Dog at the river

[samu2]

I have only been looking into photography for a few weeks so be gentle

I think I should invest in a tripod







Focal Length 145
F number 5
Exposure time 1/1,250

[Snowbound]

I really like the colors and the background. It's too bad it's not just a little sharper, but it's a great shot.

[Pitrih]

tripod won't help you with animal photos, most of the time animals won't sit still in front of your camera!

[sk66]

With the shutter speed used, I don't think a tripod is the issue. Either the focus was a bit off or the lens is a bit soft at f/5...I suspect it's the latter as I can't find a point particularly sharp..but it could be a front-focus/back-focus issue with the lens...

[ShamJolimie]

when photographing animals, try to put yourself at their eye level. even if it means lying on the floor. try to get eye contact also. it makes the difference between a good portrait and just a snapshot.