Ever looked at a photo and were simply captivated by it? You didn’t know why, but the picture just looked beautiful to you. Then you look at your own photos, but they’re just not there yet. What could be the difference? What makes certain photos look better than others? Could be that only DSLR-type cameras can take amazing photos compared …
3 REALLY Good Reasons To Shoot In Manual Mode
We all love taking pictures with our smartphones, some of us perhaps more than others. And what I have noticed is that most people simply pull out their phone and take a shot using the camera’s auto settings. Full disclosure: I was one of those people, too. Before I got into smartphone photography, I was just happy taking pictures that …
5 Smartphone Mounts That Will ACTUALLY Keep Your Phone Secure
This post may contain affiliate linksThere’s no doubt about it: investing in camera support system for your smartphone will greatly improve your photography. Whether you use a tripod, a monopod, or even a handgrip, you’ll definitely need a mount for your smartphone. Without this important piece of equipment, you’ll find it quite difficult to keep your phone steady on any support …
Manual Mode: A Complete & Comprehensive Guide
When it comes to taking pictures using our smartphones, the truth is most of us just whip out our devices and immediately snap away. We trust the camera’s automatic calculations to give us the best picture possible. However, there is another option available- shooting in Manual (or Pro) Mode. This takes the control away from the smartphone’s AI and puts …
Things To Consider When Choosing A Tripod
If you’re reading this, I take it you’ve made the decision to invest in a new tripod but you’re having difficulty deciding which one to choose. If you’re still unsure about whether to get a tripod, I suggest you read through these 8 reasons why you should invest in one. I promise you, it’s a real game changer. The possibilities …
4 Ways To Print Photos From Your Smartphone
So you understand what makes a smartphone photo look good, and now you have captured some amazing images. Then what? Thanks to the digital age, we’re able to capture trillions of photos a year. With so many photos being shared everyday, it’s easy to lose track of the special ones that hold precious memories. Printed photos can be framed and …
The Exposure Triangle: Does It Matter In Smartphone Photography?
In traditional photography, the term ‘Exposure Triangle’ is thrown around quite a lot. It is said to be key to capturing high-quality images that are well-exposed. But what exactly is the Exposure Triangle, and does it even matter in smartphone photography?Other smartphone-related topics Is It Okay To Charge Your Smartphone Overnight? 9 Simple Ways To Protect Your Smartphone From Intruders …
PHONE CAMERA SPECS: A Fully Detailed Guide
UPDATED: May 2020The camera has become the biggest selling point of today’s smartphones. As a result, a lot of people want to know what type of camera a phone is packing before they even consider buying it. Sites like GSM Arena provide the full lowdown on smartphone camera specs, yet very few people actually understand what any of it means. Terms like megapixels, …
Know Your Tripod: An illustrated breakdown
There’s absolutely no doubt that a tripod is very important in photography. The same is true for smartphone photography. A good tripod helps to keep your shots steady, so you can have awesome pictures with no blur among other benefits. However, not all tripods are the same. This can make it a bit challenging to know which one to get if you’re looking to invest in a …
What Could Be Causing Your Phone’s Photos To Look Bad In Low Light?
You can’t help but be amazed at the picture quality of today’s smartphone cameras. Photos taken during the day rival those taken by some decent digital cameras. However, when it comes to taking pictures at night or low light conditions, it’s quite a disappointing image. Have you been battling with poor quality images, especially at night? Do the pictures come …