Sports Photography
At first glance, the Digilux 2 does not appear to be a
camera well suited to sports/action photography. As
we set out to create this guide, we quickly discovered
that the short shutter delay, fast auto focus, and
optical performance all contribute towards the ability
to capture very well defined images of even the most
fleeting moments.
Based on these experiences, we have outlined some ef-
fective baseline settings to help you get started. With
these starting points as a guide, you may experiment
with your own configurations as the possibilities are
almost endless.
Basic sports photography
When creating images of sports, the option of using the
raw file format while possible, is not preferable due to
the increased storage times between captures. This
makes your initial camera settings critical as those set-
tings will be permanently processed into the resulting
JPEG image files.
•Set the camera to JPEG mode, best quality
•Set the Shutter Speed dial to a 1/500th to 1/2000th
of a second
•Set the Aperture ring to the A position.
•Set the Focus ring to the AF position
Composition tips:
When composing your subject, practice filling the
frame by zooming in as far as possible. This serves two
practical functions: you will be using the full resolving
power of the camera’s sensor, and you’ll be able to
zoom out as your subject comes closer to the camera.
Try to keep the subject centered in the frame as you
follow the action so the auto focus will have a higher
probability of tracking the subject.
When shooting fast moving subjects, it is easier to pho-
tograph the action coming towards the camera, than it
is to capture subjects passing across the field of view.
While you may pan along with the action, your chances
of catching the action will be diminished. For most
sports action shots, using this technique, you should
be able to capture three images in a sequence: A
telephoto image from a distance, a medium telephoto
image as the subject nears the camera, and possibly
a third wide angle image as the subject passes the
camera. Using this method your chances of capturing a
satisfying image will be greatly improved.
Advanced sports photography
Taking the process to the next level is as much about
knowing the sport than the particular camera settings.
Base your approach to camera parameters on the feel-
ing you wish to convey. It takes a lot of experimenta-
tion to find the right mix, but most users of the Digilux
2 made the purchase decision based on just this type
of photographic challenge.
Some general tips to follow:
•To freeze action, set the shutter speed between
1/500th sec. to 1/2000th sec. leaving the Aperture ring
on “A”
•To explore motion blur effects, set the shutter speed
between 1/30thsec. To 1/8th sec. leaving the Aperture
ring on “A”
•Use the Spot AF function to help track fast moving
subjects in the center of the frame
•Combine the built-in flash to help freeze action, or to
enhance the subject definition when using slow shut-
ter speeds. You may also try the second curtain sync
option.
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