I am upgrading my gear in order to take action photos of gymnasts (my kid is now a competitive gymnast). I'd appreciate any suggestions or recommendations on gear ------ but my primary question is: for action sports (such as tumbling and flipping action shots of gymnasts), how much real value will I experience between a 3fps and a 5fps camera?
Here's my current plan/thinking:
- Nikon 85mm f/1.4 fixed lenses for max speed (gyms are indoor and
not lit too well, action is fast, I cannot get real close because of
rope-off, flash is not allowed as it distracts the gymnasts, and
there is usually quite a bit of "dust" in the air from all the chalk).
So, I am going for a top quality, fast lenses. I'll deal with incorrect
zoom through cropping.
- Nikon D80 vs. D200.
The D80 is 3fps and the D200 is 5fps. Is this a real "value" for my
needs?
Also, I've heard the D200 does not have a wireless remote release.
Is this correct? That's a pain...
Any inputs, suggestions, etc... are appreciated!!!
Thanks.
Here's my current plan/thinking:
- Nikon 85mm f/1.4 fixed lenses for max speed (gyms are indoor and
not lit too well, action is fast, I cannot get real close because of
rope-off, flash is not allowed as it distracts the gymnasts, and
there is usually quite a bit of "dust" in the air from all the chalk).
So, I am going for a top quality, fast lenses. I'll deal with incorrect
zoom through cropping.
- Nikon D80 vs. D200.
The D80 is 3fps and the D200 is 5fps. Is this a real "value" for my
needs?
Also, I've heard the D200 does not have a wireless remote release.
Is this correct? That's a pain...
Any inputs, suggestions, etc... are appreciated!!!
Thanks.