How to photograph aircraft AVIATION PHOTOGRAPHY

[@messedupfmj]

That Osprey shot at 11:35 is worth the price of admission. Wow!

[@nathanwright5863]

After visiting RAF Lakenheath multiple times as a total photography novice and only using my phone, I’ve bitten the bullet and bought my first DSLR and THIS one video will be my bible until I can master great shots of fast jets! Thank you Gary!

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Nathan xx

[@TheInvisibleOrange26]

I’m going to photograph an air show In September and this is absolutely gold information

[@GaryGough]

Hope you have a good one 👍👍

[@Cameraobsura3]

Is this the one in Amarillo with the B-29? Because if it is I’m doing the same thing!!

[@charanice4775]

This is the best video I could find in 2023 on photographing aircraft.

[@johnbeavin9170]

Living in New Zealand I have no show of visiting the mach loop, however, you have convinced me that I have no need to wish for a high shutter speed camera, my G2 with 4fps is adequate, even for birds. Another great video, thanks.

[@MarkosVicioso]

My pictures of aviation photography improved a lot after watching this video, thank you.

[@EdwardForty]

I am planning to go up there very soon and have passed through a couple of weeks ago but I was touring on my motorcycle. I like to go up to RAF Valley first, stop a night or two then come down and stop off at the Mach Loop. On this trip, I pulled into the layby at the bottom and suddenly somebody shouts " there are two F15's coming! " It was just an incredible experience and the noise :). The jets came round and did another pass. I think that you are just great to watch and your tips are just exactly what I want; no all the way round the "Wrekin" and back again. Many thanks for all the advice about actually going there and how to do it; brilliant!

[@tahtawi1659]

The amount of useful information in this video is countless. Thank you very much for your wonderful effort

[@GaryGough]

You're welcome, thank you 👍👍

[@shaungoddard8417]

Gary, thank you so much for producing & sharing this video. The advice provided is greatly appreciated. I have not yet had the confidence, knowledge to photograph moving objects & always had doubts about the camera settings. The way you explain & show is great so thanks again. I will certainly be trying out your recommendations albeit with my 18-200 lens

[@andrewlunn]

Great video - some stunning images

[@GaryGough]

Many thanks! 👍👍

[@carlhildred8329]

Hi, I tried your recommendation’s, best photos at an air show yet, thanks Gary

[@GaryGough]

That's great news Carl. You owe me a pint now 😉

[@AMc-9]

Got a new lens for DSLR , I'm a novice and this is by far the best guide I've seen , thanks!

[@gary.kenyon]

As always a great watch with stunning photos. Very informative too. Thanks Gary.

[@FoxbatSqn120th]

The last one about story telling... You are so damn right. *it hit close to home. I always zoom max in to get every detail of the plane (like i will use them for models or something) But i find my pictures rather boring because yes i got a stunning picture close up of the F-16's and such but the landscape are gone. So in other words my pictures dont tell a story which is a shame now i think of it even more. So thank you!

[@timrosenburgh9485]

Great video as usual Gary. You explained all the very helpful tips so that even the beginner could understand. Awesome image's of the aircraft.

[@davidsewell4239]

Absolutely brilliant tutorial. Very well presented with excellent and accurate explanations of appropriate camera settings. If I may be so bold, I'd just like to offer an additional snippet of advice regarding panning. Panning, in conjunction with a slow(ish)shutter speed, is the best way to photograph fast moving subjects for reasons that Gary has adequately explained. However, it takes practice - a LOT of practice - to get it right. Most newcomers to the art have a tendency to push hard and fast onto the shutter button and then slow down on panning which usually results in photos that look like they were taken with the camera mounted on a pogo stick. Utterly useless and disappointing. Shutter buttons have two functions. The first light press on the button activates the camera's systems such as autofocus etc. Continue to press and the shutter will release. It's a two-stage affair and must be carried out smoothly and gently. That's one issue taken care of. Another, (and equally important requirement) is to keep panning at a continuous speed whilst shooting and you should start panning with your subject in the frame with first pressure on the shutter button before taking up the final pressure and releasing the shutter whilst continuing to pan at a smooth and constant rate. And don't stop panning on your final shot - keep panning for a second or two afterwards to ensure a smooth transition out of your shooting sequence. It's a bit like golf. You don't stop your swing the moment you hit the ball - you follow through, and panning is no different. Another tip I have found to be really useful is to keep both eyes open whilst panning. One eye focuses on the subject in the frame, whilst the other views your peripheral surroundings. This can avoid your best shot being one of the back of the head of someone who might be standing in front of you as you can see where you're going with your panning. If you're brand new to panning, I would suggest attending a motorcycle or fast car track day. You can get plenty of practice in similar circumstances before heading to the Mach Loop and possibly being disappointed with your results. Sorry for hijacking your post Gary. Your photography is awesome!

