ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #21 Posted October 10, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm just back from a visit to Kruger National Park in South Africa. My first go at a safari and it was thrilling. I took a Leica SL 90-280 and a Hasselblad X1D II 45P. I also brought along a Sigma 16-28 but chose to use the medium format X1D II (rather than the Sigma 16-28) for the safari portion of the trip. The 90-280 was fine for 80+ percentage of telephoto shots. On occasion, it would have been nice to have brought along a longer focal length, but JaapV and Michaeli suggested less rather than more gear, and they were absolutely correct. The simplicity along with African air travel weight concerns was a limitation. The animals get pretty close to the vehicles at Kruger so it worked out well, as did the Hasselblad, which I thought captured the colors of the African landscape so beautifully. Having the medium format system was a great complement, though certainly the Sigma 16-28 would have worked well too. As mentioned, since the animals get close , I also thought that maybe the 90mm length on the SL was the better alternative to the Sigma 150-600. I'm not sure on that latter point. Nonetheless, I thought to start an open thread for those wanting to post photos from their own safari trips. For me, it was the trip of a lifetime, and if you're considering one, don't hesitate! In my case, a hobbyist's photographer's dream! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529354'>More sharing options...
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ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #22 Posted October 10, 2022 This old warrior - with the facial scars as testament - was lounging after a recent meal. SL 90-280 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529368'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #23 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) A female lion protecting a recent kill and her teenage offspring from the menace of this male lion who was lurking. Given the opportunity the male would kill the teenager to assert his dominance. SL 90-280 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited October 10, 2022 by ropo54 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529372'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #24 Posted October 10, 2022 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529373'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #25 Posted October 10, 2022 The victim, giraffe Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529375'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #26 Posted October 10, 2022 Buffalos Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529377'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #27 Posted October 10, 2022 Advertisement (gone after registration) Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529383'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #28 Posted October 10, 2022 SL 90-280 Giraffe on the left in the foreground Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529387'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #29 Posted October 10, 2022 Zebras Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529388'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #30 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) Mother and baby rhino Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited October 10, 2022 by ropo54 5 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529392'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #31 Posted October 10, 2022 On our way back to the lodge the next day, we came across a pack of hyenas devouring the remains of the dead giraffe. Hyenas consume just about anything left over include the bones. There was plenty of noise, snarling, and gnarling as they engaged. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529396'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #32 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) Back at Kapama Reserve for lunch Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited October 10, 2022 by ropo54 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529397'>More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #33 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) It was rare to spot a leopard. Going down to the lake for a drink and then coming around it to the backside and past a land cruiser. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Leopard at water's edge on the left side of landscape photo Edited October 10, 2022 by ropo54 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Leopard at water's edge on the left side of landscape photo ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529402'>More sharing options...
leicam62003 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #34 Posted October 10, 2022 (edited) km,......... it may be that the sharpness is missing in some pictures? 1:5,6 640mm - MTF not Leica sorry .................. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited October 10, 2022 by leicam62003 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4529480'>More sharing options...
bags27 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #35 Posted October 10, 2022 Those are all pretty spectacular, Rob! Wonderful photos of an amazing adventure. You brought camera gear that really captured your experience. All terrific, but I have to say that the way the Hasselblad renders the blues and browns of Africa is especially powerful and evocative. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #36 Posted October 10, 2022 Thanks, Ken. Yes, I thought the Hasselblad was fantastic with the colors. Rob 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #37 Posted October 10, 2022 I am advised that posting photos from the X1D II is against the LF rules and some of the posts have accordingly been removed. My intention was to show comparative renderings, but will abide going forward. Rob 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bags27 Posted October 10, 2022 Share #38 Posted October 10, 2022 10 minutes ago, ropo54 said: I am advised that posting photos from the X1D II is against the LF rules and some of the posts have accordingly been removed. My intention was to show comparative renderings, but will abide going forward. Rob You should have shot with a film Hasselblad so that you could have posted them on the "I like Film" thread. We're a wild bunch over there, and anything goes! 🙂 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted October 11, 2022 Share #39 Posted October 11, 2022 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/339907-safari-open-thread-merged/?do=findComment&comment=4530261'>More sharing options...
stray cat Posted October 11, 2022 Share #40 Posted October 11, 2022 A wonderful set of photographs, Rob, and a trip that I can only imagine takes you to all sorts of places - physically, emotionally, mentally - away from normal day to day living. Thank you so much for sharing. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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