So, it was recommended to me to use AP mode with auto ISO for birds in flight, especially as a beginner. However, what i'm finding is that sometimes the ISO shoots up to 3200, and accompanied with far less than 1/1000 and even around 1/250 I end up with terrible images that are ridiculously blurry with WAY too much noise that even Lr can't fix.
Lens used: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-f.6 G IF-ED
I do have a Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED lens but can't use it until my shoulder is better (surgery a few months back and is still to weak to handle a 5lb lens).
I first used program mode with auto ISO when I first got the camera, and I was getting pretty good results for the most part. But most of the time when using program mode the wings of birds were just too blurry. I then tried manual mode with Auto ISO but found my knowledge and skill level are too lacking at this point to go manual. So that's when someone suggested I use AP mode with auto ISO, and I'm finding that the settings are often way off from what I actually need for the given situation.
Any suggestions and/or advice would be great as I'm struggling with figuring out what next steps to take. I have watched a lot of youtube videos, read articles, and while those are helpful.. I'm just not finding the answers I need.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions and advice you can give.