An ok photo vs a GREAT photo of game

[deerhunt1988]

a lot of filtered pictures with today’s technology and I think they look silly almost fake especially when the hunter is wearing orange.

x2, too many folks go overboard on filters!

 

[idahohikker]

I find that I really like the shots with an expansive landscape. Obviously not feasible in heavy timber. It’s neat to be able to place the animal and hunter in a broader context of the environment.

 

[whereisfredbeckey]

Take as many photos as possible and pick the best one. I think lots of photographers take about 500 clicks to get 10 really good ones.

A friend (who was a 'semi-pro' photographer) once told me the difference between and amateur and a pro is the pro throws away 90% of the photos they take while the amateur throws away nothing. I probably applied more in the days of film vs. digital but the point is still valid.

 

[OutdoorsSD]

I’m better at shooting critters than photos - a lot of filtered pictures with today’s technology and I think they look silly almost fake especially when the hunter is wearing orange. I just set my iPhone to video mode when solo, prop it up do a few poses then go back, pause vid and screen shot. I don’t don’t do Facebook, Instagram, tweet etc. tho so usually the ppl I care to share the success with see the animal in the flesh anyway.


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I use the video trick on my iPhone as well. The only drawback is the photos aren't crystal clear when they are blown up. Ideally I would set up a point and shoot like an sony rx100 on a tripod and set a timer. I'll pick one up some time.