Pool Shots, how to do it? - DPChallenge Forums

02/17/2004 04:19:31 PM · #1

Hi everyone,
I have a friend who is a competitive swimmer, and I'd like to get some shots of him doing what he does best--swimming. But everyone here says that pool shots are extremely difficult, and I've never done any before, so does anyone have any tips on it? Thank you very much.

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM

02/17/2004 04:48:54 PM · #2

Please reply, I need to know. Thanks!

Ecce_Signum

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

02/17/2004 04:53:52 PM · #3

Sorry Christie I thought you meant pool as in 9 ball. I've never tried it but Doug took a fine shot and his settings are on the page - maybe give those a whirl?

02/17/2004 05:07:38 PM · #4

Sorry for not being specific...Thanks for the help, though!

Spanish_Grease

Olympus C-4000Z

02/17/2004 05:57:55 PM · #5

Hey Christie!

I myself am a competitive swimmer, and have taken pictures and have had pictures taken of me at the pool. The key to pool shots are a high ISO, which unfortunately I don't believe your camera can do. Secondly, if you can find it, many pools have a lot of windows, any built in the last few years will. Natural light is by far the best too use. Flash is the best option to aid you, as long as your friend isn't racing at a meet (flash isn't allowed do to flash being used at the start for the timers). What I would suggest is get your friend, go to a pool that either you or he knows has windows that will allow lots of natural light in, get your friend to get in the water, and snap away! That way he'll be expecting the flash, and you'll be able to have more oppurtunity to take shots!

If you need more help feel free to PM me or something!

Lee