Soccer Photos of the Week
The fall soccer season is in the final few weekends. Between the cold and windy fields and the sun going down early, soccer photography is not for the weak! Those 4pm games can be very challenging to shoot as the lighting conditions change by the minute.
Pick #1
Description
Balance and Determination! Sometimes the camera captures a passing moment in time that happens so quickly that most spectators miss. This pick is one of those moments. Notice the total concentration on the ball and balance on the right toe.
Shooting Conditions
Camera model: Canon EOS 40D
Lens: Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
Focal length: 235 mm
Exposure: 1/1600 at f/5.6
Exposure mode: Manual
ISO speed: ISO 400
Metering mode: Spot
Pick #2
Description
Another shot with great concentration! I can’t remember whether this header was coming or going but it was a good one. This was one of those late afternoon with dwindling, harsh light.
Shooting Conditions
Camera model: Canon EOS 40D
Lens: Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
Focal length: 105 mm
Exposure: 1/1000 at f/5.6
Exposure mode: Manual
ISO speed: ISO 1000
Metering mode: Spot
Pick #3
Description
Ok, maybe I have a little parental pride in this pick! This is my son scoring in the 55th minute (60 minute games) to seal the victory of a nail biter game. Stars won 2-0 in a well fought game.
Shooting Conditions
Camera model: Canon EOS 40D
Lens: Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS USM
Focal length: 135 mm
Exposure: 1/1250 at f/5.6
Exposure mode: Manual
ISO speed: ISO 400
Metering mode: Spot