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My man Teqrah is still alive? I was actually just glancing through your discord a few weeks ago. It's been too long, my man!

Good luck, my man! As these beauty dishes saw much more sessions than when the video was made, they are still rockin' like they were out of the box. Solid choices!

So, this'll only pertain to high school level sports and I am assuming you'll need media passes and such for any collegiate events. For high school events, I contact the athletic director of that school first before taking any sort of reserved slot signups. Once I get the okay from them to attend, I then incorporate the signups. I only had one school out of the many I've photographed at deny me. As long as you are professional about it, they are pretty easy going to grant you access.

GoPro all the way, Flash! I use a GoPro 12 with the Max Lens Mod. The Max Lens Mod allows your orientation to stay the same no matter how much you rotate the camera. It's pretty sweet for content like this where you photograph in portrait and landscape modes but the GoPro stays landscape.

@@FatalOnion very cool!

I am quite excited for the a1ii... Whenever it'll be released that as. I can imagine it'll be quite pricey but I'll certainly be eyeing it up! I could only imagine an A1 combined with the A9iii specs and how incredible of a camera it'd be.

@@FatalOnion I am wondering the price.. 1) A1 will go down for like 1,000 $ (?) 2) option 2: A1 will drop a little or none, and A1 mark II will be HORRIFIC at the price, like 10.000 $ (A1 in my country is literally 8.000 $ equivalent)

@@pentagramyt417 I'm thinking the price of the A1 will stay around the 3-5k range for sure as it is still a powerhouse of camera body if the A1ii will be as good as the rumors say. The a1ii could certainly be near the 10k range. Which my pocket will not be a fan of... 😅 Who knows though, maybe it'll be a little lower with some of these technologies becoming more common and such.

Well, where have you rented from or which place do you think is better to rent from? I am more than happy to try out another place. I just had a great first impression with company as they were the only one I found at the time to rent from in the time frame I needed.

It is pretty slick if I may say. 😎 After watching this video from my perspective, it was weird seeing it myself.

It's more photography related but I am working on it, Jerrichan

I agree he should upload more

Some locations may require to be registered as a business but I didn't need to be for where I photograph. Good question!

An instagram following doesn't determine anything about making money. I use a different instagram page that represents my real business page anyway. If you think a large instagram following means anything about being a photographer, you got quite a lot to learn, my man!

Glad I was able to assist, Alex! Best wishes in your journey!

I’m sorry, Simon! This was a method back in 2016. I could imagine it was fixed after all these years.

You got this! I did make a video about how to shoot track and field. Feel free to check it out if you need some insight. Track is my most covered sport of going on four years. So, I’ve grown to know a bit about covering it. It’s a ton of fun!

@@FatalOnion I ran track in high school and college it’s my favorite sport! I been working in the IT field since 2020 and just haven’t been so intact with the sport as much but I’m feeling the rush all over again looking up times, athletes name and of course getting ready to capture them! Your track and field video is what brought me to your page!! It was very refreshing honestly!

That’s great! I appreciate you strolling through a few of my videos then. I know that exact feeling! Although we aren’t running anymore, you still get those race day emotions while around the track. It certainly is crazy seeing how different run times are when I was in track from 2013-2016… these athletes are fast now a days!

@@FatalOnion getting my photos publish in the washington post! i would say it went great!

@@ItsMarionotluigi What an awesome feat! Definitely something to proud of!

If that’s the mode that works well for you, keep using it! I personally haven’t had an auto sport mode on any of my cameras but was taught early on to shoot manual for learning how the settings work. I still miss my exposure from time to time but it’s a learning process!

Hmm, I forgot all about that wire. Looks like you may have to go hunting for it around the property! I haven’t played this game in awhile. So, I forgot about this spot. I may have to hop on and venture!

Hey, I gotchu! 😎

You gotta do what you gotta do!😅 and it’s one awesome lens. I’m finally dusting it off after sitting throughout the winter sports. Only one softball game under its belt so far. Love the results I’m getting with it!

