<![CDATA[Steve's Digicams Forums - Sports & Action Photos]]> http://forums.steves-digicams.com/ en Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:11:46 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/techforums_v2/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Steve's Digicams Forums - Sports & Action Photos]]> http://forums.steves-digicams.com/ Pro Soccer http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162465-pro-soccer.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:19:53 GMT Hi all, shot this match in the most horrendous conditions so far:frown:. I was up at 1000/1600 from the start of the game (no it wasn't an evening match it kicked off at 3.00pm:eek:). can't blame photobucket for these! there down to pure motion blur:redface:. Thank god there just for the papers:smile:. I really envy you D3 guys now!. Kind regards Graham.

PS I only did the first half so I was away for 4 pm ish.

JohnG I don't think i'll be sending any of these:D LOL

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]]> bluesman graham http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162465-pro-soccer.html High School Basketball with K-7 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162457-high-school-basketball-k-7-a.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:22:05 GMT For several reasons not relevant to the forum I have not been shooting sports this fall, but last night our school's basketball coach asked me to shoot a set of games since he was matched up against his brother as the opposing coach for the first time. This gave me the chance to check out the Pentax K-7 in our cave of a high school gym for the first time.

I shot at ISO 3200 with a Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 lens. The big problem with the earlier Pentax DSLR's has been speed and accuracy of focus, particularly in limited light situations like a gym. Probably the best measure I have of how much the new camera has improved in this area is that I threw out almost no shots because of poor focus. Overall, greatly improved performance. Problems with these shots have to be blamed on the shooter, not the camera.





Believe it or not, the kid made this off-balance throw.



Lighting was so inconsistent that I dumped my custom white balance and let the camera adjust with automatic white balance, then corrected as best I could in Lightroom. Still, there were inconsistencies.



Overall, the evening was a lot of fun. I had not thought about using the Tamron lens for sports before, but the flexibility of the zoom was nice and the 28-75mm range was excellent for shooting from under the basket.

Feedback is welcome.

Paul

BTW, for those struck by the "Texas" jerseys, our high school was not challenging the Longhorns. The opponent was Texas High School from their side of the line in Texarkana, which straddles the Arkansas-Texas line. ]]> Trojansoc http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162457-high-school-basketball-k-7-a.html Bigfoot http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162407-bigfoot.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:54:14 GMT *The One..... The Only.....The Original..... BIGFOOT !!!!* Well at least thats what they said anyway Taken at the Truckfest at Haydock Park in... The One..... The Only.....The Original..... BIGFOOT !!!!

Well at least thats what they said anyway

Taken at the Truckfest at Haydock Park in September.

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]]> Rob_W http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162407-bigfoot.html swim meet races 2 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162364-swim-meet-races-2-a.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:37:49 GMT .....another series .....another series
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]]> spy http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162364-swim-meet-races-2-a.html swim meet races http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162363-swim-meet-races.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:34:09 GMT These are from a couple swim meets recently. 5d Mark II, 24 - 70 2.8, 70 - 200 2.8. These are from a couple swim meets recently.

5d Mark II, 24 - 70 2.8, 70 - 200 2.8.
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]]> spy http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162363-swim-meet-races.html UNC Tarheels vs Belmont Abbey Exhibition http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162324-unc-tarheels-vs-belmont-abbey-exhibition.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:22:16 GMT I took a bunch of shots from the stands at the UNC vs Belmont Abbey exhibition game a couple weeks back and here are a few to share. The Smith... I took a bunch of shots from the stands at the UNC vs Belmont Abbey exhibition game a couple weeks back and here are a few to share. The Smith Center has some Very nice lighting! Hope you enjoy!

1) Here's one from the upper deck - Will Graves



Then I moved down to the lower section for several more

2) Marcus Ginyard bring the ball down court



3) Larry Drew II going to the basket



4) Deon Thompson with the dunk



5) Deon again with one of his soft shots



6) A little encouragement...



