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Originally Posted by ron1863 Hi and welcome to WAB. I have the Sigma 70-300mm APO and as Ollie says, you need to get fairly close to the subjects. The easiest way to do this is to use bird feeders in your garden and either take shots from a window or from behind a screen such as a hedge or trellis, the closer you are the better. It may take a while but the birds will get used to the feeders and you, enabling you to get some decent shots. You should secure some branches near to the feeder to give a more natural shot. Good luck.  |
Hello, ron! Thanks for the welcome and the pointers on the bird feeders. I'm on the hunt for pretty nifty ones (either that, or I'll make them). I think the branches are a good idea. It's just my luck. I have some left after making the "bird tree" for my lovies.

On the other hand, would you guys know of any other lens that is pretty reasonably priced but has a better reach?