Play Ball!!!

[Steve Foss]

The main advantage I can see is that you're not locking in the focus and exposure at the same time. Instead, you're operating them independently of each other. I'm thinking a person could uses the shutter button to lock in exposure and then use the back button to set the focus, which would be real handy if it's an almost white bird in a leafed out tree. You could set the exposure on the green leaves and then focus on the subject. I'm assuming it would work this way.

Yep, that's one scenario. They are all worth trying. And I don't mean trying for a few minutes or a single burst, but for a month or two of intense shooting. Exhaust the options your camera offers and arrive at your best choice.

[bassNspear]

wow, these are photos you are never going to forget

Roberts Park?

[mmeyer]

Bassnspear, it's actually Linden Park by the Rec Center. And, you're right, this is his first year of baseball and I'm very proud of the way he's doing. I'm not a baseball nut, it actually bores me to tears some times, but I love to watch him play. I still remember my first year of baseball some 30 years ago, I hope these pics help him do the same!

[bassNspear]

ahhh ok. Ya, like i said, these are the times you will never forget. You will look back at these photos one hes in high school known where he started the game of baseball and see how far he has came

[dockothebay]

Great shots Mike - you and your son will appreciate them so much as he grows - and that time goes so quickly!

On another note - thanks for "hosting" the back button focusing discussion on your thread. I've read about it a number of times and took a class this spring where it was highly recommended but not actually "taught" - I've been wanting to try, but haven't been able to find a clear explanation. I know that Dan talked about it in a thread some time ago, but haven't had time to look for it. Now, when I have a few extra minutes, I think I have a clearer explanation and will be able to give it a try. Another tool!!

Thanks again - and have fun at all those baseball games this summer!

[The Darth Baiter]

the last one is excellent great job!

[Birdsong]

On another note - thanks for "hosting" the back button focusing discussion on your thread. I've read about it a number of times and took a class this spring where it was highly recommended but not actually "taught" - I've been wanting to try, but haven't been able to find a clear explanation. I know that Dan talked about it in a thread some time ago, but haven't had time to look for it. Now, when I have a few extra minutes, I think I have a clearer explanation and will be able to give it a try. Another tool!!

I second that! Printed and filed.

[MN Shutterbug]

I went out last evening to practice, but couldn't find anything to practice on. I saw more skimmers than birds. Where the heck does all the wildlife go when it gets hot? Up north?

[Steve Foss]

Where the heck does all the wildlife go when it gets hot? Up north?

In the shade, just like the rest of us.