Some photo hints.

[Kendog]

Hey guys, I have been to one track day with the camera (350d with kit 70-300 lense) and loved it. I am also really interested in getting motion blur shots.

This is an example from that day, some others are here.
Settings were F8.0, ISO100, Shutter 1/125, focal length 85mm, auto focus (most of that doesn't mean much to me, lol). I was reading the manual on the field and changing settings as I went, using the preview to see if I was getting the bike in focus. Is there anything there that could be done different/better?

Also, I had a go at some post processing to add mood to one of the photos I like, this was my second go at black and white processing, the first go is my profile picture. Any tips on this would also be appreciated.

Cheers

[oldguy]

Only just stumbled across this thread, cheers for the tips BD, mate that helps heaps.
Now trouble is my bloody camera decides to die, F**Kn Canon 350D first the LCD dies, then the bloody thing wont turn on now. and to top it of the warranty has run out.

cheers again for the tips, hopefully I get me camera sorted befor Xmas, know how slow canon can be.

[Big Dave]

But geez you're looking well Old Guy.

[Big Dave]

Publication quality Kendog. No tips necessary.

[kiwifruit]

Mint thread, great advice thanks BD

[Kendog]

Publication quality Kendog. No tips necessary.

Wow thanks Dave, you have made my day.

[Finn]

400 lens is a PITA to carry on a bike and you need a monopod for best results too.
Even minor shake - unless it's 2000th+ second stuff is a hassle at that max focal length.

I get by with a 200 (and photoshop skill.)

Thanks. Would a 200 be sufficient on a golf course?

I have a monopod and I'm not being funny.

[NZsarge]

Another from DC.....

Damn, thats a nice photo.

[Drunken Monkey]

Is a Sigma okay? Recommendations?

Some people still say why bother getting a decent canon only to spoil it with a sigma lense. I'm not so sure that's true anymore. I think most people wouldn't know the difference under good lighting conditions anyway.

Post #10 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...1&postcount=10) illustrates another important point: Taking the photo is sometimes only half the job. Your 'digital studio' can be just as important.

Thanks. Would a 200 be sufficient on a golf course?

I have a monopod and I'm not being funny.

70-300 is a very versatile lens kit for the 40D. (http://photo.net/equipment/canon/70-300do/)

[NordieBoy]

Hey guys, I have been to one track day with the camera (350d with kit 70-300 lense) and loved it. I am also really interested in getting motion blur shots.

They are sweet.
The only problems you'll have with the kit lens are in the 3/4 pans where it's slower picking up the focus than the "L" or "EX" series lenses with USM/HSM.

It'll do a good shot given time to focus, as you've shown.
With the side-on pans the focus distance dosn't change as much.

Depending on the light, change the ISO to keep the aperture around 8-11 for the 3/4 shots to keep as much of the bike in focus as possible.
Side-on and you can have it wide open and get some nice background blur.

Kart tracks are good places to practice pans

[NordieBoy]

70-300 is a very versatile lens kit for the 40D. (http://photo.net/equipment/canon/70-300do/)

But that one costs a fortune like all the DO range and not so good for motorsports but nice and light for travelling

[mynameis]

I just picked up a Canon 40D with a EFS 17-85 lens. I want a 100 - 400 telephoto lens but the pricks are asking $3000. They must be joking.

Is a Sigma okay? Recommendations?

Hey Finn,

Take some pictures of the De Plane and stick it up here.

[Finn]

Hey Finn,

Take some pictures of the De Plane and stick it up here.

Sure, when I figure out how to turn it on.

[Sanx]

Post-editing with PhotoShop is bloody useful sometimes

[Big Dave]

Post-editing with PhotoShop is bloody useful sometimes

Some photogs get a bit sanctimonious about it too.