Lions in Denmark

[Desi]

I took a trip to Denmark recently. Only brought the 24-70. We went to a zoo there and I was absolutely blown away by the place. It was a Safari park type zoo with large animal enclosures and gave a real feeling that you were out on the savanna.

Hope you enjoy the shots. And, if you ever find yourself in Denmark, Go to the Givskud Zoo, it is definitely worth the visit.

The lion photos were taken through a closed, dirty car window. They seem a bit soft. Probably from the glass and the glare, but I'm wondering if the camera autofocus system was having difficulty focusing on animal fur. It is a contrast based autofocus.....and I guess there isn't much contrast in lion fur. Anyone have any thoughts on this?

C&C welcome, as always.

Thanks,

Desi

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Givskud zoo lioness by Desi595, on Flickr

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Givskud zoo lion by Desi595, on Flickr


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On alert, Givskud zoo by Desi595, on Flickr

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Givskud zoo lioness 2 by Desi595, on Flickr


5. Sable antelope

Sable antelope, Givskud zoo by Desi595, on Flickr

 

[JohnnyBlack]

Congrats. some nice shots

 

[DarkShadow]

These are fantastic shots with very nice detail.I love how you captured down on there level it really shows how very large these cats are.

 

[ryanparker]

Fantastic shots!!! Really nice!