Did u get to try the 100-400 gm and if so your thoughts vs the 400mm

I haven’t tried that one out yet but have heard good things about it. I think the versatility of it would be great for a lot of bright light, daytime sports. However, it would struggle at night time with the lack of f2.8. So, my ISO would need to be cranked up big time. Plus, the stadiums around my area have terrible lighting. There’s only one school out of the 15 I’ve been to that has sustainable lighting. So, that’s something to factor in if you’re deciding what to buy.

Nothing to update on about this product. It’s been working well with no sign of breaking on me. I do wonder how much the silver interior would change my images but don’t regret going with white. I noticed in other peoples images the silver interiors tend to leave more harsh light on the subject. As I go with a softer, more flattering look, the white interior has my vote. The silver interior could be much more helpful outdoors as it’ll reflect more light. Which, could play a huge role in a decision factor. Thank you for stopping by my videos, Ferdinand!

I post all my photos to an online gallery with Pixieset. You’re able to sell prints and digitals or provide free downloads from the site. I personally like it more than Smugmug, an old online gallery I used to use, as it’s more up to date with UI. If you’re interested in checking it out, I do have a referral link in the description. Otherwise, just go to Pixieset.com. Thank you for stopping by, Justin!

I appreciate you stopping by! I know when I was looking around when I first started, there was only one person discussing it. Thought I could provide some good input with more experience under my belt! 📸

Uh, this isn’t a podcast… 😅

I do apologize for not being able to help you, though. The time of recording this, there was no track and field meets. Plus, I wouldn’t have felt comfortable enough to actually be doing a live rundown of how I am covering the events. I tried to express how to do it the best I could.

A poser? Not at all! I picked up my first camera in 2020. Started off with the Sony a6400. I wanted the best of the best quality. So, I hustled to get the best of the best gear to do the job. The way I see it, the gear is expensive but it’s an investment. It’ll pay itself off overtime and it certainly is. Having the best gear certainly gave me the upper hand in quality on my local competition.

@@FatalOnion okay, I’m sorry for my interpretation. But the (I think) the 400 2.8 is not just for the hobby… my opinion. It’s professional. I have the 200-600 G, but I wished I had yours 😉 I also have the a1 with battery grip and several lenses. Like the 24-70 GM II, 70-200 GM II, 12-24 2.8 GM, 90mm macro, etc. But I also have a Q3 for street photography. I don’t have the guts to make a RUclips video 🥳

Hey, no problem, Vincent! I know I’d probably be turning my head too if I where in your shoes. 😅 pro gear doesn’t define someone as a pro. Which is why I consider myself an amateur as I haven’t had much time in photography like the true professionals. In todays age, the 400 f2.8s have been dropping pretty low with the Sony 300mm dropping. I’ve seen the 400s going for $8500 in fantastic condition. Still a lot of money but certainly doable. Especially, if you sell your 200-600 to go toward it if you’d like to part ways with it. I personally love the lens and the image quality you get out of it paired with the a1 is incredible. No one in my area can replicate the results. If you’re wishing to take a leap and can do it affordably, I’d go for it! I don’t regret my decision on purchasing it last spring. I certainly hurt with cash for awhile but it was worth it. Otherwise, make do with what you got! You got quite the lineup of lenses and that’s something to be proud of.

@@vincentubachs6129 then sell 24-70, 70-200, 200-600 and 12-24 and 90 macro + Q3 and you are going to have 400 mm f2.8.

@@FatalOnion 400 mm f2.8 used in my country is ABSENT. Even if would appear - add 23% tax to that, and it's maybe 2.500 $ than for a new one - boviously I would save for new in that situation..

Very happy I was able to help, Lulu! Hoping the debut goes/went well!

@@FatalOnion It went great! Thank you very much :D

After another couple months of use, these are holding up well. I haven’t used the diffusers as of the one ripping. It’s a tough spot to be in. You think the high price justifies the quality but it’s not always the case. If you pull the trigger, let me know! I’d like to hear your thoughts whenever you receive them.

@@FatalOnion I actually decided to just use the cheap godox I bought last year. It's a pain in the ass to put together but once together I could probably throw it around without hurting it.

And it’s still not enough…

I've been loving the A1 since I saw the results on my first shoot with it. Even sold my A9ii due to the quality this camera gives off. As I am not too keen with other camera brands, I agree this one is certainly up there in the "best" realm. And keep that hope! I've heard they are supposed to release some updates for the body soon... Then again, that's been said for months!

