Photographing the NBA Finals

Take a look at what it is like photographing the NBA Finals! I go through shooting from three different positions, what it's like during pregame and postgame, how I send images to editors, and how I got my favorite images. Along with other helpful tips! Gear I use: These are affiliate links and I receive a small commission if you purchase through them. Same price for you, small tip for me. Camera Bodies: Canon R3 - https://amzn.to/4fnpcM9 Canon R5 mark ii - https://amzn.to/41nxCxg Canon R5 - https://amzn.to/3UgrO4W Lenses: Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/3JlILs8 Canon EF 16-35 f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/45mOB3Y Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 - https://amzn.to/3JiVFao Canon RF 24-105 f/4 - https://amzn.to/4mso8sL Accessories: Black Rapid Camera Straps - https://amzn.to/454M13V On camera Mic - https://amzn.to/40RgKie Rain Cover for 400mm - https://amzn.to/3J2aCxu Rain Cover for 70-200 - https://amzn.to/45rw4nh Apple M4 Macbook Pro - https://amzn.to/4fkmqas 0:00 - Intro 0:30 - Getting ready 0:40 - Game 3 - Shooting up high 1:30 - Transmitting Images 2:20 - Game 4 - Shooting from the stands 4:07 - Card Running 5:20 - Shooting on the floor 5:50 - Game 6 - Pregame 6:48 - Game 6 - Postgame Follow along on Instagram @paulrutherford_ Check out my images at www.paulrutherfordphotography.com As always, leave any questions in the comments!