7) One of the freshmen twins, this time Travis Wear puts it away



8) A look up at the rafters



The whole gallery is online at http://andygriffin.smugmug.com/Sport...10500209_8rUvr

Andy ]]> griffina6 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162324-unc-tarheels-vs-belmont-abbey-exhibition.html Bethal University Vs St Johns http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162256-bethal-university-vs-st-johns.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:43:12 GMT I shot some hockey for the first time this past Friday night. Shot these in the manual mode 1/500 f2.8 iso1600. I had a little trouble managing the... I shot some hockey for the first time this past Friday night. Shot these in the manual mode 1/500 f2.8 iso1600. I had a little trouble managing the noise. It also seems like they could be sharper.

C & C is greatly appreciated.

Thanks for looking

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]]> schent1 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162256-bethal-university-vs-st-johns.html Historic Sandown (with car fire shots) http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162194-historic-sandown-car-fire-shots.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:54:20 GMT Here are some of my pics from last Sunday at Historic Sandown. Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2679/4095295788_9135667c84_o.jpg Image:... Here are some of my pics from last Sunday at Historic Sandown.











A BMW had gone off into the gravel trap in front of me and sprayed dust everywhere caught the Torana airborne over the curb from the corner of my eye, quickly spun around and fired a few shots. The driver was Ok (Lindsay Woolward), the fire was put out quickly and there was not to much damage to the car, apparently some oil had been dropped on the track.
Of course had the wrong settings for these shots (was taking some slow shutter speed shots 1/60 sec) and had a huge cloud of dust. This is my best effort salvaging the shots in PS.




]]> TG http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162194-historic-sandown-car-fire-shots.html High School Basketball - A different angle http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162151-high-school-basketball-different-angle.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:12:27 GMT I got access to the 'crows nest' above one of the rims for one game. These were shot basically straight down through the metal grate that you stand on. I was shooting blind because it was difficult to keep my eye on the viewfinder and follow the action, so I missed a bunch. Any tips on how to better follow action from this type of angle? Any other C&C more than welcome as well.

All shot with Canon 50D, 70-200mm f/2.8. ISO 2500-3200, f/2.8, 1/400-1/500. I eventually switched to manual focus and picked the bottom of the net as my focus point - seemed to get better results that way..

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http://www.aerosuperbatics.com/

You watch them and read their profiles, these girls are absolutely mental,
but i'll bet they party like theres no tomorrow. . :love3:

And yes i do know about the prop blur in some but i was more interested in
what was on top of the planes than what was on the front, Lol...

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]]> Rob_W http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162141-wing-walkers.html Sports Action Shooters Needed http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162128-sports-action-shooters-needed.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:52:30 GMT Hello! Not sure if this is proper forum, but anyone who is interested in shooting sports action over Thanksgiving weekend who lives in the... Hello!

Not sure if this is proper forum, but anyone who is interested in shooting sports action over Thanksgiving weekend who lives in the Chicago Metro area please contact me for details. Thanks!

Louis ]]> louisdelapena http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162128-sports-action-shooters-needed.html The Vulcan Bomber http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162103-vulcan-bomber.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:54:31 GMT The last one flying so only gentle flypasts but its still a helluva sight and the noise is just.......... Not the best shot but it just looked... The last one flying so only gentle flypasts but its still a helluva sight and the noise is just..........


Not the best shot but it just looked so surreal, that guy on the pier had no idea what was about to come over













And one i had a tinker in Photoshop with
]]> Rob_W http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162103-vulcan-bomber.html USED Nikon 80-200mm f2.8 or NEW Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 II ??? http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162081-used-nikon-80-200mm-f2-8-new-sigma-70-200mm-f2-8-ii.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:10:34 GMT I am looking at spending roughly $800 for a new fast lens for my D90 to shoot indoor volleyball. I already own the fixed 85mm f1.8 and love it but... I am looking at spending roughly $800 for a new fast lens for my D90 to shoot indoor volleyball. I already own the fixed 85mm f1.8 and love it but would like to supplement that with something with range. Does anyone have any feedback as to which of the above they would suggest? .....Ebay for the used Nikkor or get a new Sigma? (i'm also intrigued by the Sigma 50-150mm as that range suits me even better) Thanks, David ]]> tripppsta http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162081-used-nikon-80-200mm-f2-8-new-sigma-70-200mm-f2-8-ii.html <![CDATA[Huddersfield & District Soccer]]> http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/162011-huddersfield-district-soccer.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:18:38 GMT Hi all here's a few shots from some games this weekend. Light was terrible very Dark & raining :frown:, really struggled with shutter speeds as I don't have the comfort of pushing over 1000 on the D2h's!!, but these things are sent to try us??. had to shoot tight to try and avoid any noise from cropping, some worked, some didn't:redface:. C&C welcome Kind regards Graham.
PS there a lot sharper than the hosted pics, Honest!! LOL.
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. ]]> Rob_W http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161954-lancaster-bomber-crash-lands-beach.html Friday Night Football http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161943-friday-night-football.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:50:56 GMT Just got some Friday night football photos processed. C&C welcome:

