Getting the most out of D200 for action

CookieS

Well I got a D200 as my Backup, needed the larger files for work. but I cant say i like the IQ over my D70s or my d2Hs. i have seen others with stunning shots. so Im wondering if i need to change something. I have heard someone speak of 'focus priority and RELEASE priority. can anyone exand on this.

Randy smugmug , If youre outhere.......can you help with specific setting that work for you with sports/action shooting? Im using a Nikon 80-200 f2.8 lens.

ziggy53

CookieS wrote:

Well I got a D200 as my Backup, needed the larger files for work. but I cant say i like the IQ over my D70s or my d2Hs. i have seen others with stunning shots. so Im wondering if i need to change something. I have heard someone speak of 'focus priority and RELEASE priority. can anyone exand on this.

Randy smugmug , If youre outhere.......can you help with specific setting that work for you with sports/action shooting? Im using a Nikon 80-200 f2.8 lens.

Release Priority vs. Focus Priority (Custom Settings a1 and a2)
http://www.nikonians.org/nikon/d200_multi-cam_af/nikon_d200_multi-cam1000_review_2.html

For an explanation of the D200 AF section:
http://www.nikonians.org/nikon/d200_multi-cam_af/

For a quick tuneup on all things D200, read all the related articles here:
http://www.nikonians.org/nikon/

Be sure to grab a copy of the settings spreadsheet here:
http://www.nikonians.org/forums/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=149&topic_id=22300


Once you understand the D200, go to this Sports Illustrated page and translate settings from the D2X to the D200.
http://www.siphoto.com/?nikonD2X.inc

jwear

well done Ziggy ,you left nothing to be said I looked in every one but nothing yet on the 300 ,this is a great starting point and then you fine tune to your own style

CookieS

Wow, thanks for the quick help. ill get on those right now and see what makes any improvment. What great guys you all are here !