Sports photography tips and settings for Nikon and Canon.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video I share tips on how to take better photos of sports and moving subjects using Canon and Nikon DSLR Cameras.
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Simple and fast tips to execute as I head out the door to watch my son play football! The test at home seemed to work so I am excited for tonight's game.
Seriously, one of the best channel I came across. Explanation is so concise. Thank you.
Thank you so much - that means a lot to me 👍
👌🏼💯💯 ive came a long way in just 2 weeks by watching this man 🤌🏼 he’s legendary behind the lens
Photo Genius can you do one for birthday parties please with Canon 1500D
Since I upgraded my camera to that of one that is a point & shoot with capabilities of a DSLR, I can better quality sports photos.
I am sports photographer, albeit motor racing. These tips are going to help me with fine tuning the were & vastly improve my photos. I was easily able to apply the Nikon settings on mine.
If you have any tips on tweaking for motor racing, I certainly would be appreciative.
Watching these videos is like sitting in a classroom. Very educational.
Glad to hear my tips are helping you to get better photos. I would like to do a video featuring motor sports sometime in the near future, thank you for the suggestion.
I really like, the way you explain... cuz i really understand... you explain so simple... 😁👍 and there’s something i wanna ask about... if i would take a sports settings like that... does the settings of the lens would be remain manual focus or auto focus?
For sport I would go with Auto Focus. Thanks for watching.
thank you...
Superb as usual!
Thank you! Cheers!
Subscribed and thank you for the info. Very good video, easy to understand. Now im off to take motorcycle photos 📸
Thank you for the tips, much appreciated. One question, what metering mode would you suggest for sports photography? I use centre weighted.
So thankful I came across this video!! I’m certainly not a professional photographer...just a mom trying to get some really great shots of her goalkeeper! Your videos have given me the confidence to FINALLY take my camera out of auto mode. Thank you!!!
You are very welcome Jennifer. Chaek out my goalkeeper shot on Insta (see link), not many people shoot from this angle, but I love it.
Best wishes 😀
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How about for basketball my daughter started playing and I would like to get a great shots for her.
The old saying: Lean 1 thing a day ! The flashing F was my 1 thing ! Thanks for your time !
My pleasure - thank you for watching.
goldrace10 you mean learn
3 extra tips - 1 - ISO Auto works better cause when the apperture is not enough it will know and go up just enough to solve the exposure problem and whenever it checks the apperture is enough it goes down, so you only get as grainny pics as it's needed and never above that, I call it the Policeman cause it's constantly assuring effeciency / 2 - You did not suggested exactly what fast speed to use, I would recommend around 1/2000, more would be great (1/3200) but that can pull up the ISO too much / 3 - To avoid big deviations meetering area should not be on dot, but given sometimes the big difference in light from subject to background, centre weighted meetering shall be better than full matrix/evaluative, cheers and keep up the excellent work
Thanks Carlos.
Brilliant video. Total amateur here, with a great interest in sports photography. This was so well explained. Looking forward to going through other tips. Cheers.
Thanks for the feedback - very glad to hear you are enjoying the videos.
Thanking you for supporting my channel.
Great video. The same method I tried for capturing birds. Really happy that I did correct one that you described.
Initialy I was manual mode. But very hard to handle.
Later I changed ISO settings to Auto ISO. Just keep adjusting my shutter only.
Another great video. Thanks for making this video sir.
Have a great day.
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank you for this video! I'm a photographer for my son's football team and was looking for tips and this video was extremely helpful!! Thank you!
Glad to be of help - thanks for watching.
Thank you for this great explanation! Helped me immensely. What is the best shutter speed (I have a canon). I assume 1/4000 would be the quickest but I saw yours on 1/800?
"What is the best shutter speed" is one of the questions I get asked, I've made a video all about it that will answer your question full, here's the link and I hope you enjoy it : th-cam.com/video/98J200KEPog/w-d-xo.html
Best wishes
This helped so much for a beginner like me!
