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Digital Sports Photography

Is Flash Photography Allowed?

SUMMARY: Ensure flash photography is ok to use at a sporting event.

Just as you need to be careful when taking photos at a golf match, there may be other sporting events in which flash photography is strongly discouraged. If you're not sure if flash is allowed, find the stadium or event rules or check with an event supervisor. Some sports don't allow flash as it can distract players (actually, flash can distract players in virtually all sports, but some leagues still allow it and consider the bright lights just part of the game).

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