SUMMARY
Samuel Bassett of OpticalWander provides a guide to shooting the 24 Hours of Le Mans, covering the unique challenges of capturing motorsport at 200 mph for 40 hours straight. He details his lens choices, including the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8, and explains the accreditation and public liability insurance requirements, recommending £10 million coverage. Bassett also outlines his shooting strategy, utilizing pit stops and full course yellows for motion blur shots and covering team and crowd details during downtime.
TAKEAWAYS
Shooting Le Mans requires specific gear, accreditation, and insurance, differing from typical motorsport photography.
Key lenses used included the Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8, Sony 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3, and Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8.
Accreditation involves proof of competence and public liability insurance, typically £5-10 million.
Full course yellows and pit stops are opportunities for motion blur shots with slower shutter speeds.