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how to get good concert photos (alien.top)

submitted 1 year ago by Klauslee@alien.top to c/photography@viewfinder.pro

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I've been taking photos at concerts lately and have been getting good shots but I'm not getting great shots if that makes sense.

I use a sony 7IV with a tamron 28-75 and a 70-200. Usually I shoot 1/200, usually auto iso, and then lowest aperature.

I get banding in a lot in photos for some reason and I'm not sure why.
the photos aren't super clear so I'm not sure what to do. is auto enough?
I'll be honest I mainly do auto for lightroom editing but i'm not sure if I could be doing more

any advice is appreciated

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[–] fuckquasi69@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

I second all of this, AI servo is your friend.

Most of concert photography is finding the right angle, there’s lots of lights generally so be aware of how bright they will be in comparison to an otherwise dark scene.

A lot of it is waiting. Pay attention to how people move, if you can anticipate a shot based on the song you’re already a step ahead. It also helps to listen to a bands music beforehand.

Shoot a lot. If there’s a shot you like, fire off a bunch to make sure you’ve got it. When I was learning I had a lot of near misses, better to take 3-4 and get the shot.

Almost all bands will appreciate a pre/post show group shot, if there’s a chance don’t be afraid to ask them for a quick one. It helps to have a location in mind for said shot at the venue, before you ask the band.