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Techniques to show movement in dynamic ways

Depending on your project, stylistic additions can be helpful to create specific and sometimes even emotional atmospheres. Explore a range of new stylistic devices by moving the camera through different techniques. For capturing dance scenes or photographing a ball in action, for example, this procedure will offer new abstract points of view. Also, dynamic sports scenes can be captured with a clear focus on the subject, whether it’s a player, a racing car or the ball.

To achieve full control over the gear, the shutter priority mode needs to be deactivated. All movement styles are controlled through this mode but different effects can be created with individual settings. Various shutter speeds will lead to different results – why not try out different angles, settings and perspectives to create unique images?

Depending on your aim, the subject will need to be in focus. Common techniques such as panning create a good balance between blurriness and a sharp subject. Apply lines in the background to directly control the viewer’s gaze and use out-of-focus elements to control the visual language of the photo.

But instead of just freezing the action and showing every detail in sharpness, discover the effects of a slower shutter speed. Choosing not to seek pin-sharp focus can lead to outstanding abstract results. A extra positive aspect is that shooting in low-light situations is no longer a challenge. Due to the long exposure, the camera will still capture enough light for well-exposed photos. Dark environments with limited light sources offer the opportunity to find creative subject matter and capture unexpected compositions.