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could fill the frame with Joe Montana as he fades back for a pass. When using telephoto lenses, it's best to steady the camera as much as possi- ble. or use a tripod. The drawback of a telephoto lens is its fixed focal length. For the greatest overall versatility at the game. you can use zoom lenses. Today·s autofocus zoom lenses give you unparalleled convenience in a compact and lightweight design. They're available in focal lengths from wide angle to short telephoto (28 - 80mm). midrange (80-200mm), or long telephoto (100-300mm). A cou- ple of these in your bag will give you incredible focal length coverage. You could shoot the entire winning play with wide angle group shots, mid- range action shots. and closeup full- frame shots. All without leaving your seat 1 But here is some real news in sports photography. A major manufacturer's recent advancements in photo tech- nology have created a computer-con- trolled 35mm autofocus SLR camera that uses motorized autozoom lenses. This remarkable camera/lens combi- nation eliminate the need for manual lens adjustments by automatically zooming to an ideal picture composi- tion the instant the camera is brought to your eye I The eye-start operation and autozoom functions save pre- cious seconds and allow you to cap- ture a split-second expression or play that might otherwise be missed. If the possibilities of instant picture composition seem amazing, add to that the creative flexibility of camera- programming software cards' Available as optional accessories, one particular card programs the camera to select the highest shutter speed possible for each shot, to freeze sports and other fast action without a blur. With this kind of unparalleled com- puter-powered performance now offered in AF SLRs, sports action will be easier than ever to capture in all its glory. And when you think about it, this means you can now get the kind of expert results that used to be limit- ed only to professionals.

What's the difference between a good sports photo and an outstanding sports photo? Most often, it's the equipment. Today 's sophisticated camera technology can capture the thrill of sports action like never before, but choosing the right lens or accessory can make all the difference in the world. For a 35mm autofocus SLR camera, there are four major types of lenses: normal, wide angle, telephoto, and zoom. A 50mm normal lens sees just about the same as your eyes see, with little difference in magnification. For general photography it's great, but for

sports action you need more versatility. A wide angle lens takes in a much greater field of view. A 24mm. 28mm. or 35mm lens is essential if you·re working in tight quarters and want to photograph the whole team. Wide angle lenses are also ideal for land- scape and scenic photography. A telephoto lens of 200mm or 300mm has a high magnification and is great for pulling in closeups from a distance. It lets you isolate your sub- ject and provides an additional benefit - a shallow depth of field which can render a distracting background as a soft blur. With a telephoto lens. you

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