Panning Motorbike Race

[ebaattwood]

Hi, this is my first post, so I hope I get this right!

I have been asked by a couple of friends of mine to take photos of them racing their motorbikes. They love the pics but I would like a more "professional" opinion too.

If anyone can give me any advice/tips on panning etc., and any areas where you can see I might be able to improve, whether it be technique or technical points, it would be much appreciated!!



Camera: Nikon D90
Lens: Nikkor 55-200mm VR
Aperature: f14
Speed: 1/60
ISO: 200
Focal length: 180mm

[B..]

Here's one idea.

Generally, it's important to leave 'space' for a moving subject to move into. But motorcyclists (not so) secretly rejoice in their speed. So maybe leave even more 'space' that they've left behind them in their dust.

[JGennuso]

I think this is a great shot. Nice and clear...nice motion. Good job.

[ebaattwood]

Originally Posted by B..

Here's one idea.

Generally, it's important to leave 'space' for a moving subject to move into. But motorcyclists (not so) secretly rejoice in their speed. So maybe leave even more 'space' that they've left behind them in their dust.

Hi,
Thats actually a very good point - I hadnt thought of that!
Thanks!!

[barabe]

your panning seems right on to me, nice capture. I like the previous comment to leave space behind to see dust.

[gavingoh]

Hi,
I like doing panning shots and just recently done a few on Bike as well but not racing. Fell free to share with you. http://gavingoh.wordpress.com/2009/0...stombike-show/
I'm taking the point as well from this post, leaving "space" which I had not thought of that Cheers.

Originally Posted by ebaattwood

Hi,
Thats actually a very good point - I hadnt thought of that!
Thanks!!