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OWLP
05-12-2010, 06:11 PM
These Robber Flies sit still on the ground and when an insect comes too close, they quick take off and take down the insect. Here for excample a Hover Fly and a Crane Fly.

http://www.okanaganwildlifephotography.com/10/flies100240115.jpg

http://www.okanaganwildlifephotography.com/10/flies100240123.jpg

http://www.okanaganwildlifephotography.com/10/flies100240170.jpg

Iguanasan
05-12-2010, 09:07 PM
Way cool macro shots! You are opening up a whole new world to us! Thanks! :clap::clap:

MoinMoin
05-13-2010, 12:53 AM
W:highfive:ow - those are really great macros!

Kawarthabob
05-13-2010, 07:21 AM
Wow those are insanely close and sharp!

edG
05-14-2010, 06:13 AM
WOW! incredible shots

OWLP
05-14-2010, 05:18 PM
Thanks all. :)

mbrager
05-14-2010, 07:11 PM
I've really enjoyed your macro shots, so much so that I ordered a macro lens today. I found out that ordering from the US, there are no duties on lenses, only GST. Lenses are much cheaper there, even with shipping charges.
Mike

Hillbillygirl
05-15-2010, 06:02 AM
Excellent series OWLP. All so sharp and perfect exposure.

Marko
05-15-2010, 10:54 AM
These are excellent OWLP - super sharp!



I've really enjoyed your macro shots, so much so that I ordered a macro lens today. I found out that ordering from the US, there are no duties on lenses, only GST. Lenses are much cheaper there, even with shipping charges.
Mike

Depends on the lens. many canadian sellers are readjusting prices due to the dollar being so close. Currently there are new lenses in Montreal that are cheaper than in the US. ALSO keep in mind that although there are no duties per se, you CAN get raped by brokerage fees depending on the shipper. I've had great experiences overall when the parcel is delivered bu USPS and bad bad luck with UPS. ALSO keep in mind that if we are talking Nikon, the guarantee in canada is TWO years not one, AND servicing that lens will be a pain in the butt. Many big brands will NOT service your lens (in your country) if you purchased it in another country. Just my :twocents: but it's worth at least a nickel. :D

New camera/lenses - personally i would never buy them from the US. Used gear and accessories - a whole other story; Love the USA!

mbrager
05-15-2010, 11:39 AM
These are excellent OWLP - super sharp!




Depends on the lens. many canadian sellers are readjusting prices due to the dollar being so close. Currently there are new lenses in Montreal that are cheaper than in the US. ALSO keep in mind that although there are no duties per se, you CAN get raped by brokerage fees depending on the shipper. I've had great experiences overall when the parcel is delivered bu USPS and bad bad luck with UPS. ALSO keep in mind that if we are talking Nikon, the guarantee in canada is TWO years not one, AND servicing that lens will be a pain in the butt. Many big brands will NOT service your lens (in your country) if you purchased it in another country. Just my :twocents: but it's worth at least a nickel. :D

New camera/lenses - personally i would never buy them from the US. Used gear and accessories - a whole other story; Love the USA!

Appreciate your comments. I hope Canadian prices will eventually come down. Keeping my fingers crossed about the delivery.
Mike

OWLP
05-16-2010, 01:23 PM
Thanks for comments everybody.