what is the best camera for action and distance shots?
I’m considering getting a SLR, possibly a canon? I want one that I can get good shot from a distance and take action shots(for sports, etc.) without a blur.
This is how I do it; that’s as affordable as I can make it….
– Canon 500D.
– 75-300mm IS lens
In my eyes; this is as cheap and light as it is possible.
Advantage
– cheap
– light
– long reach
disadvantage
– plastic mount. not as durable
– slow lens i think it is a 6.3 at 300mm
– not protected from the elements
For sports photography, having long reach is just a small piece of a bigger puzzle.
– getting as close as you can to the player or the person. They stand on teh sideline for a reason
– fast lens (some use 300mm f/2.8 <– very expensive)
– if you are taking picture in harsh weather conditions. Dirt bikes; snow… You need weather protection… Canon 7d + 70-200mm f/2.8
edit; the rest of it is knowing the gear you are using….
fast shutter speed to freeze the action
high iso to get the faster speed
getting the proper exposure… etc
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