filming and taking pictures of trains

[paulstecyna21]

I am not sure about something.

How far do you have to be to film and take pictures of trains like I do with septa?

[wjstix]

I am not sure about something.

How far do you have to be to film and take pictures of trains like I do with septa?

Depends what you're asking...if you mean, how far gone mentally do you have to be to take pictures of trains, I'm not sure - but according to my wife, I'm pretty far gone.

If you mean, how far back do you have to be from a railroad track to avoid trespassing, usually signs are posted. Common sense would say not to get too close if you're unsure, stay along a public road or sidewalk.

If you mean, how close should you be to get good pics, that depends on the area and the equipment you're using. I generally don't like to be too close, I like to be able to see some of the surroundings in the picture.

[paulstecyna21]

I am not sure about something.

How far do you have to be to film and take pictures of trains like I do with septa?

Depends what you're asking...if you mean, how far gone mentally do you have to be to take pictures of trains, I'm not sure - but according to my wife, I'm pretty far gone.

If you mean, how far back do you have to be from a railroad track to avoid trespassing, usually signs are posted. Common sense would say not to get too close if you're unsure, stay along a public road or sidewalk.

If you mean, how close should you be to get good pics, that depends on the area and the equipment you're using. I generally don't like to be too close, I like to be able to see some of the surroundings in the picture.

 

 

i mean how far away from the track do i have to be starting from the rocks and there is no sign at the location to tell you that are tresspassing

i know i would be tresspassing if i was touching the rails, ties and rocks. but i mean like on a grass and regular pavement from an old station.

[henry6]

I am not sure about something.

How far do you have to be to film and take pictures of trains like I do with septa?

First remember: A TRAIN CAN BE MOVING IN ANY DIRECTION ON ANY TRACK AT ANY TIME.

Someone on another forum did ask SEPTA about their rules and regulations regarding photogrqaphy (2003):

  Reply from SEPTA Media Relations: Photography on SEPTA property and of its vehicles is permitted depending where and what you would like to photograph. However, you must obtain and sign a photography release form. This form will grant you permission to photograph for one day at a time. Please contact Ms. Sylvana Hoyos in our Media Relations Department ([e-mail] 215.580.8367--office, 215.580.7590--fax) and provide the exact dates and specifics on what and where you would like to photograph. If approved you will need to meet with Sylvana to sign the release form as well as providing picture ID.

You are "safe" taking pictures from public streets and structures.  NJT, MNRR, and LIRR all allow pictures from platforms as long as you do it safely without interfereing with train operations, employee operations, or customers on the platforms or getting on or off trains.  Use your head, be cool, play it safe.  If a policeman says anything, accept what he says and quietly leave so as not to cause yourself any problems.  After that, it depends on your camera, your lens, your film, and your abilities.  Good Luck, stay safe, and enjoy!