Getty photographer Jared C. Tilton employed an unconventional setup to capture unique high-angle shots at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Instead of a drone, he used a Canon EOS R1 camera with a 70-200mm lens mounted inside a robotic rig.
The camera feed was sent to a laptop, and Tilton used custom software to control the rig remotely. The standout feature was his use of a PlayStation controller to trigger shots and maneuver the robotic camera for perfect composition.
This method allowed him to achieve breathtaking bird's-eye views of iconic moments, such as athletes framed by the Olympic logo and a top-down view of Ilia Malinin's backflip. With a strict limit on press personnel, such innovative techniques were crucial for capturing standout imagery.
Getty's team of photographers shot over six million images during the Games, showcasing the blend of technology and creativity in modern sports photography.