Which lens would you recommend for soccer?
Jul 5, 2021 11:13:23 #
…on the D7500 I would choose the 80-400…especially if you will be sitting in the stands…both lenses can be hand held but they are heavy so you need to take that into consideration as well…
StLouie1970 wrote:
My br daughter plays 11v11 soccer and I'll be tra... (show quote)
Jul 5, 2021 11:27:52 #
no12mo wrote:
Was the lens you used meant to be used on a cropped sensor?
Yes. I talked with an advisor at B&H prior to purchasing it some time ago.
Jul 5, 2021 11:30:50 #
200-500. I shoot soccer and lacrosse with a Canon RF 100-500. Over 95% of my shots are between 200-500mm, with about 50% in the 400-500mm range. So, assuming you have a full frame body, I think the Nikon 200-500mm is your best option.
Jul 5, 2021 12:20:56 #
I have been shooting my grandson who plays lacrosse but the issues should be the same. The first game I brought my 500pf, 300pf and 70-200 F2.8 on my Nikon Z7 II. After the first half having used all three lenses I ended up with the 70-200 as being the best. Yes, I had to crop some of the shots but the shorter 200 gave me a better way of tracking my grandson. I will admit that the Z7 does offer 45mega pixels which allows for reasonable cropping.
Jul 5, 2021 13:01:58 #
StLouie1970 wrote:
My daughter plays 11v11 soccer and I'll be traveli... (show quote)
For Football I used a 150-600 on a DX crop mode camera Nikon D750, on a tripod. That DX mode gave me an additional 1.5 times more reach. Then I had a second camera around my neck with my 28-300. I'd quickly switch to that when the players came towards me, too close for the 150. You have to kind of know what moves might be coming next to know when to switch. For only one camera, use the widest range. I liked my 28-300 fine. There is a Tamron 18-400 that my hubby uses and it is DX cropped.
Jul 5, 2021 14:09:24 #
dbrugger25
Loc: Raleigh, NC
I have used a 20-200 f:2.8 for basketball. My camera has a 30mp full frame sensor. I was able to stand on the sidelines, as close as possible without being on the field. It worked very well. I shot in 5 frames per second mode and ended up with hundreds of images. We just selected the best ones.
Jul 5, 2021 14:27:49 #
mundy-F2
Loc: Chicago suburban area
StLouie1970 wrote:
My daughter plays 11v11 soccer and I'll be traveli... (show quote)
There are several good reviews, on different sites, on the 200-500. Many reviewers noted it is very sharp. Be sure to take a small wide angle prime for team pictures and of your daughter and team mates. Both of my boys played soccer and I used a 300mm f/4.5 Nikkor in the 1980's.
Enjoy!
Mundy
Jul 5, 2021 14:46:34 #
Get a 2x converter. You f/2.8 will become a 140-400 f/5.6. I also recommend shooting either in shutter priority or wide open. You want some bokeh but also want to stop the action, so which will work best depends a bit on time of day and how bright vs cloudy it is. If your images are sharp you can also do some cropping in post which can work better than trying to nail the crop on set. Nailing the crop on set is difficult; the pros develop this skill and because they are doing it so much they are in constant practice.
Jul 5, 2021 14:54:23 #
GoldenInCO
Loc: Colorado
I live in the Denver area and am beginning to think I have visited every soccer field in the area. Most important is the altitude - we have really intense light if the sun is out, so that shouldn't be a great concern. I shoot with a Tamron 18-400 f/3.5-6.3 with my Nikon D7500, and get great shots from football field length to up close park and rec fields. Have fun, bring lots of sunscreen, a large brimmed hat and drink lots and lots of water. Have fun.
Jul 5, 2021 14:55:18 #
Jul 5, 2021 15:00:23 #
cascom
Loc: Redmond
I use a D500 and a 70-200mm with a 1.7 extender and am very happy with the results. At night I might use a 300mm 2.8. I have a backup D7200 with a 28-300mm. I tend to stand behind the goal of the weaker team but I am focused on the officials rather than the players. I prefer to shoot into the sun and overexpose if the players are wearing white uniforms.
Jul 5, 2021 15:17:08 #
Thank you to everyone for the comments. I went with my gut, and a recommendation from a pro photographer, and rented the 200-500.
Here are some of the reasons/questions you asked:
I'm shooting with a D7500 body
So, this is a facility that we've never been to before, so I have no idea as to where we are allowed to sit. On our fields I literally shoot from the touch line. Last tournament forced us to sit in stands 50yds from the pitch. This is a National Tournament (a huge deal for our kids) so I just want as many options as possible.
Not many lens rental places near the hotel, and I didnt want to pay for days that we'll be driving...so BorrowLens.com gave me a great price. I'll give feedback on that after.
I typically sit on the 18yd box and in. I like the angles that gives me for attackin gplayers, Defense and the Keeper. I'll focus on a few positions each half and then mix it up. I dont often shoot from half field. Game times and lighting are the unknown, so I feel that I'm covered with my 2.8/70-200 and this 200-500.
Should be a lot of fun. These are 12yo girls and becoming quite the athletes. I look forward to sharing after its over. Thanks again!
Here are some of the reasons/questions you asked:
I'm shooting with a D7500 body
So, this is a facility that we've never been to before, so I have no idea as to where we are allowed to sit. On our fields I literally shoot from the touch line. Last tournament forced us to sit in stands 50yds from the pitch. This is a National Tournament (a huge deal for our kids) so I just want as many options as possible.
Not many lens rental places near the hotel, and I didnt want to pay for days that we'll be driving...so BorrowLens.com gave me a great price. I'll give feedback on that after.
I typically sit on the 18yd box and in. I like the angles that gives me for attackin gplayers, Defense and the Keeper. I'll focus on a few positions each half and then mix it up. I dont often shoot from half field. Game times and lighting are the unknown, so I feel that I'm covered with my 2.8/70-200 and this 200-500.
Should be a lot of fun. These are 12yo girls and becoming quite the athletes. I look forward to sharing after its over. Thanks again!
Jul 5, 2021 15:19:38 #
That's great info. Sounds like we have similar equipment.
We are playing at Dicks Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Can you tell me what it's like? Will I be able to get right down on the pitch?
From what I see, those are all grass fields, correct?
We are playing at Dicks Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Can you tell me what it's like? Will I be able to get right down on the pitch?
From what I see, those are all grass fields, correct?
Jul 5, 2021 15:20:41 #
GoldenInCO wrote:
I live in the Denver area and am beginning to think I have visited every soccer field in the area. Most important is the altitude - we have really intense light if the sun is out, so that shouldn't be a great concern. I shoot with a Tamron 18-400 f/3.5-6.3 with my Nikon D7500, and get great shots from football field length to up close park and rec fields. Have fun, bring lots of sunscreen, a large brimmed hat and drink lots and lots of water. Have fun.
That's great info. Sounds like we have similar equipment.
We are playing at Dicks Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City.
Can you tell me what it's like? Will I be able to get right down on the pitch?
From what I see, those are all grass fields, correct?
Jul 5, 2021 15:23:56 #
david vt wrote:
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Great info......thank you
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