If you have a long lens like the 400/500/600 or the 800, and you have a solid support you, do need stellar long lens technique to get the sharpest shot possible. So here are a few links that tell you exactly how you can improve your shot stability.
Nikon Cafe link on Long Lens Technique
Naturephotographers.net Article on Long Lens Technique
Moose Peterson’s article on Long Lens Technique
Couple of Tripod stability tips.
* Don’t extend the centre column. Better to remove it altogether.
* Don’t extend the bottom most section of the tripod fully.
* The centre leg of the tripod should always be placed directly in front of you.
* Level the tripod
* Check tripod legs firmly locked and placed where it cant slip accidentally.
And……PRACTICE >>PRACTICE>>PRACTICE and then some more 🙂
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