40D + 70-200mm f/4.0 USM IS @ the Aussie Rules [Take Two]

[Jaysee&Dali]

Hi all,

I recently posted 40D + 70-200mm f/4.0 USM IS @ the Aussie Rules and very much appreciated the response that I got.

A few told me that I should try and crop closer.

Well, the grand final between Newcastle City and Cardiff Hawks was on last Saturday so I decided to go down and have another attempt.

I have to say, the AI servo on the 40D absolutely rocks. Admittedly, you need a bit skill to get that focus point on the subject and keep it there - but once it's locked on, the camera + lens produces beautifully sharp shots!

As usual, EXIF data should be intact.

Any C&C would be a appreciated! :grin:

#1 - Why the grimace?

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3146/2881925406_8f5152c69c_o.jpg

#2 - "Um, I'm gunna miss this"

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3179/2881089953_c3b1ca6485_o.jpg

#3 - Lens Envy [Brock Perks - local professional photographer]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3150/2881089569_503ab116e4_o.jpg

#4 - So close, yet so far

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3075/2881923878_7888484fb0_o.jpg

#5 - "Up There Cazaly I"

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3275/2881923324_f954bf69d1_o.jpg

#6 - "Up There Cazaly II"

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3180/2881922826_a510f17d1f_o.jpg

#7 - "Up There Cazaly III"

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3108/2881087817_86466df982_o.jpg


cheers,

J&D

[mikeassk]

incredible sharpness! Great action!
Nice work.
Images seem a tad bright on my monitor...

[khall]

Spot on focus, good action, colour could be a wee bit blown out.

[rovers_Andy]

Hi JD.

Great shots, maybe still try to crop a little tighter, 7 you could completley crop the guy running into the frame on the right. Maybe try to think a little bit more about the background.

I really like the facial expressions and the detail you've picked out on the guy going for the ball in 2. Really nice and sharp images