The secret to this is all about speed. It doesn't matter whether you have a dslr, an slr, or even a point and shoot, though techniques can vary depending on which type of camera you have.
If you're using a (modern) point and shoot, there will probably be a setting called "backlight". Try that, and if that doesn't help the situation, try the "fireworks", "beach & snow" options, as these are all set for ~odd lighting situations.
If you have a dslr, you'll have greater control over your speed and aperture settings (though if your point and shoot is good then you can use these methods too!). Because you have plenty of light, the aperture needs to be low. No more than 2, if possible. Because your subjects are moving fast, the shutter speed needs to be quick. 1/60 of a second can often work well, depending on the circumstances. A balance needs to be found between keeping the aperture low enough so the lens isn't overwhelmed with light, and keeping the shutter speed fast enough to avoid blurry subjects, but not so fast that no light gets in at all.
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Date: 2010-06-21 05:50 pm (UTC)If you're using a (modern) point and shoot, there will probably be a setting called "backlight". Try that, and if that doesn't help the situation, try the "fireworks", "beach & snow" options, as these are all set for ~odd lighting situations.
If you have a dslr, you'll have greater control over your speed and aperture settings (though if your point and shoot is good then you can use these methods too!). Because you have plenty of light, the aperture needs to be low. No more than 2, if possible. Because your subjects are moving fast, the shutter speed needs to be quick. 1/60 of a second can often work well, depending on the circumstances. A balance needs to be found between keeping the aperture low enough so the lens isn't overwhelmed with light, and keeping the shutter speed fast enough to avoid blurry subjects, but not so fast that no light gets in at all.
Does that make sense?