Thanks for watching Anna.
I'm an absolute 72 year old greenhorn trying to learn modern day photography and love your easy understandable videos that are helping me considerably. Thank you.
Glad to help, appreciate your support and feedback David.
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This is very helpful, thank you so much!
Thanks for watching.
Such a great tips! I’m covering my first sports event, and these are so useful, thank you so much! Suscribed
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Very good update on your previous video about shooting moving objects 👍
Luckily one of my tripod legs unscrews to make a monopod; haven't found use for it yet but I bet it'll come in handy.
Great tips! I hope to try them out later this year during some local sports activities :D
Keep up the good work Paul!
Thank you 😀 👍 📷 ❤️
Nice and interesting video. Cameras are only tools. The most important is the knowledge of the person that makes the photo. Not the gear.
Agree, thanks for watching.
Exactly the info i was after Paul, thank you. I know when i use my tripod i turn the IS off when photographing, but do you do the same with a mono pod?
With a Monopod I would keep the IS turned on as there will be some movement.
Thanks for watching.
Would this work well with plane spotting? Complete amature :)
Absolutely, but you will need a telephoto lens and I would suggest looking at something around 300mm minimum.
What setting would you use for metering? Center weight or matrix??
For most instances Matrix will do the job Wendy. Thanks for watching.
Thank you, you have helped me learn a lot about my camera, nikon 5500
You're very welcome Alan, thanks for the feedback.
Paul you are inspiring thank you i have been saving wine corks and bottle for 4 years i have also built a working area for my idea how could i send you jpeg files of my project and maybe get your ideas
On how to shoot this. I took wine bottles washed them cleaned off the labels. Had many friends drink a lot of wine and collected all this. Then i built my backdrop drilled holes for the bottles Velcro
In position. And greated a sea of corks on still working on it. My idea going back 4-6 years the corks fall from the sky onto the bottles bouncing off the bottles onto a sea of corks and bottles.
If i am putting you on the spot i opologize
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Great video, please do more on sports photography and would love to see you talk about 3D tracking and also Nikon camera focus points vs single point
I will definitely do more on shooting sports and moving subjects in the future. Thank you for watching.
Thank you for the useful tips.I take a lot of photos at rugby matches. Often I find that one team is wearing a light colour - for example white and the other team is wearing a dark colour - for example black. When the frame contains mostly players from the team wearing white the camera always under exposes, but when the frame contains mostly players from the team wearing black the camera does the opposite and over exposes the shot. The light has not changed at all but neither exposure is correct and it looks like a match where both teams are wearing grey!Is there any there any way that the camera can adjust for this automatically? I find that I am always having to adjust the exposure compensation manually up or down depending on which team is in the shot and this means that I frequently miss an important moment in the game.
This is a common problem, adjusting exposure compensation on the go is probably the best way to solve this issue I'm afraid as some of the other modes (Av / Tv for example) will adjust the exposure accordingly. If you edit your images make sure you are shooting RAW so you can fix this.
any chance you could give any advice on how to shoot dynamic karate shots of myself and some of my students for uploading to our website /action shots andand stills with plain backrounds
Subscribed, shared, liked. Hands down the most educational video Ive seen since I got into photography.
Am someone who likes to take pictures of nature, and this is really something helpful.
A BIG BIG THANK YOU.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I’m glad you are enjoying the videos.
I really like your tips...thanks alot
So I can see where single point AF would be great when you are focusing on one person/player. I am photographing a marching band. I want a large part of the field to be in focus. What setting would you use to accomplish this? I am using the Canon 80D with the Tamron 18-400 lens. The next event will be a 6 pm game so under the lights on the football field. Thanks
brother you are slowly helping me become a better photographer
So good to hear, thank you for watching.
I want to start plane spotting with the Canon 1300D and the Tamron 70-300. Do these settings apply for this aswell? (I'm new to cameras but it really passionates me) thanks in advance!