[@dustyboat8802]

Great videos Gary.. thanks for some awesome tips... love your passion. And love your photos. The four Hercules flying through are quite fantastic!

[@cliveingram9840]

Absolutely top notch video - top to bottom in plain easy to understand English. Again you have inspired me to ‘give it a go’.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Clive 👍👍

[@davidlg271]

I just recently retired and I have been an "AUTO" photographer just about all my life. A friend told me if I want to be a real photographer that need move the dial from "A" to "M". It has been fun yet frustrating at the same time. But I have been pleased with my progress! Your video has simplified so much when it comes to photos! Thank you so much explaining thinks in a understandable way. On the east side of town we have a military base and the west side of town has an airport. I am so ready for the 2024 airshow season!!!

[@davidpatterson6623]

Hey Gary, I live near the Blue Angels' home base in Pensacola, FL. Your tip about having the filter on the lens to remove the cockpit glare is something I've heard but need to remember to put it on prior to the show starting. Thanks for all of the tips!

[@samirshah5411]

I just went to the local airshow here in Homestead, Florida and shot with the R5 and RF 100-400 MM. This has been the most useful video for pointers. In hindsight, I realized my settings were incorrect, and I will be better prepared for the next airshow, thanks so much!

[@jayaprakashkbalan]

A newbie here learning a lesson from the master 🙏

[@EdwardForty]

I have just been up on Cad East and did two days (30-31/07/24. It was incredible weather and on the first day, just amazing! There was maybe 10 or more passes by Hawks and Texans, 1 Typhoon, 1 A400M Airbus, 2 USAF F35's on a high pass then 4 USAF F35's came in together and did 2 passes! Such a great day and like you say Gary, a great memory! Thank you so much for all your videos and information; brilliant!

[@javm2825]

One of the other tips that I live by is that for handheld or photography where you are moving quickly (Monopod)(I shoot a lot of Motorcycle racing) setting shutter priority and making your shutter speed an inverse of your max zoom this avoids you blurring due to an unstable platform. So for example if you put your 150-500 lens on, then set your shutter to 1/500th As you get more stable you can start to cut into the speed a little but it is a good starting place.

[@alexelley6283]

A good easy to follow instructional video, shows you do not need to purchase expensive equipment. thank you for sharing.

[@RM831BC4E4]

Always so informative and such a simplistic easy to understand way of helping people understand functionality. Always admire your vlogs and photography work. Legend GGx

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Richie 👍👍

[@RM831BC4E4]

@@GaryGough No problem

[@frazerwiggins5616]

Thanks

[@GaryGough]

Very kind of you, THANK YOU xx

[@pete292]

Thank you, as a budding photographer with all the gear and no idea I find your channel very informative and easy to follow, just now trying to put them into practice.

[@garybrown5769]

Man’s evident Photography is safe place , class video and I pretend of now what I’m doing!! Cheers for the tips - subbed

[@GaryGough]

Thank you 👍👍

[@davidrennolds969]

I learnt more watching your video than any other on the same subject!!!!. Many thanks.

[@oleran4569]

I've just gotten my 1st DSLR and your video came at a great time! Thank You for presenting this! New Subscriber.

[@GaryGough]

You're welcome, thank you xx

[@metebasarbaypinar157]

I loved how you said "less is better, less is more" at the exact moment it should be said. Means so much! Thanks a lot.

[@joaowesleywenceslau7157]

This is the best tips about aviation photography indeed!! Amazing video!!

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍👍

[@RickMentore]

My favorite image was @17:05. Always learn sometime watching a GG post, thanks! Wish we had a mac loop here in New York!

