Author name: juha

A thorough analysis of modern camera settings for pre-continuous shooting in bird photography

Technical

The R5 Mark II’s Pre-Continuous Shooting fundamentally changes the timing of bird photography. But understanding the technology isn’t enough—you need systematic testing. Over three months, I measured how tracking sensitivity, pre-capture frame count, and workflow impact real hit rates. My keeper rate doubled from 4.2% to 9.1%, but post-processing time doubled as well. The question isn’t whether the technology works. It’s whether it’s worth it for your photography.

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Kotkakoju: Odotusta ja sekunteja – Eagle Hide: Hours of Waiting, Seconds of Action

Photography trips

In temperatures over twenty degrees below zero, arriving at the hide in pitch darkness. There, the waiting, until that one minute of the day happens—the moment when the eagles no longer yield and the camera captures with pre-capture both backwards in time and 30-40 frames per second forward. My third eagle hide trip reminded me why I sit for hours waiting.

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Sairaspäivä, eli kun en voi kuvata, kehityn eniten – A Sick Day, When I Can’t Photograph, I Improve the Most

General

A sick day took my camera out of my hands and, unexpectedly, made me think more deeply about photography than I had in a long time. When you can’t go out, can’t shoot, and can’t even review your photos, something else happens: you start asking the bigger questions. Why do I photograph? Who am I doing it for? And where am I really heading as a photographer?

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Inspiraatiota eräältä valokuvaajalta – Inspiration from a Fellow Photographer

General

I recently came across a post by wildlife photographer Christopher Forslund about the principles that guide his photography. As a photographer still developing my own approach, I find it inspiring to see how others shape their work. I focus on being present, waiting patiently, and capturing moments where light, background, and the subject all align—though in nature, that alignment often comes down to luck. These guiding principles help me stay grounded and remind me why I bring my camera into the wild.

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The Best Photo Is Still to Come – Paras kuva on vielä tulossa

General

My best photo? I haven’t taken it yet. Every moment in nature could surpass the last.

So far this year, it’s my white-tailed eagle from a photography trip. Technically solid, yes—but more importantly, it represents hours of waiting, patience, and respect for the subject.

Photographs like this remind us why nature matters. Rare species exist only if habitats are protected, and a single image can make people stop and look. The best photo is still ahead—and that’s why I’ll keep going back.

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Joulun kuvausretki – A Christmas Photo Trip

Photography trips

After the Christmas holidays, we made a short visit to Siikakoski in Konnevesi. With low winter sun, blue skies, and just a few degrees of frost, the rapids were alive with movement. It didn’t take long before three White-throated Dippers appeared, hopping between rocks and diving into the icy water—perfect proof that winter photography can be both calm and rewarding.

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Tilastoja kotkakojun kuvausreissulta – Statistics from an Eagle Hide Photography Trip

Editing

Behind the numbers of an eagle hide photography trip lies a carefully planned workflow. From thousands of RAW images and high-speed burst shooting to strict culling and a streamlined Bridge–Lightroom process, this post breaks down how moments are captured — and how the best frames are finally chosen.

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