I don’t use back button focus when shooting. I just use the regular shutter focus option. May not be the best idea as I’ve heard a lot of pros using back button focus. Anyway, if you’re focusing on one specific runner, then holding focus on them running down the track would be a good idea. Then, you can get a good sequence of that runner. If you let go of the focus, you may miss that shot you’re aiming for. I know that’s happened to me plenty of times where I let go and it locks on to the track instead of the runners or it locks onto someone in the backfield, etc. you can obviously play around with whichever button focus layout you’d like and judge which method you prefer. I hope that helps answer your question!

Glad I could help, Mary! 😊

And that is awesome you're rockin' the 360 version! For the most part, all Skyrim videos, regardless of which version, should all work the same. I'd love to boot up my 360 save and see all of the loot I've collected over the years!

@@FatalOnion I love retro stuff. It has a flare that others don’t, but the downside are the digital glitches, because I don’t think there’s a way to work out the bugs, is there? ie: yesterday, I bought clothes for an adopted child, gave it to him, and the clothing disappeared. Invisible. Same when I was defeating an enemy, the game glitched, and I swung him, he had a full life bar all of a sudden. Other than those little moments, love old school Skyrim. Any suggestions on those glitches? I’m almost afraid my xbox is about to quit on me, I’d be really sad to lose my saved progress. (That being said, I hope you keep your older videos up, I am still looking through them) cheers 🥂

I gotchu, Robyn! 😎

Hey Andres, I haven’t done anything with it yet as I feel it’s probably past warranty and I forgot about it. If you’re handy with a needle and thread, it could be an easy fix. For all I know, it could’ve been user error or just a one off but it still is slightly frustrating having a torn item on the first use.

You just said it! Especially for an expensive item in comparison with other brands like Godox @@FatalOnion

If you opt with a different brand, I'd like to hear your thoughts whenever you get the item!@

Of course! I appreciate you tuning in.

You're welcome, Billy!

Awesome, Monty! Glad it still works after all this time!

Happy to assist, Nehemiah!

Hello Luis! When I first started out, I never really "created" a type of business. I didn't want to overwhelm myself with the business side of things at the start with forming a legitimate business if photography never went anywhere. Now that I am closing in on my first full year of photography work, I am highly considering forming an LLC over me technically being a sole proprietor as my business is earning much more than when I first started out. Hope that helps!

7 years ago💀

​@@HayatIbrahim-no2nk hmmm

Is that debt from your equipment or overall? I built up a lot of debt myself for buying my gear but it certainly is paying itself off this year. So, it's great to see the return on investment!

Huh?

I don’t know the exact time frame but they should respond. I’ve had them respond on me but it was a little while later. Not sure if it’s based on in game days or a certain timeframe.

@@FatalOnion ok good to know the blscksmitj has a lot of stuff

@kujojotaro4579 indeed! That’s one of my hot spots whenever I’m looking for smithing loot.

Hello Leo! 1. You should get approval from the Athletic Director for photographing the school's sporting event. If you photograph football or any sport from a team's sideline, its a good idea to ask the coach as well if you are able to sit on their sideline. In my area, every school I've asked other than one has given me the okay to cover events at their school. The other school was in a contract with a different photographer. 2. I am typically as close I can be to the action as possible. For football, I am right on the sideline. Basketball, I am right on the edge of the court. Same for volleyball and any other sport. As mentioned above, it doesn't hurt to ask for approval from the coaches if you'd like to stay on their sideline. 3. School photographers aren't present at most of my schools I photograph at as our budgets aren't like schools in bigger areas. There are yearbook photographers around from time to time. When they are, we both respect each other and try to stay out of each other's ways. I've only had a bad interaction when I first started off, a yearbook photographer got upset at me for getting in his shot. I thought he was going to get me kicked out of the event. When there is a special event going on like homecoming, parents night, senior night, etc. and someone is hired specifically to capture those moments like the walkout, stand still for a photo, and a group photo, I usually put my camera down and let the person hired cover those moments. I don't want to steal the spotlight from them when that is their job. The only time I will photograph someone in this moment is if it's one of my Athlete Coverage/focused athlete signups. Hope that helps, Leo! Thank you for stopping by the video.