I think you are right. Those are great, and I think the vignetting does help detract attention from the uninspiring background. If you tune the vignetting down a bit it might be perfect.


Your pics always look so sharp. I'm not sure what it is, because even a chepo lens should be sharp enough that it doesn't matter for small pics like the ones you've posted. I don't think it is the lens. I think it is something you do- lighting, exposure, or processing. Dunno. Maybe you just choose to photograph sharp birds []