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Today's consumer-level SLR cameras provide you with more control over the settings than professional cameras made just a few years ago -- thus allowing you to be more effective in shooting sports. That flexibility is crucial in helping you cope with the challenges of sports and action photography. You'll learn:
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Customer Comments:"Of all the instruction and training I've received over the years, I thought this was one of the best, if not the best, instructional DVDs I've ever seen. Doug Jensen has really set the bar. Every aspect of it was extremely well done - scripting, structure, use of stills and video, video camera work (I'm a video producer myself, so I paid particular attention to that) audio (often a weak point in DVDs) and the use of graphics (I really liked the 'through the viewfinder' parts - where sports action video is shown framed in a SLR viewfinder) - even the glossary was helpful in reviewing terms and also the explanation of the digital photo histogram. Plus, it was loaded with tons of practical tips and advice - the kind of things that a really experienced photographer tells you one-on-one, when they want to help you out. For someone like me who is transitioning from a film 35mm SLR to digital SLR - it was really helpful to clarify the concept of EV (Exposure Value) and the interplay of ISO, shutter and aperture. Yeah, I knew what they were - but to see the relationship "in action" and how it changes from shutter priority to aperture priority (depending on the shot) really reinforced the concepts. If you buy only one resource for digital sports photography - this should be it. It has a permanent place in my DVD reference library." "I am an amateur photographer who shoots mostly high school sports. This video was very easy to follow, with great narration from the author. He specifically does not use equipment that is out of reach for the beginner/intermediate photographer. Every picture used in the video was taken with equipment that is relatively affordable. This is a good video for a serious, but amateur, photographer. It does not provide highly technical solutions for more advanced photography. I have watched the video numerous times, usually with my camera bag in my lap, to try the different settings and suggestions as the narrator goes through each section. As the title would suggest, this is a video focused ONLY on sports photography." "This is a very well done presentation. A tightly narrated, no-nonsense overview of the topic. If you're the kind of person who's come the realization that point-and-shoot cameras are worthless for shooting sports photography regardless of how many megapixels they have, and are looking at moving up to a DSLR to start taking some decent pictures, this video is perfect for you. It's interesting and very easy to understand. It will assist you both with equipment (including selection) and technique." "This is a very nice video on taking sports photography. Doug Jensen does his thing at a very nice pace and makes sure all that are watching understands what he is saying. I really enjoyed it and would recommend it to any amateur photography wanting to understand the basics for taking sports photography." "I own a Cannon Digital rebel XTI. I was looking for something to help me shoot my kids sporting events. This CD was excellent! Terms and settings are explained in simple laymen's terms. I highly recommend this!" "Absolutely the best guide for parents. I have many books about digital sports photography and they don't even come close to this DVD in regard to practical application. The title of this DVD is so on target. It is 'simple' to use the settings suggested and it pays off immediately. This is an excellent DVD and well worth the cost. (I wish the same people made one about digital portrait photography.) To ALL Parents of Athletes: BUY THIS DVD. Only buy the books if you want to go into professional sports photography." "New to shooting sports with a SLR? This is your best raining tool. I'm new to using an SLR and this DVD was the perfect training video. This video tells you what equipment you need, how to set it up, where to position yourself, and how to shoot for the best results. With my new camera and this information, I immediately was able to produce good shots during basketball and baseball games. Well worth the money." "I've just begun taking sports photos with a digital SLR camera, an Olympus E-500. I've done all sorts of experimenting with ISO, white balance, shutter and aperture settings, sometimes with good results, but generally inconsistent. The specific, helpful hints given in this video are most helpful. I like the detailed, but not overly technical explanations of ISO, aperture, and shutter speeds. And the short bits at the end, discussing how to photograph specific sports from football to cheerleading to basketball, are ideally aimed at individual needs. More experienced photographers may find little to help them, but for beginners like me, this is a very valuable DVD!" "I don’t usually write back to comment on training material but I thought I would on this occasion. I have been involved in some manner or another in photography/video for the last twenty years in both the private sector and education. The information on the DVD that I ordered from you has got to be hands down the best I have ! ever seen. If this DVD doesn't make you want to go out and photograph the world --- sell your equipment on E-Bay and move on. Very cool stuff." "I received the video and I am very very pleased. The DVD is top notch. The instruction is clear, just the right amount of information, and I learned a lot that will help me. I am shooting a mountain bike race in May; before this have mostly done horses, cats, wildlife (including bears, whales etc in Alaska) and some landscape photography. This was more helpful than the photography workshop I attended. And - I was an instructor for over seventeen years so I can be critical of less than good instruction. Also, we purchased another photography DVD and let me tell you, it is not in the league as yours. We've watched your DVD at least three times. And we went out shooting sports twice (basketball and bicyclists) and used the techniques and got some pretty good shots. I made some mistakes for sure, but I know what I did wrong." "Great tips for novices and advanced prosumer alike. This video gives straight forward and useful information on shooting digital photography in various sports settings. I found it very useful." "Terrific. Teaching photography I have seen quite a few how-to videos, and this one is the best so far. It is well thought-out and produced. It takes the view point of an amateur photographer (Mom and/or Dad photographing the kids playing various sports), but has many concepts that could just as easily apply to professionals. Equipment wise he does expect a digital SLR with a minimum of a 200mm lens. Sorry no point-and-shoots allowed. Otherwise I would highly recommend this video!
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