[@vparry1]

Hi Gary. I'm new to your channel - no idea how it's escaped me! - but I loved the couple I've just watched, fantastic stuff. I've just replaced my Canon 60D (and lenses) with an R6II and just been in touch with a fellow aviation/photography enthusiast re: a long-overdue visit to the Mach Loop. Given that it's a long way from home (I'm in Surrey) so I can't really go all that way and not get it right so both of your videos were very timely. Thanks again. And I've just subscribed so I'm looking forward to more of your stunning work.

[@GaryGough]

Very kind, cheers. I shoot mainly Landscape though. A few Mach Loop videos to come though 👍👍

[@599miata]

Super good tips Gary and nice photos.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍

[@followthetrawler]

Thanks for taking the time to share this Gary. I've been shooting aircraft with varying success for years and this taught me a thing or two to change.

[@GaryGough]

Glad to help 👍👍

[@markdavies217]

First time viewer of your channel Gary, found it very interesting and subscribed. Thank you

[@GaryGough]

Welcome aboard! thank you 👍👍

[@Avijit12345]

Awesome Video sir nice information about plane and jet photography ....................💯💯💪💪

[@stephenknox558]

I enjoyed this video, packed solid with sound info & advice.

[@GaryGough]

Glad it was helpful! 👍👍

[@davidct2406]

Great advice backed up with stunning shots. Got to be the best video I’ve seen on KZbin covering this type of photography. Subscribed in a heartbeat. Thank you.

[@GaryGough]

Very kind David, cheers xx

[@davidct2406]

Well after watching your videos more than once and the excellent advice given, I still never thought I could get shots like yours. But what do you know, I did, well at least far better than I could have hoped for. Armed with my Canon R6ii and the 100-500 lens and a day at RIAT 2024, I was so happy with the pictures (albeit some open sky ones too), actually seeing the pilots close up in their cockpits in full flight was so pleasing and bumping the speed up to 1/2000 sec gave the best results when they came straight past. Thanks again for your advice Gary.

[@richardbrown3434]

Really helpful video Gary, great advice.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Rich 👍👍

[@callumzakward8588]

I have a half decent camera and spend yesterday at the airport taking pictures. I wish I watched this video before! Brilliant advice can’t wait to get back out with the camera and apply my newfound knowledge. 👍

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Callum 👍👍

[@Jeff-jg7jh]

In my opinion, one of, if not the best. Believe it or not, I have never once used S mode but this lesson has opened my eyes. I like jets and motion, so I will heed Gary's advice. I know that shots of prop planes need adjustment so as to get the prop to blur a little so it looks like it's "live" and moving. If it's "frozen" then the plane should fall out of the sky. Just because I have never used S mode doesn't mean I haven't tweaked the camera a little.

[@carlosm9323]

You are a great teacher, thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience. Regards from Canada.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Carlos

[@F1Onboards.]

I really needed to have seen this video before yesterday

[@Thecrazyenginechannel-nt6uc]

Thank you for these valuable tips. I would have forgotten about the longer exposure for propeller machines. What do you think to use the automatic program "Sport" of the camera to make this kind of plane shots (at least for beginners)?

[@GaryGough]

Great idea for beginners. Shutter speed priority with ISO set to auto is better though.

[@Thecrazyenginechannel-nt6uc]

@@GaryGough Will do so. As I grew up with analogue photographie, I was a bit shy of high ISO on digitial devices. There is indeed no reason and nothing compared to the analogue ISO 400 with its "grain" size

[@tahapnnrmpa9945]

This video was Great, I learned a lot from it , and I also enjoyed watching it, it's really beautiful I hope you work on uploading videos like this I am also a big fan of the aviation world 😊❤

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍

[@englishfoodie_uk]

Brilliant video, i cannot wait to get to the loop and give it a go. After 30 years of photography i am apprehensive but am really looking forward to it. Moving out my comfort zone into the big wide world.

[@vincentwang4848]

Thank you for your sharing Mr.Gary,It's very clear.Can't wait to parctice in an air show

[@GaryGough]

Thank you 👍👍

[@colnago6501]

Superb video Gary. Just what I needed to watch.

