> I'd also say that the flash comment was very uninformed. In any arena/stadium that the games/matches are broadcast, they will be lit properly in order for the

> I'd also say that the flash comment was very uninformed. In any arena/stadium that the games/matches are broadcast, they will be lit properly in order for the cameras to have a proper exposure. This also means there's plenty of light for the photogs. That's not (entirely) accurate. Lighting for continuous light (e.g., TV broadcast) is quite different from still photography. NBA arenas, at least, absolutely ARE equipped with strobes in the rafters that are radio-activated from the camera. Watch as the team comes down the court, and don't watch the players but watch the court, you will see the flashes reflect on the court (and apologies if you can't unsee them after, but they're not overly noticeable). As you say, there is a good amount of light, but if you want a tighter aperture or are shooting a player at high speed, you need more than the arena is lit for. Further info: - https://petapixel.com/2017/06/03/bright-flashes-nba-games-may-never-noticed/ https://petapixel.com/2017/06/03/bright-flashes-nba-games-ma... - https://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/nta77s/anyone_notice_a_bright_flashing_light_that_would/ https://www.reddit.com/r/nba/comments/nta77s/anyone_notice_a... - https://imgur.com/a/puri1RN/ https://imgur.com/a/puri1RN/