotographychallenge]

That was really great!! Birds are my thing & Puffins are right on top of my "wish" list. I really enjoyed this video as you have amazing wildlife over there. I'd love to see more! A bit of landscapes and a bit more wildlife.....???? Perfect

[@kronkite1530]

“This is the exact moment that Simon wishes we had never met.” 🤣😂🤣

[@simon_dentremont]

It’s true, but oh, I’ve thought it before, and will again…

[@kronkite1530]

@@simon_dentremont Don’t let him drive you away! The rapport and humour are great.

[@Trish12303]

For your first time shooting Puffins Gavin, your images were great! Loved the video, thanks for sharing!!

[@davidlewis5929]

Speaking from experience the A7R4 is much more of a bird sitting still type of camera. When the A7R4 would hit focus with something moving with that 100-400 you would get amazing images but most of the time everything was just off on focus, like the focus tracking was a step behind. Moving to the A1 everything is more like point in the general direction and it is all good.

[@mortenthorpe]

The best new lens for long telephoto is the Nikon Z 800 PF 6.3. Not very expensive, not very heavy, and delivers super results!

[@SteveP_2426]

Must remember to call them 'Sea parrots' .......great name Gavin! If you are ever in the UK during Puffin season I can recommend a trip to Skomer Island off the Pembroke coast. You have to book ahead but you can land on the island and the sea parrots can be literally walking on the path by you. I was shooting most of my time with a 70-200 f/4 and a slower 100-400mm with no problems . Amanda would love it and a bazooka isn't essential!! Do I detect an R7 going on your Chrissie Pressie list to be able to borrow that lens?😉 😆

[@seabreezeof]

I highly recommend checking out Mark Smiths channel to optimize the A1 for action shooting, if you think you will become more active shooting wildlife, you could put it in crop mode with the 100-400 and add a 1.4TC, and now your shooting at 840mm. On the A1 the images will hold up even cropping in.. Sony makes a very good zoom thats 200-600 and fairly economical. Always enjoy all the hilarious shenanigan's.

[@fototripper]

Is there a link?...

[@LeeDillion]

@@fototripper kzbin.info.

[@LeeDillion]

Above link is his channel and the following is specifically for the A1, though it worked quite well for some settings on my A7iv - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoWldqGEfLdjgbs

[@seabreezeof]

Here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoWldqGEfLdjgbs&ab_channel=MarkSmith

[@jackstutts6439]

Welcome to my world Gavin. I started out with landscape, following you, Uncle Grumpy, Tom and Nick. Hell, I even bought the f4 road trip. Now I primarily shoot birds (and yes I follow Simon on You Tube). I think there is a way you can blend the two genres. Birds in their environment is very popular these days. Kind of how you included gulls in you wave images back on Vancouver Island and the Oregon coast. (PS. The best part of the f4 videos was the Vegas welcome party with Amanda in her sexy dress.😅)

[@fototripper]

Of course it was. We were just window dressing.

[@garyhinson3876]

photography from a boat, the bird goes up the boat goes down, the boat goes up the bird goes down ...... repeat !

[@kelvin869]

Since you liked that 14-24 Sigma so much Gavin; why not dive in and get the 150 - 600 DG DN Sport as well? I use it all the time lol. It is a little heavy though, but not as heavy as that Canon lens.

[@projektphotovisions]

Wildlife photography is a different pair of shoes, but good to try sometimes. Nice video!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Lens envy / reason 27 for GAS :-) and Simon has shown reason 34 clearly ( when the new one comes out :-) ) Enjoyed seeing you try something different Pal ! Simons shots were off the charts to be fair

[@hoythausgsp]

Terrific video! Simon is a great addition!! Love the Sony 100-400 but decided to get the 400GM which is terrific for birds but also sports/action

[@simon_dentremont]

I’m not sure I knew you were filming when I did the Vanna White moves on my big lens…

[@fototripper]

Oh I'm pretty sure you knew ;)

[@clivewoolley4492]

I've got to say this, Amanda has got gorgeous eyes you are one lucky man.

[@thevalleywalker]

I laughed at Simons 500f 4.. cracking lens but if he visited Skomer off the Welsh coast he could take his mobile - they come that close... obviously bif are a little harder with a mobile though.. Top shots Simon. great epsiode all. atb al

[@fototripper]

So many acronyms to learn. Birds in Flight = BIF. Are there any funny ones to add to my list?

[@thevalleywalker]

@@fototripper boas = bird on a stick , I gave up camera club because I got nicknamed boas or boar (bird on a rock) 😆

[@bartjes2509]

I know the feeling, 100-400mm on full frame doesn't have enough zoom even with extender (and sacrifice of light). My last trip to Iceland got me within 2 meters of the 'clowns' without actually disturbing them. I also have frame filled sharp images of them with lesser gear than you have. Bird in flight is a whole different story though...

