{"id":73528,"date":"2020-03-17T18:42:39","date_gmt":"2020-03-17T09:42:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fujifilmnxtc.wpenginepowered.com\/stories\/top-tips-for-panning-action\/"},"modified":"2024-05-02T04:15:42","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T19:15:42","slug":"intermediate-month-3-motion-12-panning","status":"publish","type":"story","link":"https:\/\/www.fujifilm-x.com\/en-us\/stories\/intermediate-month-3-motion-12-panning\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips for Panning Action"},"content":{"rendered":"

Give your action images some dynamic energy by learning how to make a panning shot \u2013 it’s easy and we’ll show you how…<\/h2>\n

Freezing action is a great way of capturing something rarely seen by the naked eye. That perfectly frozen athlete, for example, can show facial expressions and muscle tone that we would ordinarily miss as spectators. But such an approach doesn\u2019t always truly convey speed or movement. That\u2019s where panning comes in. This technique involves moving your camera to match the movement of the subject and it can deliver dynamic images which emphasize speed. Here\u2019s how to get the best results.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Find the Right Position<\/h3>\n

Panning is typically associated with motorsport or other fast-moving subjects, but you can build up your skills on something more sedate like a runner or cyclist if you prefer. One of the keys to success, however, is finding the right place to stand and this should ideally be in a location where the subject remains at a constant distance from you as it passes. So, position yourself on a straight, rather than a corner, for example. You should also check what\u2019s in the background. If you\u2019re at a race track, avoid locations where there are marshals wearing luminous jackets, for example. Now, choose your lens. Fit one which leaves some space around the subject, but not too much.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n