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Hi, I am new to this site (joined 25 mins ago) and not sure where to post this, so if its in the wrong place, sorry.
I have recently bought a canon eos 1000d, which is my first real camera, and i was wondering which lens would be best for photographing high speed action shots, i.e. motorcycle racing. I was at a hill climb event in Kinsale on sunday last and have caught the bug. The pictures i took are at… http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/album.php?aid=252072&id=1385438802″ onclick=”window.open(this.href);return false;. All help, comments or critisims welcome.
Thanks in advance, Niall.Hi Niall, welcome to the site.
Its best to post a few photos on the site, rather than have them all on a link.
The photos seem pretty good, I haven’t been at one of these events, but Id say the bikes are moving pretty quick!
Since you are only after getting the camera, my advice is to keep using the gear you have and get used to all the manual settings before buying a new lens. Lenses used for Motorsport can be pretty expensive with the Canon 70-200mm F2.8 being one of the most used but can be a bit short for some events.
What lens were you using and what settings on the camera?
Hi Niall,
Looks like I’m in the same boat as you :-) After going up to Vernon Mount last weekend I’m hooked ! I’m a beginner and am using a 5 year old Nikon D50 at the moment, got if from a friend but also looking at a Canon, the 7D. I bought a magazine there at the weekend, think it was What Digital Camera but I’ll have to check. They’ve got a big list of cameras, lenses etc. in the back with prices and ratings on the best ones. Might be worth a look ? A guy recommended a 100-400mm Canon lens, saw it on warehouse express website in the UK and it’s on there for around £1100. There’s also a 100-400mm Sigma lens for about half the money that I think got an excellent review in the mag. Will have to check the mag again, left it in the shed. I’m only starting out so I’m sure there’ll be plenty of people on here that could advise you better.
Again, this is coming from a complete beginner, but a lot of good shots I’ve seen of motor sports use panning where you have a slower shutter speed and you ‘pan’ the camera to follow the bike. In the pic the bike looks focused but the background, wheels etc are blurred so you get the sense of speed. Now it’s not like I’ve ever done this myself but I hear that’s what the pros do :-) Have a look at Daniel’s flickr page there in the link at the end of his post, he has it well sorted. What lens do you use Daniel ?
Good luck with it, let us know what you get.
Richie.
some cool photos i to am in to road racin takin my own few photos im defo no expert but im gettin there im wondering if any one can help me i want to get a media pass in order to get up close with the racing can anyone help me with this as i dont no where to go in order to look for theses passes plus im sure there is insurance involved too thanks for taking thr time to read this any help would be great
if you are going to real road racing you dont need a press pass as access is very close to the action. If you are going to cover short circuit’s then that is a different ball game altogeather….
Am also new to the site. How does one go about getting a press pass any help would be greatly appreciated. Have been doing road racing for a long time but not been able to do short circuit. Also would like to do some GAA and Soccer. A proper pass would be invaluable
Hi,
I started out with a 1000D about this time 2 years ago and had a Canon 55-250 lens (£189 I think I paid for it) that was great to get me started. See below taken with same
Earlier this year I upgraded to a Canon 7D and a 70-200 f2.8 lens and it is the right tool for the job and very versatile for lots of other situations. Agreed it can be a bit short but I also have the 1.4X convertor that gets me out from time to time. See one of my images taken at Walderstown earlier this year. I’m still learning everytime I get the camera out of the bag so tthe trick is to shoot loads and see what works and what doesn’t.
Cheers,
John.Hi All,
Here are a few from the Munster 100 in Dunmanway, and Jagoes Mills Kinsale Hillclimb,
Regards,
Richard H
i am also looking for a better than kit lens for bike. Mondello and forest enduro offroad is what I want to shoot.
I have been searching the web and find that the sigma 70-200 f2.8 is a good substitute for the canon. Its half the price but does not have IS. I dont think that would matter to much anyways as the shutter speed would fast to shoot fast bikes anyways.
I know harvey norman have one for sale so I nipped up for a look at it in the flesh. Its really heavy. But feels fantastic. Has a real professional feel to it.
They also have the canon 70-200 is f4 up there and they let me use it on my 1000d around the shop. It was much lighter but the slower speed may be an issue on an over cast day or in a dark forest.I have seen the sigma 70-200 f2.8 new on the net for 580 pounds .
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Sigma-APO-70-200mm-f-2-8-II-APO-EX-DG-HSM-Macro-Canon-/320567486154?pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_CameraAccessories_CameraLensesFilters_JN&hash=item4aa34fa6ca#ht_2989wt_1139″ onclick=”window.open(this.href);return false;
I have 500 euro saved so I have a small bit to go. I will post the results when i get it.Thanks very much for the reply’s lads.
Im still letting the camera do all the work, still just point and shoot bursts really at the mo, I must learn how to use it properly, as in the slower shutter speed and panning to blur the backround. Some class shots above. Im defiantly hooked on bike racing photography. I got a few at the dragracing last weekend, all comments/criticizes? welcome…
how should I have taken this so the fencing would have not been visible?? (outta focus grey verticals lines)
(All taken with a 75-300 mm ultrasonic canon lens on ‘sports’ mode)the one of deccie with the fence lines is not to hard to avoid,
you need to get as close to mesh as possible so as when you focus on bike it usually doesnt show up the fence.
ps thats me in orange hi-vis behind white and blue gixer :)
how should I have taken this so the fencing would have not been visible?? (outta focus grey verticals lines)
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