Taking Sporting Event Photos

Take Plenty of Photos

The more photos you take, the better the chance several will come out great.

Capture the Emotion of a Great Play
Capture players’ expressions with your digital camera.
 

A Long Zoom is Essential
Take great sports photos even if you are in the ‘cheap seats’.
 
Fast Shutter Speed is Crucial
Prevent your sports photography from becoming blurry.
 
Don’t Forget the Scoreboard
Snap a few scoreboard photos to help tell the story of a sporting event.
 

Anticipate Shutter Lag
A digital camera’s slow shutter speed can prevent you from taking great photos if you don’t plan for it.
  
Capture the Anticipation of a Moment
Tell a story with your sports photography on the events leading up to a play.
 
Look for the Unexpected
Sometimes the most interesting sports photo opportunities are not found on the playing field.
 

Increase ISO Settings
Reduce your required digital camera shutter speed by increasing your ISO.
 
Bring Plenty of Batteries
Ensure your digital camera does not run out of power when taking sports photos.
 
Prepare for the Elements
Don’t let the rain, wind, sleet, or snow keep you from taking great sports photos.
 
Capture the Interactions Between Teammates
Photograph how a team responds to a key moment in a sporting event.
   
Burst (Continuous Drive) Mode can be Useful
How burst (rapid shot, or continuous drive) mode can aid your sports photography.