Here are some tips on photographing AFL sports in JPEG with a Canon R3 and sending the photos to AFL media during the game with a laptop and FTP:
- Use high-speed continuous shooting mode: Set your camera to high-speed continuous shooting mode to capture a burst of shots during action-packed moments in the game. This will increase your chances of getting a great shot.
- Use a fast shutter speed: Use a fast shutter speed to freeze the action and avoid motion blur. A shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher is recommended for shooting sports.
- Use a wide aperture: Use a wide aperture to create a shallow depth of field and isolate your subject from the background. This will give your photos a professional look.
- Shoot in JPEG format: Shooting in JPEG format allows you to capture and transfer images quickly during the game. This is essential if you want to deliver your images live to AFL media.
- Connect to the internet and use FTP: Connect your laptop to the internet and use FTP (File Transfer Protocol) to upload your photos to AFL media during the game. Make sure you have a reliable internet connection and know the login details and server address for the FTP.
- Edit and crop your images: Before sending your images to AFL media, edit and crop them to ensure they are of the highest quality. Use Adobe Lightroom or a similar editing software to make adjustments.
- Send the images as soon as possible: Send your images to AFL media as soon as possible to ensure they can be used in news coverage and social media posts during the game.
- Keep backup copies of your images: Make sure you keep backup copies of your images in case of any technical issues or lost files during the transfer process.