Moving subjects are a challenge to photograph, especially if you are using a point & shoot camera or your phone. You need plenty of light and a quick exposure to freeze the movement for a sharp image. Check your camera's Scene options for settings such as Sports, Kids & Pets or similar descriptive titles.
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| Barrel racers captured with Sports mode |
These modes adjust the camera's controls for fast shutter speeds and often continuous drive. Continuous drive causes the camera to make a series of pictures as long as you hold down the shutter button. Taking several frames per second increases your odds of recording the moment of peak action.
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| A series of frames captured with Continuous Drive |
Learn how to take better action photos and other basic digital camera techniques in an afternoon session of
Digital Camera Basics on March 21, 2018, in Frenchtown, Montana.
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