Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Sandhill Crane

Nikon 1 V3 Hodgepodge | Sandhill Crane   This Sandhill Crane frequents a nearby wetland area.  It does not seem to care about people much.  As long as you keep a decent distance, it just goes on about its business.

The Back Story  This image was captured with a simple burst of clicks.   Note: I post an image everyday at hankconrad.com.

Details…

EventDaily Walkabout
LocationNorthern Illinois
Date/Time10/10/2020  5:30pm Local Time
WeatherFair Skies | 60°F | Moderate Wind
MethodSimple burst of clicks.
GearNikon 1 V3 with a Nikon FT-1 Adapter & Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G IF-ED VR lens
Exposure
300mm (810mm)  f/5.6  1/1250s  -0.33ev  1600iso
PostReduced noise, sharpened eye, and added a bit of definition.