Photo Animalière avec les nouveaux Sony 400mm F4.5 GM et 600mm F6.3 GM

A Journey into Wildlife Photography

Introduction to the Adventure

• The narrator embarks on a wildlife photography journey, starting at a pond filled with birds and expressing excitement about unexpected encounters.

• The second day promises an intriguing experience as the narrator hints at surprising wildlife interactions.

New Camera Equipment Announcement

• Sony announces two new fixed focal length lenses: a 400mm F4.5 and a 600mm F6.3, both weighing under 1 kg, which is notable for their size.

• The narrator plans to test these lenses in real conditions to evaluate their image quality despite their lightweight design.

Testing the 400mm Lens

• The narrator chooses to start with the 400mm lens, curious if it can capture distant birds effectively.

• Observations of various bird activities are made, particularly grey wagtails, enhancing the excitement of using this lens.

Experience with Wildlife

• While approaching the water's edge quietly, the ease of handling the lightweight 400mm lens is highlighted; it allows for prolonged aiming without fatigue.

• Challenges arise in getting close enough to photograph birds without disturbing them; however, interesting shots are still captured.

Reflections on Day One

• As daylight fades, numerous egrets and herons are photographed before concluding day one of shooting.

• Plans for day two include exclusively using the 600mm lens in a forest known for diverse wildlife sightings like boars and deer.

Unexpected Encounters

Surprising Wildlife Sightings

• Upon arriving at a new location, an unexpected sighting occurs when a fox appears nearby, creating an exhilarating moment for the photographer.

Capturing Moments with Caution

• The narrator carefully positions themselves behind branches to avoid startling the fox while attempting to get clear shots.

Sounds from Deep within the Forest

Intriguing Noises

• Unusual sounds from deep within the forest pique curiosity; they resemble deer calls during mating season (bram).

Anticipation Builds

• Despite uncertainty about what’s making the noise, there’s hope that it could be deer moving through nearby areas.

Waiting Game

Patience in Nature

• The decision is made to wait patiently in hopes of witnessing deer emerge into open fields as evening approaches.

Observations Continue

• Continuous bram sounds indicate active wildlife presence; potential sightings of wild boars add excitement as shadows appear between trees.

Magical Moments

Deer Sightings

• A large group of deer emerges from the forest into open fields; their numbers create an awe-inspiring scene despite some obstacles like fences affecting visibility.

Reflection on Equipment Use

• Both lenses performed exceptionally well throughout this adventure; light weight contributed positively to comfort during long hours of shooting.