Birds... Fast Birds... Focus Help Needed w/7D 70-200 f2.8 USM IS II

Elfroggio,

Thanks for the note.  Glad to hear "There is no optmal setting"  I've been going crazy.

ONe thing I've not tried is the back button focus!!!! :O)

These sea gulls are so quick, I don't have a full second to focus. This is a very difficult shot to get as they have to be positioned in flight in front of the bridge at the proper distance, height and flying at the right pitch for the effect I need.

I have much respect now for people who shoot fast birds in flight, it's very difficult.

Thanks for your tips. I'll try back button focus!

Best regards,

TVSTAFF