CPP Sports and Action Photography 2

Question 1

When photographing an indoor basketball game under artificial gymnasium lighting, which camera setting adjustment is most critical?

Accepted Answer

Setting white balance to match the artificial lights

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Reducing resolution to speed up write times

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Enabling in-camera HDR

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Using a polarizing filter

Question 2

A photographer uses a 400mm f/2.8 lens to shoot a night football game. What is the primary advantage of the f/2.8 maximum aperture?

Accepted Answer

It allows faster shutter speeds in low light to freeze action

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It increases depth of field to keep the entire field in focus

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It reduces lens distortion at the field edges

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It eliminates the need for image stabilization

Question 3

In sports photography, what is the 'zone focusing' technique?

Accepted Answer

Pre-focusing on a specific distance where the action will occur

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Assigning different AF zones to each player on the field

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Using the camera's zone metering for exposure

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Selecting a focus zone equal to the depth of field

Question 4

Which image stabilization mode is most appropriate when panning with a fast-moving subject?

Accepted Answer

Mode optimized for panning (corrects vertical movement only)

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Stabilization off to avoid hunting

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Full stabilization with motion detection

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Electronic stabilization with crop factor applied

Question 5

What is a key consideration when selecting a shooting position for sports photography?

Accepted Answer

Anticipating where peak action will occur and positioning for clean backgrounds

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Always choosing the highest elevation to see the entire field

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Staying in the press box for maximum safety

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Shooting from behind the athletes for dramatic depth

Question 6

During a swimming event with strong overhead tungsten lights reflecting off the water, the photographer notices blown highlights on the water surface. What is the best corrective action?

Accepted Answer

Reduce exposure compensation by -1 to -2 EV

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Switch to spot metering on the swimmer

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Apply positive exposure compensation to open shadows

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Use a circular polarizing filter to eliminate reflections

Question 7

For a professional sports photographer, what is the main purpose of using a monopod rather than a tripod?

Accepted Answer

Monopods allow fast repositioning while still supporting heavy telephoto lenses

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Monopods provide superior stability for long exposures

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Monopods prevent camera shake better than tripods

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Monopods are required by most sports venue credential policies