These tips are well worth applying to anything that moves. Thanks for watching 👍👍
@@photogenius thanks for the quick answer!
Paul just got a d3400 and love this video...do you shoot sports in raw or jpeg? thanks
I almost exclusively shoot RAW regardless of what I'm shooting. Thanks for watching Grace.
@@photogenius Paul thanks so much...one more quick question, I have found that single point focus is working pretty well for me but in what situation would AF area mode be beneficial? thanks so much
Excellent tutorial. Nice and easy to follow and well explained in great detail. 👍🏴
Thank you - glad you enjoyed the video.
Another brilliant video Paul, I would like to see you cover sports photograph at a race track just to see if I can pick up some great tips from you .
I will be doing more on sports photograph in the near future.
Thanks Richard.
Why didn't I find your channel. before ?? This is perfect for me , I'm a visual learner so your videos are helping me so much .
Thanks for watching - glad to have you on board.
Hello, when i take pictures with these settings; Shutterspeed 1/4000, F5.6, ISO 800, AI SERVO, continous shooting, and alleays focused on middle of the picture, the screen picture is practically black. When i use the premade settings on my canon camera for sports everything is normal. why is this, how do i fix it?
Thank you very much... I have embarked into sports photography and videography for our daughters volleyball team (indoors). at present I have a D3000...we use the iPad for the video...the video is used to recruiting (as are the photos) and for Hudl.
Due to inflation; the cost of camera equipment has skyrocketed.. so upgrading even to a Sony ZV-E10 off ebay is unlikely... So I'm trying to maximize what I have
I have a Nikon Coolpics B700 camera on order. Will all your tips and tricks work for the camera that I’m getting? Thanks. Great videos. ❤❤❤
Great video! Learn't a lot through this video and I'm only just getting into sports photography.
Hi sir so amazing very informative content👍🏻
So nice of you, thanks Julius.
Thank you, new subscription and like from me. If only I saw this video before my ski trip, but with some pre-focusing I managed to capture my jumps. Thus, I have a question: If it wasn't 'burst' mode, how would you actually take shots in focus? As I understand, half finger is focusing (continuous mode). If you want to take 2 or more photos, (e.g. 2 clicks when I really want) you would need to release and click again which would result losing it? Am I right?
I guess this can be solved with assigning another button a focus option, but the beat solution would be what you had said - burst mode which I did not know to set on my camera :/.
Thank you, now I am just interested in your response even though in your video you told a solution.
Sir I love your videos because your all videos u made on budget camera. I request you please make a video about wildlife photography using nikon 70 300 lens and setting also group photography astro photography long exposure photography without Nd filter. Thank you Sir ❤️❤️
that was good mate you spoke at normal speed which is good and it was easy to follow have just got the TAMRON 18-400 ON AN 80D CANON mainly for surfing an sailing thanks for this advice cheers an beers bobby j.
Hi! I’m trying to shoot indoors with lots of natural light, but when I turn the shutter speed up to 1/4000, my F number keeps flashing and the picture is pitch black. I make my iso 6400 and I’m still flashing F. HELP!
Thanks for explaining with the beginner DSLR 😊.
Having a problem. My shutter numbers are still blinking even though I changed the ISO numbers. I need help.
Any there any tips, instructions for a Canon EOS R- I can't find AI Servo AND I the shutter button thing he's talking about, I don't get or can't work out why my camera doesn't do what he says. Thanks everyone :)
I have the Nikon D5100.....I can't figure out where you change it to AF-S. I see where it is but it isn't highlighted to allow me to change it. Do I need to change something else. It's in S mode already.
Loved this video ….. but do you have tips for night games … especially where lighting still not great
I am trying with my Canon SLR D1100 with all the setting as you had mentioned. However when I move with shutter half shut, the lens is not moving forward/aft focussing on the subject. In my camera nothing is happening . Can you tell me why?
