All effects

Freeze movement

Sharp action

A very short exposure catches a moment before it can move. The faster the subject, the faster the shutter has to be.

How to get it

  1. 1

    Use a fast shutter speed: 1/500s for children, 1/1000s or faster for sport.

  2. 2

    A fast shutter lets in less light, so open the aperture and let ISO rise.

  3. 3

    Use continuous autofocus so the camera keeps up with the subject.

Example settings

Shutter speed1/500 – 1/1000 s
Aperturef/2.8 – f/5.6
ISOAuto — adjust to your exposure
FocusContinuous (AF-C / AI Servo)