Mercer Reflections

Gallery: Man & NaturePosted December 2, 2012201 views5 comments

Sony A77
Minolta 200mm macro, CPL
ISO 800, 1/400 @ f8 spot metered off the water lily at +1.0
Mercer Arboretum, Humble, Texas

Took my brand new A77 out for its first shooting session yesterday and spotted this little scene. I didn't really need a lot of shutter speed but I wanted to experiment with the camera at a higher ISO than I typically utilize. I was pretty impressed with its performance although I still see a little noise. The reflection is from a small bridge spanning the pond. All comments welcome. >=))>

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5 comments

Comment posted by Morris McClung on December 4, 2012 at 11:55 AM

A beautiful moment captured, Bill. Enjoy your new toy!

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Comment posted by R.Bill Moser on December 4, 2012 at 2:30 PM

Like the comp.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on December 4, 2012 at 6:19 PM

I like the comp. and the focus on the bloom and its reflection. Without your telling me, I'd never have know that the reflection was from a small bridge.

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on December 5, 2012 at 5:59 AM

Strong comp Bill and I also like the mood of this. The reflections add depth to the image for me. Perfect whites.

pat

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on December 8, 2012 at 7:33 AM

Nice comp and color Bill, beautiful exposure on the water lily, and I definitely like the reflection. A friend of mine has an A77, and loves it. Well done.
John

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