Birds in flight

From: Phillip Mann <phil@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, 24 Apr 2007 10:07:34 -0500

I can't figure what settings to use as to iso, speed, f-stop and focus
with my digital Olympus SP-55OUZ, of birds flying overhead. The sky
varies from cloudy, bright, blue, etc.

I'm kinda new to picture taking and would appreciate any help.

Phil

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