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Some sound advice for Sports Photographers - part 2 of 1 2

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What Equipment to Use

Digital SLR cameras have given the sports photographer a huge advantage over using film. Due to the vast capacity of memory cards as apposed to say 35mm film and the editing facilities then then the photographer can shoot away capturing thousands of images.

It is essential that your camera has the facility to change lenses as you will require long telephoto lenses to get close to the action.

Different sports require different lens lengths, and a zoom telephoto is obvious advantage.

Lens speed is also a critical factor, while the faster the lens the more expensive it will be it will yield far better results, essential especially if you wish to sell or enter in competition the results of your work

Virtually all digital cameras are autofocus, while this is good in many circumstances it may also prove a disadvantage if the camera is 'hunting' while trying to focus.  So a good clear pentaprism is essential and a manual focus option in order that you can control the camera.

Electronic flash is of little use in field sports as it will over-expose the foreground, using the  available light with a high ISO setting on the camera will have positive advantages.

Other items of equipment for you to consider are tripod an/or monopod, remote triggers a stool for you to sit on and a sturdy camera bag.

But most important of all is enjoy your sport and get some great pictures.

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