The Best Photo You Have Ever Taken! - Page 3

racer-gal · 12 Oct 2006, 17:31 (Ref:1736434)

Quote:

Originally Posted by stefan

here's a link to a bigger version..

http://www.pbase.com/smarjoram/image/47834451/original

no offence but your either brave, or bloomin' bonkers to take a photo in that position.

haha

JBrotbeck · 12 Oct 2006, 17:41 (Ref:1736438)

...or a really good zoom lens.

Awesome picture!

redshoes · 12 Oct 2006, 17:54 (Ref:1736449)

From the EXIF data on the full version link: 40mm 1/4 sec exposure

That's incredibly sharp for a long exposure handheld shot taken under pressure.

Alan Raine · 12 Oct 2006, 18:08 (Ref:1736462)

Superb. I like it because the driver and car are still but the mechanics around it are in motion. The opposite to how you would normally see a picture of a race car. The darkness also helps - Excellent!

Snapperjack · 12 Oct 2006, 18:16 (Ref:1736472)

Quote:

Originally Posted by redshoes

From the EXIF data on the full version link: 40mm 1/4 sec exposure

That's incredibly sharp for a long exposure handheld shot taken under pressure.

Stefan used a tripod. (from a previous post)

CombeMarshal · 12 Oct 2006, 19:08 (Ref:1736502)

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScotsBrutesFan

I love the ghostly effect in the reflection of the train of the guy in the hoodie, who is not visable in the background of the shot (being obscured by the main subject).

Sod that, I like the girl in the foreground!!!!

MrMischief · 12 Oct 2006, 21:31 (Ref:1736628)

Some great pics there guys, I'm no expert photographer but like to dabble a bit, normally found at Knockhill but this is prob my fave pic I've taken (Crail - Straightliners event - I was the only car competing then too

)

Owain Shaw · 12 Oct 2006, 23:39 (Ref:1736690)

Thanks to those who have had kind words to say about both my racing and non-racing photographs, whatever their reasons for liking them ...

Stefan. I've always admired several photographs from that gallery along with others of yours, still do.

stefan · 13 Oct 2006, 10:52 (Ref:1737062)

Thanks for the nice comments about my photo. I hope I don't spoil it by telling the truth behind it.

It was taken the night before the race, during the teams pit stop rehearsals. The car didn't set off

racer-gal · 17 Oct 2006, 18:40 (Ref:1740458)

i really want to put my picture up but i cant do it

whats the URL?

racer-gal

racer-gal · 17 Oct 2006, 19:30 (Ref:1740495)

YAY! at last,

woo for photo bucket!!!! i dont have a proper camera. but i try my best and this is probly my favourite... not my best... but my favourite!!!

racer-gal
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r...stday008CR.jpg

Edited due to size, please check the stickies - MikeHoyer

Guidoh · 17 Oct 2006, 21:15 (Ref:1740620)

Here's a particular favourite of mine from Cadwell Park's British Superbike round in August.

That's Red Bull Honda's Jonathan Rea getting some serious air over Cadwell's infamous Mountain section.

http://www.copeimages.com/Webposts/M...ReaCadwell.jpg

tim-b · 17 Oct 2006, 22:14 (Ref:1740668)

holy *** thats hardcore!

Britcarfan · 17 Oct 2006, 23:44 (Ref:1740723)

This one is probably my favorite so far:

http://rsmp.zenfolio.com/img/p928676409.jpg

A lot of better pics already posted by others though. Hopefully I will get some better ones now I have upgraded from a Nikon D50 to a D200!

Ray.

Edited due to size, please check the stickies - MikeHoyer

racer-gal · 18 Oct 2006, 07:11 (Ref:1740842)

could someone please tell me what the best camera is for motorsport (that i dont have to spend a fortune on)
you see... comparing my picture to peoples that have a proper camera... mine looks rubbish...

racer-gal

zac510 · 18 Oct 2006, 14:31 (Ref:1741228)

Great shots guidoh, stefan, davhut and owain!

Ray, are you going to the Britcar on 4th Nov at Donington? I'm just about to buy a new Canon and it will be my first event out with it. Looking forward to practicing during day and night sessions; I've got a lot to learn. Also, have you cropped your favourite shot in the post above?

thebullet · 18 Oct 2006, 16:26 (Ref:1741359)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guidoh

Here's a particular favourite of mine from Cadwell Park's British Superbike round in August.

That's Red Bull Honda's Jonathan Rea getting some serious air over Cadwell's infamous Mountain section.

http://www.copeimages.com/Webposts/M...ReaCadwell.jpg

I love that photo to its one if my favorites to.