[@AlbertD711]

Outstanding video. I have an air show in 2 weeks and this will be a tremendous help. I have subscribed and will look at your previous videos and new content. Thank you

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Albert. Have a great Air Show 👍👍

[@RAMBLE_ON]

Enjoyed your video. For many years was going to star wars canyon. great memories. Sadly its over 3 years now since it has been shut down to low level training following the crash. I hope to make it out to the mach loop next year.

[@GaryGough]

I didn't realise they've stopped flying through the canyon. What a bummer! 😒

[@RAMBLE_ON]

Dont think it will ever reopen. It used to be a great show, I mean "training" every day@@GaryGough

[@videoluvr2]

Thank you very much Gary for creating this video and sharing your knowledge with us. I will take the advice for sure. I love photographing military jets and going to the airport and capturing commercial jets landing and taking off. Your advice will help me immensely. I wish you much success.

[@tmarkandy]

Really liked this video, well presented and genuinely helpful.

[@craigfeltham3318]

Brilliant Gary 👌🏼👌🏼 I love aircraft and also enjoy the panning technique

[@DavidDrage]

Terrific video, very useful Gary, thank you!

[@GaryGough]

Cheers David 👍

[@trashpandamanda]

Wow this video is amazing!!! I’m new to plane spotting and aviation photography and gathered so much useful information from this!! Thank you!!

[@tectoramia-sz1lu]

Fantastic advice Gary. I'd love to be able to go to the loop, but it's not going to happen. It's an age and health issue with me, other than living too far away in Essex. I have to make do with aircraft coming into Southend Airport for airshows at Clacton and on the South Coast. I also do a lot of wildlife photography, which is the next best thing...... Thanks for the video

[@GaryGough]

Sorry to hear 😢 Thanks for the kind words though 👍👍

[@peterdovey5182]

Sound advice as always Gary, delivered in a very enjoyable way. Many thanks.

[@SeanE1978]

Excellent video thank you! Been struggling with results lately and this has given me some great tips to try out 😎📷 ✈️

[@gkrausphoto]

Perfect video!👍👍 I have an air show to go to this weekend!👏

[@ivanstevens]

Some great advice Gary.

[@michaelshekianphotography6378]

so many good tips, so well said most 17 minute videos bore me, this one was fantastic-I have an airshow this week and will use your info. ty again

[@vincentspratling365]

Fantastic video Gary

[@GaryGough]

Many thanks 👍👍

[@frazerwiggins5616]

This has been super helpful , starting out basic , with a Nikon D3500

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍

[@Optikification]

I am so happy you mentioned setting the ISO to auto. I hear so many people tell me not to when I am out shooting BIF photos. The so called professionals don't use ISO auto ;-) My Cannon 80d blows at high ISO. >400 = noise.

[@colinjones8656]

Fantastic tutorial Gary I really enjoyed it. Also, the images were stunning, thumbs up from me 👍.

[@johnearl2303]

Great video, very formative not just for photographing aircraft but for taking photos in general, keep up the good work.

[@DaveJonescruise]

Great Video and some fantastic tips especially the AIServo and spot metering, your videos are always informative so thank you and keep them coming, take care.

[@michaelsaltsman7550]

brilliant tutorial love your videos

[@philbaker3540]

great videos gary

[@arthurdong758]

hi,Gray thanks a lot.I will try 200 or 125 .it is great idea for me.thanks again.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Arthur 👍

[@pathogan4854]

Great video Gary thank you !

[@robbieallcock]

Brilliant Gary! Enjoyed meeting you recently and thanks for the tips & laughs 🫡 ✈️

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Robbie 😁😁 Hopefully I'll see you again 👍👍

[@colinjohnson3019]

As usual, brilliant explanation of the basics.

[@johndoherty6448]

Thank you so much for this video, Gary. Shocking helpful, to be sure. The lense choice tip was most instructive as was the "nasal hair" one. Dublin Airport here I come and Mach Loop next Spring !!

[@GaryGough]

Cheers John 👍

[@martinhughes8037]

Thank you, great advice , diolch.

