Originally posted by radman Great advice in this thread - I am going to try some different things based on others comments.
Here is what I have been trying to do with the faster aperture...I usually stay at f2.8.
I try to get my subject/player in focus and get the others in the foreground and background as out of focus as possible.
My feeling is that it emphasizes the action and the "active" player.
Not to steal the thread - but instead to expand it....what are your thoughts?
Thanks,
radman
Radman, I can't argue with success - your shots look great.
For me, it's a matter of probability. If I shoot a subject 40 yards away at 200mm and f/8, I have nearly 12 yards of depth of field to work with. If I go for f/2.8, I only have 1 yard of DOF, and it's more likely I will miss the shot. But no doubt, when you nail it, it's a great result.