Az · 18 Oct 2006, 16:34 (Ref:1741367)

Quote:

Originally Posted by racer-gal

could someone please tell me what the best camera is for motorsport (that i dont have to spend a fortune on)
you see... comparing my picture to peoples that have a proper camera... mine looks rubbish...

racer-gal

All depends what your budget is

It your feeling pretty flush then a Canon EOS 1D Mk2 with 300mm F2.8 prime should sort you nicely

Might set you back £5k+ though

Digital SLR would be recommended, can pick them up new for about £400.00 now. If would suggest checking out dpreview.com, most helpful.

As for my my own favourite photo I can't really say. I quite like this shot of Nigel Mansell...

http://www.ae-photography.co.uk/wall...0_1024x768.jpg

Guidoh · 18 Oct 2006, 16:37 (Ref:1741375)

Quote:

Originally Posted by racer-gal

could someone please tell me what the best camera is for motorsport (that i dont have to spend a fortune on)
you see... comparing my picture to peoples that have a proper camera... mine looks rubbish...

racer-gal

Hi Racer-gal,

I'd be a bit wary of getting too wrapped up in equipment if you're starting out. At the end of the day if you spend £2k on a body it still doesn't guarantee you good results. You have to know what you're taking and how to take it more importantly than anything else.

Naturally there are aspects that you need to consider over and above your typical 5 megapixel "high street 'snappy' camera" or even camera-phone.

I've heard good reports on Nikon's D200 or Canon's comparable model. Not sure what your budget is, but check out the deals on the web as you can get excellent 'bundle' deals that include a zoom lens, flash etc too ( a zoom will be a minimum requirement for motorsport).

Hope this helps.

Guy

racer-gal · 18 Oct 2006, 20:38 (Ref:1741545)

thanks for the replies.

i want a simple to use camera, that takes a clear picture.... i guess it isnt that simple. haha

i don't want to spend too much on it as I don't have an awful lot of money at the moment. (all of it is going into my brothers racing account, hehe)

racer-gal

Britcarfan · 18 Oct 2006, 21:06 (Ref:1741567)

Quote:

Originally Posted by zac510

Great shots guidoh, stefan, davhut and owain!

Ray, are you going to the Britcar on 4th Nov at Donington? I'm just about to buy a new Canon and it will be my first event out with it. Looking forward to practicing during day and night sessions; I've got a lot to learn. Also, have you cropped your favorite shot in the post above?

Hi. I am hoping to go to the Donington EERC event, but it depends on my work rota. If I do it will be my first EERC event with my new Nikon D200 which was delivered today. The pic wasn't cropped at all. Do you like it?

Ray.

DevilGirl · 19 Oct 2006, 07:28 (Ref:1741841)

Quote:

Originally Posted by racer-gal

thanks for the replies.

i want a simple to use camera, that takes a clear picture.... i guess it isnt that simple. haha

i don't want to spend too much on it as I don't have an awful lot of money at the moment. (all of it is going into my brothers racing account, hehe)

racer-gal

Racer-gal, I have a Pentax ISTD-L, and its a fantastic, easy to use Digital SLR. it cost me about 1400 aussie dollars, which is about £500, but I've noticed that cameras are alot cheaper over here than at home... that was for the full set up too, complete with 1G memory card, camera bag, body and half decent zoom (can't remember how big it is

). It's my first digital and my first SLR, so I think its brilliant!

hope this helps

zac510 · 19 Oct 2006, 10:30 (Ref:1741968)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Britcarfan

Hi. I am hoping to go to the Donington EERC event, but it depends on my work rota. If I do it will be my first EERC event with my new Nikon D200 which was delivered today. The pic wasn't cropped at all. Do you like it?

Yeah good shot, right in frame. A bit more side on might help the impression of speed.
I'll give you a PM closer to the date, see if you want to meet up for a chat.

racer-gal · 19 Oct 2006, 19:47 (Ref:1742391)

Quote:

Originally Posted by DevilGirl

Racer-gal, I have a Pentax ISTD-L, and its a fantastic, easy to use Digital SLR. it cost me about 1400 aussie dollars, which is about £500, but I've noticed that cameras are alot cheaper over here than at home... that was for the full set up too, complete with 1G memory card, camera bag, body and half decent zoom (can't remember how big it is

). It's my first digital and my first SLR, so I think its brilliant!

hope this helps

thanks... looks good! well... i dont want a camera that takes 5 people to hold it... just a nicely size one that doesnt need a pit trolley to transport around

stefan · 20 Oct 2006, 08:39 (Ref:1742819)

A dslr is a must - but don't feel you have to get an expensive one. I got double page spreads in mags using my 300D and kit lens. If you do have a bit of money to play with spend it on the lenses (which you can keep when you upgrade). The bodies are always getting cheaper and better - and lose their value quickly.

Above all - practise. A lot of the photographers here will be able to take a good picture with pretty much anything - because they know the basics of which shutter speed and aperture to use and what makes a good composition etc. Also, post your pictures here and you'll get lots of helpful tips.

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