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I'd borrowed a Nikon 70-400Vr lens for the weekend and was quite pleased with what i got

Grey plane against a grey sky, not sure who thought that one up...









]]> Rob_W http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161864-turn-burn.html <![CDATA[Abu Dhabi GP pics. "opinions are appreciated"]]> http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161817-abu-dhabi-gp-pics-opinions-appreciated.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:25:03 GMT Here are a few pics from Abu Dhabi GP '09 weekend.
please let me know about the pics (first time attending an F1 event)
First (Champ "Button")

BMW

Webber

Hamilton


Please have some time and visit my web album for the rest of the pics and give me your comments to improve
My web album ]]> playa4real007 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161817-abu-dhabi-gp-pics-opinions-appreciated.html Memory Cards For Sports Shooting http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161743-memory-cards-sports-shooting.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:35:36 GMT Maybe this belongs in the memory card forum but since it is about sports shooting I decided to put it here. For those of you who are serious... Maybe this belongs in the memory card forum but since it is about sports shooting I decided to put it here.

For those of you who are serious sports shooters like John G etc what memory cards do you use and recommend as far as speed and size goes for shooting action sports (basketball, baseball, football etc.

I have been using 133x Transcend and Sandisk Extreme III cards with an A200 and A700 Sony Bodies.

Should I be looking at 300x speed cards and Extreme IVs.

Fir fire and rescue action shooting the extreme IIIs seem to be pretty fast.

dave ]]> Photo 5 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161743-memory-cards-sports-shooting.html Basic Sports Lense http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161742-basic-sports-lense.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:31:55 GMT Hi: I am now using a Sony A700 as my body. I have a Tamorn 28 - 300mm lens and the sony kit 18 - 70mm. I can also borrow the sony kit 55 - 200mm... Hi:

I am now using a Sony A700 as my body. I have a Tamorn 28 - 300mm lens and the sony kit 18 - 70mm. I can also borrow the sony kit 55 - 200mm as needed (kit lenses meaning the ones that cane with the A200).

I am looking to expand to another lens that would be good for general sports shooting. I am mainly going to be doing baseball and track and field with the occasional football and basketball game thrown in. I did a charity basketball game last year with the 28 - 300 mounted on an A200 and got some decent shots at ISO 1600.

So if I was to get "one" more lens what would you recommend? The thing I noticed about the 28 - 300 is that in low light situations its too dim needs to be lower f/s number in order to get better shots and possibly focus faster.

dave ]]> Photo 5 http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161742-basic-sports-lense.html soccer from this weekend http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161656-soccer-weekend.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:36:39 GMT Hi Folks, here's a few shots from a game this weekend. Kind regards Graham.
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]]> k1par http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161586-good-face.html No feeling like it... http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161550-no-feeling-like.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:56:53 GMT
I hung up the boots nearly 20 years ago, but I know exactly what she's feeling here. ]]> The Barbarian http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161550-no-feeling-like.html More british basket ball http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161460-more-british-basket-ball.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:57:30 GMT Three from my home venue, one of the darkest venues in the british game !SO 6400 is a must ! Image:... Three from my home venue, one of the darkest venues in the british game !SO 6400 is a must !






2 layups and an alleyoop ! ]]> Frisky http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161460-more-british-basket-ball.html You make the call! http://forums.steves-digicams.com/sports-action-photos/161451-you-make-call.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:24:17 GMT Do 5 & 9 get up in time to make the block?
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