Tumbela
Tumbela, a very old dominant male now gone but not forgotten. This guy was a legend in hijavascript:s time at Lion Sands Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa ...
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Tumbela, a very old dominant male now gone but not forgotten. This guy was a legend in hijavascript:s time at Lion Sands Reserve, Sabi Sands, South Africa
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Apr, 2020Views
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People's Choice in Straight out of the camera Photo Challenge
Peer Award
Absolute Masterpiece
Superb Composition
Superior Skill
Magnificent Capture
All Star
Top Choice
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Top 30 rank week 1
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Behind The Lens
Location
Lion Sands Reserve, Sabi Sands, South AfricaTime
Around 4PM, give or take a bit.Lighting
The leopard was sitting in a tree, so while the lighting was mostly bright, he was in the shade.Equipment
This was taken in the early days of digital with a Canon 20D and a Canon 400 DO with 1.4x. This was hand heldInspiration
You do not need much inspiration to take this photo ! The leopard was sitting 10-12 feet (3-4 meters) above my head looking straight down. The excitement mixed with just a little fear was overwhelming. I took as many shots as I could of this magnificent leopard.Editing
Very mininal post processing as this was shot in raw and its full frame, not even any cropping.In my camera bag
I currently carry a Canon R5, Canon 7D II and a Canon 1DX along with Canon 400 DO with 1.4x, Canon 100-400L II, Canon 70-200 L III 2.8 along with other supportive Canon lenses,Feedback
While sitting under a leopard is a unique experience that most will never have, there is no substitute for big cat viewing than in Africa. This is a once in a lifetime experience that no one should miss.
