Looking for a camera to be able to take sports shots at kids soccer and softball games...will I be able to zoom in and follow action?
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it depends how fast are the kids? This really zooms pretty fast however zoom and focus on moving object difficult for experts. Does better than my last two cameras tho
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This camera has a powerfull zoom and has also a steady image mechanism, plus, you can take several pictures in one click. It's also very appropriate for non-professionals, since the focus is automatic and works pretty well, you can also customize the programs the camera software has, you only need to spend some time reading the manual to be able to take awesome pictures.Buy it also with a large memory card - 16 Gb or 32Gb Class10 cards are affordable and recommended for high resolution pictures and HD movies.I think this camera is a strong choice for non-professionals (professionals should go DSLR).Cheers! This camera has a powerfull zoom and has also a steady image mechanism, plus, you can take several pictures in one click. It's also very appropriate for non-professionals, since the focus is automatic and works pretty well, you can also customize the programs the camera software has, you only need to spend some time reading the manual to be able to take awesome pictures.Buy it also with a large memory card - 16 Gb or 32Gb Class10 cards are affordable and recommended for high resolution pictures and HD movies.I think this camera is a strong choice for... » Read More This camera has a powerfull zoom and has also a steady image mechanism, plus, you can take several pictures in one click. It's also very appropriate for non-professionals, since the focus is automatic and works pretty well, you can also customize the programs the camera software has, you only need to spend some time reading the manual to be able to take awesome pictures.Buy it also with a large memory card - 16 Gb or 32Gb Class10 cards are affordable and recommended for high resolution pictures and HD movies.I think this camera is a strong choice for non-professionals (professionals should go DSLR).Cheers! « Show Less
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This camera does not have a "sports" setting. It does have a "burst" setting for continuous shooting when you hold down the shutter button, but it is not real fast. If you are taking single shots, its not too bad, especially outdoors.
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I just want a camera with high speed to take pics of the grandkids? Any suggestions. i don't need fancy just faster than they are. LOL
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I have not but if this is your main reason for the camera I would not get this one. I noticed it does not have a sports setting. Also it depends on the environment you are shooting in, bright outdoors it will probably be okay but it has a small lens and sensor so i would not want to use it indoors. Also distance is important...closer the better.
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The camera does well for both because there are specific camera settings (night/low light and sports/action). I took great shots at our bonfire the other night and the sports/action setting takes multiple shots per second. I have never been disappointed with this camera.
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Would this work well for recording athletic events - higher speed action shots?
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As long as you read the manual on how to capture these motion pictures, you will be able to get great shots. I just took a picture of my daughter running with her hair flying behind her! Love it!
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Hi.I think that if you are looking for a point and shot like that, it is better to buy a DSLR entry level and consider buying a lens zoom, at the same time or when you can. You will appreciate my advice.
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I love this lens for cross country, track as well as basketball games. It is more of a midrange lens but it takes fabulous photos. If you are thinking football, soccer or any other similar range photos the answer is a definite yes. On occasion I do use a 75-300 at times because I want to catch more expression and less full body shots.
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I do lots of video, soccer, baseball, I use a Lexar pro 64gb sdxc 10, no problems.
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I am a sports photographer and I have this camera. The SL1 will work just fine for sports, however, you will need to pair it with a Better lens. Ideal choice would be the canon 70-200 f2.8 but that will cost you more than the camera unless you can find an in expensive used one. But that wapplies to any DSLR you would buy
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I would say there is probably too much zoom if you wanted to used it exclusively for football. My uncle uses canon image stabilized binos for football games which might be easier to use depending on where you sit. I do loves these binos and would purchase them again in a second.
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Yes, the zoom and picture quality are great features to have when shooting sports photography. It also has a feature where the camera anticipates the photograph to eliminate blur. I've used it for basketball and bowling (in low-light conditions) and it works great.
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This camera is amazing! The zoom is fantastic! I can take pictures from across a large room, outdoors, or anywhere and be able to have all the zoom I need. It is great for school functions! It would be perfect for taking pictures of gymnasts and cheerleaders. The only thing is if they are moving a lot. Just like any camera the picture could turn out blurry if there's a lot of movement. There could be a setting on the camera for that, but I have not looked into that. It takes great pictures and video also.
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Yes. I used it for a soccer game with a Canon T3i (600D) and got some good results. The lens focuses fast, and the zoom is more than enough to get some good shots. I've since gotten the Canon 7D mark II, and it is even faster and better at focusing. Here's the Flickr album from the soccer game: https://www.flickr.com/photos/epi_ren/sets/72157647438740175/
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Yes, this is a great camera for anything outside of sports photography. The frame rate is not the best out their but I shoot wedding and portraits with my DF with no issue.
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The camera is very good but I have never tried it with sports. I use it only for domestic photos. Regarding the lens pack I felt it was useful for me.