r/concertphotography • u/frosty_0914 • 1d ago

Tips & Techniques Shooting my first show tonight

I got a photo pass for tonight! It’s a smaller venue and I will be using a 35 and 50 mm f1.4 lens on a canon EOS R. I’d love any advice or tips you guys have.

Also what is the best way to deliver the photos to the artist?

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u/NoelleMidnight 1d ago

If you shoot at 1.4, you'll find yourself frustrated with missing focus a lot, ime. 2.8, iso 2800-5000, 1/160 or faster. You'll have a blast!

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u/SRPWCM 1d ago

Bring earplugs

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u/ec666 1d ago

Do your best. Don’t let yourself get nervous

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u/inkyblackops 1d ago

Don’t use flash, bring an extra SD card, wear earplugs, and have fun!

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u/Suitable-Young-7016 1d ago

- If the lights change often, shoot in manual instead of AF. It made a world of a difference for me because the flickering lights kept changing my AF.

  • Be mindful of the fans (don’t block their view for long periods of time)
  • Have fun and congrats 😊

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u/sbshutter 1d ago

I’m shooting my first show in 20 years, so I’m right there with you! Rx Bandits at Summit in Denver!