HS BBall

[Sauk]

Well after taking a long time off to get over burn out from shooting so much, I now begin the bball season.

The gym I shot at does not allow flash so I used the 7D to it's max :)

I shot a few videos during the game as well, very addicting lol I never thought I would like it, but it was actually quite fun.

http://801images.com/2009/11/25/riverton-silverwolves-vs-hillcrest-huskies/

You can read about the game and my settings there plus view the video I shot (it is not great lol)

1
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2555/4133266399_34b5140da9.jpg

2
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2501/4134010948_cd0e48d495.jpg

3
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2644/4134009522_a047ba995e.jpg

4
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2585/4133247481_5f35317c0e.jpg

5
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2525/4133104383_ef08d717dc.jpg

6
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2784/4133104163_26e1ae0448.jpg

[nicmo]

Some very nice images Matt!

[Big K]

Nice shots. I really like #4. Very cool effect. I am off to your site to see your video.

[Sauk]

thanks Aaron and Kevin...Dont be too harsh on the video lol It is a raw video with zero post done to it.

But yes I have officially addicted to video on a camera!

[Big K]

I hear ya!! I am addicted to the video with my 5D Mk II. Most of my recreational reading lately has been about the multitude of accessories you can get for stabilization. It is crazy addictive and am seriously considering liquidating some still gear to get more into it.

Did you shoot your video with the 70-200? If you did, I am impressed. I find trying to both zoom and manually focus is very difficult and even more so at f/2.8 when the subject is close.

[MJPhotos24]

Darn kids and your toys with video - waiting for the IV for that ;)

Why wouldn't they let you strobe? Looks like an easy gym to strobe to - just a school rule?

Looks good Matt, though personally don't like 4 cuz of the pompoms in front of her face - would be a cool effect if she was doing one of those hands up legs out thingy they do, ha.

[Sauk]

Big K,

That video was with the 135L. I shot another one with the 70-200 while zooming lol That one, not so good :) But it was fun.

The strobe thing is a school/coach. Very very annoying! Hell they don't even allow it for football. The coaches and ad there are idiots (excuse my french).

Trust me I am itching to get my strobes out this year. I just purchased the new 11 incher reflectors from Alien Bees that are for sports but won't get those till next month sometime (ground shipping).

I am going to do 4 strobes on a side this year, then shoot the other part of the game without them. That way I get plenty of shots, but also high quality ones.

[davethejnz]

VERY nice shots. What I like is the total lack of any noise.

I shoot indoor soccer last night with my 7D and a 85mm 1.8 iso 3200 and iso 6400. The noise was deafening.

You mention "pushing in post" . What exactly do you mean ?? any other noise reduction used ??
any other tips for shooting in that type of environment ??

PS the gym I shot in has REALLY poor lighting

[Sauk]

David,

By pushing I mean I still had to adjust the exposure by almost a stop in post processing (LR2). Unfortunate that always add more noise then if I had been able to expose properly

I used Noise Ninja for noise.

Only tip is to get the exposure right lol If you can't because you are falling below a certain shutter speed (1/400th for me) then just do what you can.

[Dan-o]

Look good Matt. So with the video you have to manual focus? I haven't looked to much into the new video that these cameras are doing but I guess I will when I get a IV.

[RCB]

Nice shots Matt, love the action and the colors. Question for you, how did you set up your AF and how do you compare it to the other cameras you have owned.

[Sauk]

Dan,

Yeah manual focus when using the video mode.

Robert,

I love all of the af possibilities of the camera. I would say the AF is as good as the Mark II, Mark IIN. it is pretty solid even in that really bad light

[dawiyo]

Glad to see you got a 7D Matt for this bball season. I look forward to more shots with it.

[MikeFairbanks]

When I saw these picture I thought "Idaho" or something, but it's Utah. Close enough.

Can tell it's not Georgia basketball.

[RCB]

Thanks for the reply Matt. It seems that a large group of shooters feel the same way. I wonder how that zone af will work out in the end.

I have not toyed with the video yet but that is my next thing to do with the camera, only shot a couple of minutes so far. I have seen some great 7D videos but they usually come from video pros that have a wealth of experience. I need to pick up a wider angle lens to really get started.

[Sauk]

Mike,

Yeah it sucks shooting just white people (and I mean white people) during bball season. Skin tones suck for basketball especially towards the end of the season.

Robert,

Yeah I can't wait to try it with a wide angle lens. I think it would be easier to focus that way, and get solid action.

The videos are really nice, and I was one of those saying what the heck do I want video for! lol Turns out it is a nice feature to have in a camera. I am or will never be a professional at video, but to me it is good enough

[pantherphotos]

Well, this answers my question as to why you got rid of your 1D MkIIN...I bet that 7D is nice! I'm just breaking in my 1D2 after having a 50D. Loved your shots, so nice and clean!

[Sibil]

I love all of the af possibilities of the camera. I would say the AF is as good as the Mark II, Mark IIN. it is pretty solid even in that really bad light

I wish you hadn't said that :cry:

[Big K]

Yeah I can't wait to try it with a wide angle lens. I think it would be easier to focus that way, and get solid action.

Wide angle really helps a bunch. I have been using my 24 f/1.4 and 16-35 f/2.8 and find they both work very well for video.

The biggest plus is the increased DOF which makes up for my inability to accurately focus by looking at a LCD.

[Zivnuska]

Nice series. Good to see you back!

[VinnyC01]

Wow Matt, I cannot tell you how impressed i am with the 7D's ability to capture light. 1, 2, and 6 would easily pass for strobed if I was not told otherwise. Nice and sharp, great whites.

I can can that I was bit put-off that I had to go to your blog to see the settings. I was glad I did. I want to only strobe hockey and wrestling this year, not Hoops. So your 7D examples really inspired me. I was hoping to peek at the EXIF or simply the basic setting here.

But then I saw the sports video and you reaffirmed my guess on how that would be. (1) quality for internet rebroadcast is great. Focus will be sporadic when shot at floor level. That's sad news, but one I expected.

Pretty good set for your 1st hop on the ole saddle. Looking forward to more.

[Sauk]

Sorry about not posting my settings, in future postings I won't make people visit the site to see that. :)

I will only post the link to the site if I shoot a video of the game at times.

You can view exif on all images by going to my flickr page (link is in my signature)

[canonnoob]

look good matt... something to note, and this may just be my resolution, but they look over sharpened.. i see some artifacts in most of the photos. just aheads up..

You sad that football is over?