Looking to but a DSLR camera Need Advice: I take lots of pics. Especially shots involving moving subjects. Plus I also have that pesky observer that crosses in front of you, or just...

RenaLover

I take lots of pics. Especially shots involving moving subjects. Plus I also have that pesky observer that crosses in front of you, or just someone that jumps up and down in front of you, that ruins the shot. I need a camera that can ignore this because I loose a lot of good moments due to this... I also need a camera that can let me take quick multiple shots ...I miss the old SLR days ... Kind of ...LOL

markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

I doubt there is a camera that will solve the jumping observer that is positioned between you and the moving subject. I shoot lots of action photography and purchased the the Canon 7D MII. Coupled with Canon f/2.8 or f/4 70 - 200mm, is an awesome combination for action.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-7d-mark-ii

GENorkus Loc: Washington Twp, Michigan

RenaLover wrote:

I take lots of pics. Especially shots involving moving subjects. Plus I also have that pesky observer that crosses in front of you, or just someone that jumps up and down in front of you, that ruins the shot. I need a camera that can ignore this because I loose a lot of good moments due to this... I also need a camera that can let me take quick multiple shots ...I miss the old SLR days ... Kind of ...LOL

If the speed is fast enough, you can jump up and take the shot. Then your the pesky person for those behind you. LoL

As for a camera, look into the mirrorless type or the new full frame Pentax. Those have a folding lcd that might help take photos at arms length.

I don't know about and type of delay in taking a photo. If there is a delay you might be stuck with something like a cellphone.

TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC

markngolf wrote:

I doubt there is a camera that will solve the jumping observer that is positioned between you and the moving subject. I shoot lots of action photography and purchased the the Canon 7D MII. Coupled with Canon f/2.8 or f/4 70 - 200mm, is an awesome combination for action.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-7d-mark-ii

Excellent suggested combination.
It won't remove that person from your field of view, but my 5D3 has an autofocus mode (case 2) that prevents the autofocus from locking on a closer object when an object moves across your path between you and the original subject. I believe it was intended to ignore objects (such as poles) while panning, but might be useful in your case if autofocus is the issue (rather than the person simply blocking your view)

robertjerl Loc: Corona, California

The Canon 7DII can be set as to how sensitive the AF is to objects appearing (and disappearing); you can also set how fast it reacts to objects that get between the lens and subject. If you get the settings right it will ignore a lot of those distractions. The 80D as sort of a 7DII light can do that pretty much at a lower price, smaller size and lesser weight. But it is not the 7DII's "built like a tank" for heavy/rough use. The 7DII's weather sealing is also heavier duty than the 80D.

If you are a Nikon person I would be inclined to assume that their D500 does the same. I don't know if their D7200 is a D500 light or not. Ask a Nikon person.

As to other brands, I haven't a clue.

whitewolfowner

If you buy a Nikon, buy from the 7200 line and above. The models below that have no auto focus motor in the camera which knocks out the use of many lenses in auto focus mode. If you want the folding LCD feature the D750 and D500 have those features.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

markngolf wrote:

I doubt there is a camera that will solve the jumping observer that is positioned between you and the moving subject.

For that, you would want a camera that looks like a rifle. Not many people are going to walk in front of someone holding a rifle in firing position. :D

CO

jerryc41 wrote:

For that, you would want a camera that looks like a rifle. Not many people are going to walk in front of someone holding a rifle in firing position. :D

Excellent solution!

CO

Some UHH members have already suggested the option that delays re-focusing if an object temporarily gets between you and your subject. With Nikon cameras it's called Focus Tracking with Lock-On. There are five levels of delay. My D7000 and D500 cameras have it.
AF 5 (Long)
AF 4
AF 3 (Normal)
AF 2
AF 1 (Short)
Off

Rhankins70 Loc: Florida

If you use back button focusing that will help with the random people jumping into frame as long as you release the focus, the camera won't try to refocus on them. I started using that technique a few months ago and can't imagine not using it now. Give it a try.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I don't know if this will help, but it is info on cameras. I found this last night.

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/2016-round-up-interchangeable-lens-cameras-under-500Camera Comparisons

avemal Loc: BALTIMORE

The new Nikon D500 is made for you. Check out YouTube and type in the search area Nikon D500. Lots of info. Good luck.

Leon S Loc: Minnesota

I liked Jerry's solution so much, I'm fitting a bayonet to the mount screw of my 300 f4, It will scare the hell out of the 5' 7" church lady who wore a ball cap with sun glasses on top holding her lite up telephone above her head, I might even rest it on her shoulder, and see how much she enjoys the kids performances. Even in church related school functions consideration for others seems to be in short supply. Leon

GENorkus Loc: Washington Twp, Michigan

Kind of crazy but I find in general photography, when I'm standing and pointing people tend to duck or wait until I lower my camera.

Of course I'm 6'4" and weigh about 250 lb. but I doubt their feeling of my retaliation wold be the reason. LoL

Frank W Loc: Adirondacks in NY

jerryc41 wrote:

For that, you would want a camera that looks like a rifle. Not many people are going to walk in front of someone holding a rifle in firing position. :D

Then somebody behind you takes you out with a REAL gun.