[@GaryGough]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Ianf1x]

Wow fantastic vid full of top tips and years of experience. 👍👍

[@rainbowfeet58]

Thanks Gary for a brilliant video on this subject. Extremely useful tips and brilliant explanations. Loved the images as an RAF veteran, brought back very happy memories and the excitement of aircraft 👍

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍👍 An old vet here too :) Joined in 79 and did 12 years

[@rainbowfeet58]

@@GaryGough lol I joined in 83 and did 7 years

[@ksnmurthy4476]

Awesome Gary. A very useful tutorial. Thanks 👏🏽👍🤩

[@kylemarriott8082]

Great tips Gary, thanks for taking the time to create such a factual video! I’m going to the Mach Loop on Monday for a few days so extremely excited to take some shots and as a novice this video is calming my nerves about being able to take good photos, the worse thing I fear is missing them! Think I’ll prioritise shutter speed mode for sure

[@mikebaginy8731]

Great advice you've given. I enjoy using a monopod with loosened ball head at air shows.

[@rayfuller7704]

Great video with some excellent tips!

[@shaggy.patches]

Fantastic tips! I am a hobbyist who loves to photograph military aircraft, specifically at air shows over here in the states. I was curious about your thoughts on using a monopod and ball head. I tend to take one with me simply to give my arm a fighting chance with the 150-600mm lens I always use as it is very heavy and the shows tend to be the entire day. I think this weekend when I head to a show, I will try panning from my hips and see if there's a good position I can be in to still utilize the monopod for the sheer weight of the lens, especially if fully extended to 600mm. Thanks for the great video, you've provided me with a wonderful jumping off point for this weekend's festivities.

[@GaryGough]

Monopods are great for taking the weight off your arms and shoulders but they can limit your movement.

[@2626stephen]

WOW some crazy cracking shots and helpful tips. Thanks 👍

[@patpathinayake3586]

One of the BEST videos I have seen on capturing fast-moving aircraft. Thank you, Gary. Thumbs up and subscribed.

[@davidcunnane4296]

Gary - thanks for the great tips, useful for beginners and more experienced as well. I also use manual and auto-ISO for my wildlife photography efforts.

[@stephennorris2524]

Excellent video.

[@surlycrosscheck1]

On my bucket list of places to shoot. Absolutely awesome. How does it work? Do you just park on the road and hike up the hill?

[@GaryGough]

Yep. All the info and more here... www.shootsmart.co.uk/mach-loop/

[@surlycrosscheck1]

@@GaryGough cheers! 👍

[@danshrubb9647]

Great video. Really liked the way it wasn't over explain. Thank you

[@Room6photography]

Brilliant video and explanations. I'm off to Manchester Airport tomorrow and wanted tips for the settings etc.

[@clarkbarrow6750]

Your information is excellent and can be applied to so many circumstances where objects are moving. You presented some very nice photos of the aircraft also. Well done!

[@c.alcazar2584]

Thank you for the tips, beautiful photographs.....

[@Hayl3yRides]

Thanks so much for this video this weekend I’m going to the pacific airshow and it’s gonna be my first airshow I have gone to photograph I’m so excited I’m glad I watched this thanks for the advice

[@davidwilliams4839]

Awesome video with lots of good tips.

[@browniepinoy]

Aloha from Hawaii! New subscriber here. Awesome video. Thanks for sharing your tips.

[@peterlooper7956]

Fantastic, many thanks

[@bamsemh1]

Wish you were able to see this before I panic tomorrow morning 😅 planning to get F35 passing by at 10 am tomorrow. I have mft camera with 100-400mm lens. 200-800mm fullframe. It think it will pass me about 200-400 meter from my position. 1/320 is my slowest speed for my current mode. Should I try panning, or just go safe instead? First time I'm going to shoot fighter jets. And only have 1 passing by.

[@GaryGough]

Nobody knows how many aircraft will fly through the loop. You might even draw a blank. Watch this video for more info… kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWSxhGZ5j9plhcksi=X5bvxD9n1UKe7Hfo

[@bamsemh1]

​@@GaryGoughit's only 1 F35 airplane. I'm on Bornholm, Denmark 🇩🇰 so sadly not in your magical landscape 😬 it's just a 2 hour flight around Denmark, to show off our new "toy". Hopefully I will get something 🤞💪 the sunlight should be behind'ish me 😊

[@SteveZodiac777]

Great video & fantastic shots!