Again Paul, another great video... I visited my local auto race track and tried to get pics of race cars on the track... My results were horrible... lol... It’s mid January and now I cannot wait for the race season to begin so I can get the pics I have wanted for so long... Thank you so very much...
No problem Wayne, thanks for watching - please let me know how you go when race season begins and you get the chance to try these techniques out.
Paul.
Photo Genius sure will... Can’t wait...
I am shooting a very large group, 100+ athletes in a gymnasium seated together. In this gymnasium is florescent white light that is pretty good. I am preparing to shoot this group. My thinking is aperture priority, ISO 2000, speed what ever I get. I plan to shoot on a tripod to minimise any camera shake. What do you think?
Am planning for a smoke bomb photography with Canon rebel t6 , I got a 50mm, 18-55mm and a 55-250mm lens. Kindly please help with the settings so I become a hero in my shots, also am confused should i select a TV mode or M mode for this type photography
My pictures turnout black with these settings on Nikon D5600, thoughts? I raised the ISO as far as it would go and they were still black.
So happy i found you! Best ever!
Thank you - I appreciate your support for my channel
Sports photography is something I’d like to expand out to so Thankyou for this tutorial it really is the only one that made any sense
I have a Canon T7. 75-300mm Telephoto Lens What is the best settings to take Golfers playing golf ?
What about night time sports under stadium lights? What settings would you suggest for Nikon? TIA
Thanks I just started learning about how to pics of sports of my grandkids. I have a cannon rebel t6. Just want to know what is the best telephoto lens I can get for my camera without breaking the break…any help would be grateful…thanks
what cameras were you using in this video? i’m a beginner and i want to do sports photography. were the cameras in this video the ones you used for the pictures in this video? and....what cameras would you recommend to get quality pictures under $1000?
Should be titled: "For total beginner photographers". PS: a telephoto lens doesn't exaggerate your hand movements, it magnifies them. the movements are real not exaggerated. they are more noticeable because they are magnified by the lens.
Probably already been said..But this is THE best of the bunch, I have looked at plenty! he is not flash, nor is he up his own ass and most importantly he doesnt waste my time talking b**llocks or showing off HIS pics like many others do. He is pretty much an average normal looking chap with no strong accent or rubbish english to try and understand. He's the man for me..but not in that sense.. Id be happy to share a tinni or three with him anyday! Im always popping in to confirm and brush up on stuff.
Thank you so much for the amazing info
I am using Canon 1200d and I have set it on TV mode and did exactly what u did , however the pictures are very dark and f value never shows
Please tell me what I might have done wrong
Someone help me out here I need a camera for sport photography I’m not going professional or anything so my budget is $200-$500,anyone know what’s a good camera and lenses for that?
Im curious, on a bright sunny moringing/day. if I am shooting in my backyard or at a park for example, do I want a low or high f/ number with a Nikon?
Great tutorial. The way you explain everything in a very clear and concise way is brilliant.
It would be nice if someone could give me some tips on shooting motorsport behind the fence, ie shutter speed and aperture, with the aim of removing the fence from the photo and avoiding motion blur of a fast moving vehicle.
Currently have accepted that I have to live with the image of the safety fence in photo..
Thanks
Hi, I have the nikon 18x300 zoom and the nikon dx afs 35mm 1.18 . Do I need to add another lens to my bag?
Excellent mate, got the Nikon great your covering different brands
Do you think the Nikon d500 is good for Basketball photography?
What would I do if I’m taking action shots indoors with low light and my shutter speed is 1/4000 and my ISO is at the highest, but the F number is still flashing?
I would have to question why your shutter speed is so fast. You don't specify what you are taking photos of - but at 1/4000 you have hit a wall as your ISO is at the highest (not good) and the flashing f number means the camera has opens the aperture as far as the lens will allow.
My advice would be to drop the shutter speed to allow more light to be recorded but still be fast enough to get the shot - again I don't know what specifically you are shooting so try 1/1000 to begin with and see if there is any improvement.
