Best setting to avoid blurry pictures of moving objects with a Canon Powershot SX260HS?

[beimeryak]

I recently purchased a PowerShot SX260HS in order to take good pictures for an upcoming vacation.  However, I am unable to figure out a good setting to avoid blurry pictures of moving objects!  If it is not already apparent, I am a complete moron when it comes to technology!  Any suggestions (besides staying away from photography), would be appreciated!

[cicopo]

You need to understand a few simple rules for action starting with the fact you need a fast shutter speed & good panning skills (which comes with practice. Best way to do it is by using the Tv mode (Time value or shutter speed mode) or you can cheat a bit & use Sport mode but that isn't as reliable. A lot of the info here relates to action photography especially the things you want to learn control wise & note that unless your manual specifically says you can use IS for panning TURN IT OFF.

http://www.rccanada.ca/rccforum/showthread.php?t=147971

[fyigmo63]

Agreed, like anything in photography it helps if you practice, practice, practice.  That's the beauty of the digital age, you can practice like crazy and not waste film doing it.

[beimeryak]

Thanks so much for the advice!  Sorry it took me so long to respond.  I shall begin practicing immediately!