by Sports Photo101 | Jul 26, 2018 | Blog, Featured
The Sony α6000, at the time of this writing is about 4.5 years old. Why would I test a camera that is considered old by today’s standards? There are aspiring sports photographers who have a basic camera/lens setup that is adequate for taking photos but are...
by Sports Photo101 | May 9, 2018 | Blog
Swim meets are something I wished I could shoot more. They are a beehive of activity, often times crowded and you have to pay attention. You could easily take a wrong step and end up in the pool with your equipment in tow. The last meet I shot not only had water...
by Sports Photo101 | Apr 5, 2018 | Blog
Here are a few thoughts I have about shooting from behind home plate. These work for both softball and baseball. When shooting from behind home plate, which has a fence that protects us common folk from injury, you place the end of your lens as close to the fence as...
by Sports Photo101 | Feb 21, 2018 | Blog
When you purchased a lens, it probably came with a lens hood. If it didn’t, it is a good idea to get one that is made for your lens. They come in many shapes and sizes such as Petal, used for prime lenses, and Cylindrical, used mostly with telephoto lenses....
by Sports Photo101 | Feb 9, 2018 | Blog
You are at a sporting event and have taken several hundred photos. Now, you know not all of them are going to be keepers but, you expect to see some amazing shots. Because, after all, you are an amazing sports photographer. You import your photos into your favorite...
