Lucanus cervus
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genossewu
July 05, 2013
Thank you very much, I shot these with a Sony NEX-5 and the Sigma 30mm at 2.8 in downtown Darmstadt, these beetles are actually very rare and listed as an endangered species. Hopefully this one made it.
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Location
This photo was taken on the streets of Darmstadt. I was on the bicycle when I saw this little fella walking on the pavement so I got off and took a shot.Time
It's been quite a while now, but it was already in the evening, so that's what created that special lighting in the background.Lighting
I don't want to make it seem like I knew exactly what I was doing, as I am not a professional. It was already fairly dark so the open lens was a necessity rather than a choice and it was quite hard focusing exactly on the little one while he was moving.Equipment
I used my trusty Sony NEX-5 together with a sigma 30mm at 2.8. The lens is rather cheap but produces very good results for me. I use manual lenses a lot, but for this shot I am happy that I had autofocus to assist me.Inspiration
No real inspiration here, it wasn't like I hired the beetle to walk for me. I just saw him and thought, right, this must be a good picture.Editing
Not much, just a little increase on the contrast and edge sharpening, but its subtle.In my camera bag
Usually I use my NEX-5 together with a fixed focal lens, such as a Canon FD 1.4 50MM and a lens turbo, plus the Sigma 30mm 2.4 I used for this shot.Feedback
Keep your eyes open and aim for the small things?
