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Canon EOS R6 — Settings for Sports Photography
Here are the recommended camera settings for sports photography with the Canon EOS R6. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.
Recommended Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| ISO | 400–3200 |
| Aperture | f/2.8 – f/5.6 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/500s – 1/2000s |
| White Balance | Auto |
| Focus Mode | Continuous AF (AF-C), Tracking |
These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Canon EOS R6 and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.
Camera-Specific Tips
- Use the electronic viewfinder (EVF) to take advantage of the live histogram feature, which helps you assess exposure in real-time. This ensures that your images are neither too dark nor too bright.
- The Canon EOS R6 has a fully articulating touchscreen, which makes it easy to shoot from creative angles, such as low to the ground or overhead, while still being able to see and adjust your composition.
- Configure the customizable buttons on the Canon EOS R6 to quickly access your most-used settings. This can significantly speed up your workflow in manual mode, allowing you to focus on capturing the moment.
- Take advantage of the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system for fast and accurate focus tracking, which is excellent for capturing moving subjects in street or sports photography.
Where to find these settings on your Canon EOS R6
ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and more in the camera menu
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