Soccer

[Bobobird]

Someone wanted to know how the 150mm/2.8 Macro lens would do in sports, soccer specifically, and off I went to get some shots.

Overall it was up to it though I had to twist the focus ring a bit after having focused on something close and then immediately to infinity. But for dedicated sports work, I personally would not recommend it.

Also took along my long neglected 70-300 and it proved much more versatile.

First time taking soccer shots so you have obviously seen better.

Just thought I would share the experience.

150mm/2.8
1. 150 is too long, legs got cut off.


2. Seems better a bit further off


3. Again better further off


70-300L
4. Much better (and certainly prettier)


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[Maritimer1]

Looks like a nice set of shots. Love the angle of the last one

[Bobobird]

Thanks Myra.

Next time (if ever) will cut down the aperture to get more of the players into focus.