1st time shooting swimming
Sep 9, 2022 15:12:54 #
Nikon2014
Loc: Sterling Heights - MI
I have never been to or photographed a swim meet.
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
Sep 9, 2022 17:57:03 #
Chicago312
Loc: Western suburb, Chicago
Very nice captures, Richard. I like #3 the best.
Swimming is a challenge whether it be indoor or outdoor. It appears that you were shooting from one end of the pool and down low which is important to get the best shots. Breaststroke and butterfly are best shot from either end of the pool. Backstroke can be shot from either the end (standing up, instead of being close to pool level) or the side of the pool. Freestyle is best shot from the side of the pool. Starting block photos are best from the side.
Indoor lighting is always poor, but if the pool is evenly lit, you can just fix your ISO.
70-200 is an excellent lens choice for pool side or end photos.
If you are allowed to get next to the pool edge at the end of the pool (and don’t mind getting wet) you can consider a wide angle (24-28mm) for the turns (breaststroke & butterfly).
A 300mm or 400mm 2.8 will allow you to capture backstroke starts from the opposite end of the pool. Also allow you to get side shots if you can’t reach the swimmers furthest from you with the 70-200, or if you are forced to shoot from the stands.
Looking forward to more photos from you,
Stephen
Swimming is a challenge whether it be indoor or outdoor. It appears that you were shooting from one end of the pool and down low which is important to get the best shots. Breaststroke and butterfly are best shot from either end of the pool. Backstroke can be shot from either the end (standing up, instead of being close to pool level) or the side of the pool. Freestyle is best shot from the side of the pool. Starting block photos are best from the side.
Indoor lighting is always poor, but if the pool is evenly lit, you can just fix your ISO.
70-200 is an excellent lens choice for pool side or end photos.
If you are allowed to get next to the pool edge at the end of the pool (and don’t mind getting wet) you can consider a wide angle (24-28mm) for the turns (breaststroke & butterfly).
A 300mm or 400mm 2.8 will allow you to capture backstroke starts from the opposite end of the pool. Also allow you to get side shots if you can’t reach the swimmers furthest from you with the 70-200, or if you are forced to shoot from the stands.
Looking forward to more photos from you,
Stephen
Sep 10, 2022 07:36:36 #
Nikon2014 wrote:
I have never been to or photographed a swim meet.
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
Very nice Richard! I shot one swim meet. Turned out like crap. The man in charge of the complex told me the lighting was for tv cameras. I don't know what that meant but didn't work for old Tom. Keep posting love swim shots. Thanks BE SAFE!!
Tom
Sep 10, 2022 18:01:17 #
Sep 11, 2022 00:44:21 #
Nice shooting. In sports photography, timing is usually everything, and you have done well.
Sep 11, 2022 08:46:22 #
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Sep 12, 2022 20:09:57 #
rickberns
Loc: Conroe, Texas
Nikon2014 wrote:
I have never been to or photographed a swim meet.
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
All shot with a D850, 70-200mm, F2.8, SS 1500th, Auto ISO & WB.
All comments are welcome, thank you for looking.
Richard
I really like #3, you really see her face surfacing for air! All the pictures are stellar, #3 really stands out Richard.
Thanks for sharing,
Rick
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