[@dan_mills__791]

You can get a Sigma or Tamron 150-600mm which is great for wildlife and in comparison to the 500 f4 is incredibly cheap.

[@joe3eagles]

I got the Sigma. Pretty awesome lens!

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Awesome as always mate, difficult shooting from a moving boat, I found that out I Newfoundland! Thanks for sharing.I am sure in the right conditions your 100-400 would get great results, patience is the key for the bird stuff, I believe you can get a cracker with the gear you have.

[@MSmith-Photography]

Hey Canon. I could use a nice juicy lens like that. Get in touch. 😉🤣

[@JasonLorette]

Great job guys…Gavin you don’t need a bazooka…just keep telling yourself that over and over. (We all want all the lenses). 😎📸

[@canuckdon]

Hey, Gavid, your new sidekick makes a great addition.

[@PhotoTrekr]

One of the most fun parts of my trip to Alaska was photographing puffins. Cute little buggers and amazingly fast. I was surprised that I could get any shots in focus by panning along while they were flying. The longest lens I had on that trip was a Canon 300mm. But, I think you need a 500mm. Sony?

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

We have the canon 500 f4 at work mainly used for shooting cricket but comes in handy when shooting gang trouble I also had the Nikon 600 f4 stupidly heavy lens but cracking results. I sold it as it was overkill for me replaced with a nikon 100 to 500 lovely small light lens. Great shots fellas too watch thanx

[@v-0448]

I have the 100-400 GM and a A7R4. I have a button custom set to APSC mode, that punches in and makes it 600mm and still has 26mp! I suppose you can just crop in post as well lol

[@fototripper]

Aye, it's all the same.

[@fabiosan1985]

"How much does that cost?" ".........................." "...An embarrassing amount of money... 👀 " I died. 😂😂😂 However absolutely no offence for Simon,his photos are beautiful,but despite his bigger lens sincerely I prefer much more your photos. 🙂 This is a demonstration that size doesn't matter,it matters how you use it... 👀😂 Sorry Simon... 🙈😅

[@simon_dentremont]

Haha no worries!

[@sergey3493]

If you are ever going to Ireland... Saltee Island is (supposed to be) great place to see puffins. Afaik, they're used to people and you can get pretty close to them.

[@pc1189]

Awesome outing Gavin, get a Nikon and I’ll set a good price for my 500mm f4 😂 Good to finally see you remembered the thermacell too! Must be Amanda’s helping you get organized. So nice of you to silent promote Blake you are a real softy👏👏 Actually waiting to see what you got today 🤩

[@johannaknowles8569]

Haha 😂 I’m glad I’m not the only one with lens envy

[@SteveHearn]

Great video and interesting to see you shooting a different subject! Thanks for sharing!

[@nldazuu]

A pleasure watching with your typical comedian scripts… nice to see in the photo”s the landscape wildlife interpretation… who needs birds in flight 🫣

[@hughchisholm-ns]

I love your videos. They're not only educational but also entertaining. Who knew that Simon d'Entremont was this funny?

[@amritgurung1473]

Gavin, Nike page, Michael Shainblumn, Adm gibbs I never skip their notification.

[@eiremic]

Oh SOOO jealous. Puffins are my bucket list, one day. Thanks for sharing your foray into birding with Amanda and Simon, maybe get Amanda that Canon……

[@maureenjohnston5382]

f64 tee shirt advertising for Blake Rudis, he will be very happy Gavin!! 😂😂😂

[@paulnesbittwildlifephotogr4861]

well done Gavin look's like your slowly moving to more wild life photography looking forward to seeing more of you and your new friend. small tip Nothing wrong with going for a 90d Canon and a Sigma 150-600 lens. that way you don;t have to mortgage the camper. and if you come over to the UK again soon i will join you on one of your trip's

[@robingrant8082]

Wow - Simon is a great photographer! Good call Amanda 😀. On a serious note - a very enjoyable vlog Gavin, thanks to you all.

[@mattorrz759]

I think he stitched you up with the shutter speed. I noticed a difference there. 😂😂

[@MrDeano41]

Good laugh. And a great shot you bagged there Gavin 👊👍

[@dscarnes1]

We took that tour. It was worth every penny! Can’t wait to go back, but it may be a while.

[@howies.chanel13]

I am also looking at wildlife and birds now needing more than just landscape as a photographer be good to grow nice work Gavin

[@Shunt2007]

Worth the wait Mr Hardcastle, i so much enjoy your videos to the fullest! 👌 Must say your humor combined with great tips & trick's and ofc your wonderful photos ( you and me seen to have a similar eye for photography i must say ) , many that's why I enjoy your channel so much. So a big thank you for that 😁 Keep up the good work my friend! Much love from Sweden/Finland 🇫🇮 Regards Kim

[@petripuurunen2491]

Bird/wildlifephotography is just pure point&shoot. Luck and expensive gear (for nothing) Landscapephotography - real sport for talented people - connoisseurs as we - and many other - call ourselves.😆 Greetings from Finland !