Next step would be to seriously consider buying (or hiring) a lens that has a wider aperture - this will be a game changer for you.
ISO - if possible, try and get this lower - otherwise your images may be so noisy that you can't use them.
Hope that helps.
Paul.
Hello,
Is this ideal for taking pictures from the stands as well? Like a high school football game ?
which Nikon are you using to explain? I have a D850.
I can't thank you enough for very informative videos. I am new to using my camera Nikon D3500 and your videos have helped me with settings that I have/had no clue about. Thank you so much!
You are very welcome Alisha, thank you so much for watching and takin the time to post your feedback, best wishes. 😀
Love it! Ready to shoot grandsons football game tomorrow!
Fantastic, I hope you and your Grandson got some great shots (see what I did there 😄)
Paul
@@photogenius I used the settings as you instructed. Amazing results! Although my zoom is 55x200mm .,, would like a little more powerful lense…
what a cool Nikon and Canon settings man the Nikon's manual controls are much more nicer and easier and it is FOOTBALL not soccer
This was my crash course for sport photos...Will let you know how it went. I was asked to do a sport event in 8hr 😨
Just put all the settings into my nikon d5600 and they are great but when i look at the photos afterwoods they are very dark, can anyone tell me y please?
Learning with the Rebel T7. Taking lots of sports photos with my son’s soccer team. Some games at night on the soccer fields- very bright lights. Can’t seem to get the pictures to come out looking quite right. Suggestions? I’m totally new to the camera world.
May I suggest a fast shutter speed - try 1/500 of a second as a minimum, if your son is older and the game is faster then try to get covert to 1/000.
Aperture wide open (lowest f number) and just the ISO accordingly.
If the light is good then hopefully you won't need to push the ISO too far, if however the light is not so good then increase ISO to help maintain a faster shutter speed.
Is it better to have a manual mode on the camera with which I can adjust everything but also the lens to auto focus or Av mode on Canon?😅
Hi about to upgrade to my first DSLR, mainly going to be taking action photos of my daughters netball and horse riding tossing up between the canon 800d and the Nikon 5600 which would you recommend
To be honest either of these cameras would be good, in fact they ate almost identical in terms of specifications. I would go for the Nikon only because it has 39 focus points versus 19 on the Canon.
Thanks for watching.
Thanks for a great video! Total beginner here! I can't seem to get my release mode to work :(
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Hi when on monopod do you turn the is off I’m using canon 90d and 28-300 usm l lens
What a great info, the monopod thing leave me thinking, how such a small thing can produce good results, i use a p600
Love the monopod 👏
This is where BBF comes in handy...May be you can do a video on that..Good video man keep up ur good works
I will consider making a video about back button focus in the near future.
So clutch...I'm going to be amazing. Thank you !
very useful
Very educational! Thank you so much! -from a photographer who isn’t as comfortable with fast shooting, this video is awesome :)
Thank you so much Olivia, glad it helped - Happy New Year to you.
My Nikon d3100 doesn't have continuous focus
This was so easy to understand, so helpful, and like others have said, so concise!
I am interested in Photography after watching your videos. Which is the best Camera for beginners to buy ? . Sony a6000 or Nikon 5600 or canon M.
Whilst they are all good cameras - may I ask what you are going to mostly photographing??
I'm a n00b photographer and I about gave up on my Canon until this video. Thank you!!!!
Happy to help!
Great tips Paul, thanks. I changed my camera to back button focus, should I change it back ?
Only if you don't like it.
How did you find it??
Paul, how would mirrorless camera do for sports photography.
Thank you so much I am much better but how do I get rid of my shake hands
great channel and good explanations, thanks for that. I'm shooting cable wakeboarding pictures, I'm using a Nikon d5200 coz low budget, you mentioned the center auto focus, but what about dynamic af 9 or 21 or 39? cheers
Best to go with whatever works for your and gives you the best results, I like single centre focus so I can be very specific about what or who I am focusing on. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel Olivier.