Quote Originally Posted by Lumens View Post
OK, While I was writing that, I do shoot in Raw and do use Lightroom 5. The problem is I still need to learn Lightroom a bit better as well. I will try the above mentioned ideas. Perhaps I can get away with an ISO of 1600 and/or overexposure and still get away with adjustments in Lightroom. I have a lot to learn LOL. Either way I see I am pushing the limits of the equipment.
The 7D is one of the best for birding but as mentioned, low light makes it difficult for any equipment. A faster lens will help.
Do you use Adobe camera raw to process your raw files? Adobe camera raw is part of your lightroom package and it does a better job with noise than Canon DPP.
For birding you will not like the 6D. The auto focus is no where as good as the 7Ds.