[@petripuurunen2491]

@@trevorhoward1285 Humor - hard thing to catch.

[@penorvoll]

With a 200-600G you are well set for bird photography......and some hours of practising as well 🙂

[@drewarmstrong4325]

The 200-600mm is fantastic... works well with the 1.4x Teleconverter but it does not work great with the 2x. The 600mm... is so expensive but it is magic. Love it. And the 2x works great with it. Perfect for birds... and wolves.

[@PhotoTrekr]

I'm always pleasantly surprised at how well the 200-600mm does. Best telephoto bargain out there.

[@denisesavage2382]

Great to shift into a different zone of photography just to appreciate the ones that we tend to enjoy most. For a first crack at some puffins, you came away with something decent. I’m good at getting blurry butts on wildlife . . . . . . And birds, pffftttt . . . .but I love seeing what those who can do birds and wildlife get in their images. They are just stunning.

[@KrisLuckPhoto]

You guys are quite the collab! I recently went to Nome and my friend Joey was the same way, stopping for every bird known to man and I'm like it looks like a seagull ahaha (i'm sorry a "gull")

[@fototripper]

Yes, it's ''gull' now. Or I might call them 'landgulls'.

[@nicodottaphoto]

Great frame in this birds. Awesome 👏

[@duncansteward4331]

Looks like a good day was had --- they are fun birds Puffins. As you i have quite a lot of Puffins flying away LOL (Farne Islands)

[@BigBadLoneWolf]

just a pity that the Farne Island birds have been hit with Bird flu

[@kelleycheung]

The puffins are a cute enough reason for you to have left us on the west coast. You should definitely stick with Simon to absorb some of his crazy good puffin-shot skills! 👍

[@kathyhenehan1093]

Just got back from the Faroe Islands. I was lucky enough to get the puffins on 4 different occasions.

[@kathyhenehan1093]

But none turned out as nice as Simons.

[@PhotoTrekr]

I don't have lens envy, but I do have Faroe Islands envy. Never been there, but would love to go.

[@kathyhenehan1093]

@@PhotoTrekr it is such a great place to visit. I can’t wait to return again.

[@kevinbrown945]

Need to get yourself along to the Farne Islands off the Northumberland coast. 100-400 would be absolutely fine.

[@gregwilsonnaturephotography]

Hey Gavin, it's was good to hear Amanda still loves you even if you are packing small equipment. So nice of her to ask Sony to help you out size wise. Love your channel always fun! Greg

[@jimgraves4197]

On a trip to the Shetland Islands in 2007, my mate Spike declared Puffins were "Gay Penguins!" with a context of gay meaning happy. The name stuck and happy that he made such a great contribution to the culture of the islands he then spoke about Llamas for the rest of the week.

[@john2000l]

The Sony 100-400 GMaster is what I shoot wildlife with. More does not always translate to better. But you both had a lot of fun doing this video, and that is better than any wildlife photo !!

[@philn1957]

Great video, I normally shoot landscape but just now and again I will attempt to shoot critters, that's when you find out you need longer lenses, the cost then turns me back into taking landscapes, canon RF lenses are too expensive, come on Sigma please produce RF mount glass.

[@tylerdurden2832]

Best photography channel there is

[@samwilson4012]

Puffin envy!

[@alexSpunkt.]

I went on the tour a few times, dont have the gear for close up shots but still worth it 😀

[@RickMentore]

I just cant get satisfactory bird images with my 100-400mm, indeed it is the " putee." This is another entertaining 12 min, thanks for posting!

[@geofftonks8960]

Another great post kid! More and longer……..no pun intended.

[@johntaylorphotos]

I just hired the sigma sport 150-600mm for four days, pretty nice tbh, you can pick one up used for about £1000, not sure if they do a Sony mount though. Not quite prime quality, but pretty good.

[@paulkirk5760]

You did good with that lens and using back button for a change! Simon will make a wildlife photographer! You need to learn to both eye focus method next!

[@anvilcloud]

You said something about sedate landscape photography, but I have seen you in some pretty perilous places. I, however, once destroyed my camera in two feet of calm water. What happened was that I knocked my favourite hat off. I went to grab it and proceeded to drop the camera while the hat flowed gently downstream.

[@fototripper]

Painful.

[@Brock_in_the_North]

Is that lens in your pocket or are just happy to see me...... the sheer cost of those things is eye watering. I bet he never told his wife, that's if he has one after buying that lens 😅

[@simon_dentremont]

I did, but I’m fortunate that print sales pay for my gear, so I get a “pass”.