johnmccarthy

Ruby Throated Hummingbird

Ruby Throated Hummingbird

Hummingbirds are probably my favorite photo subject. Extremely fast, unpredictable and erratic in flight, these flying jewels are a challenge to capture....
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Hummingbirds are probably my favorite photo subject. Extremely fast, unpredictable and erratic in flight, these flying jewels are a challenge to capture.
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camera

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

settings

settings

Aperture 56/10 ISO 1600 Shutter 1/8000 Focal Length 400/1

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upload_date

Jun, 2016

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192

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Awards

Action Award

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Creative Winter Award

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2020 Choice Award

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Superb Composition

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Top Choice

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Absolute Masterpiece

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Outstanding Creativity

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Peer Award

+1

Magnificent Capture

All Star

Superior Skill

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Love the ruby neck hummer. Terrific shot! :)

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