Better Lighting
Good
lighting is key when taking a photo with any kind of camera. Make sure you
always have strong lighting any time you try to take a picture. Don’t just rely
on your camera’s flash. Try opening up a window or turning some lights on. Your
images will be stronger and you’ll have shadows and contrast to play with.
Rule of Three
Use the
rule of three when framing a shot. Your iPhone has a grid option available.
Take advantage of it. In general, the rule of thirds means that if you split a
photo into 9 squares, the most interesting parts of the photo should be
happening in the intersection of these grids. Activate your phone’s grid mode
to help you frame the shot just right.
Turn Off Your Flash
The sad
truth is that your iPhone’s flash just isn’t very powerful. Your flash is
basically just a small IED light. And sometimes it can add weird hues to your
phone. You’re better off going without the flash and just following our earlier
tip to try improving your room’s light or relying on better, natural light to
do the work for you.
Don’t Directly Open
the App
Opening the
camera app can be a waste of time. Not only do you have to unlock your phone
and locate the app but you have to wait for everything to load. This means that
it’s all too easy to miss an important shot. Don’t do this. Instead, pull up
your phone’s Control Panel or open up the Camera shortcut on the bottom right
corner of the screen when you’re in Lock Screen. The Camera will load almost
instantly even when your phone is locked. But someone who errantly grabs your
phone and begins snapping pictures can’t access any of your other photos unless
they pop in the passcode, making this a secure and safe option for quick
photos.
Burst Mode
Burst mode
is a handy, new feature that helps make it easier to snap action shots.
Basically, you’re just taking a bunch of shots at once, saving you from having
to anguish over the perfect angle. To enable burst mode, just hold down the
center button and relax.
Exposure
Exposure is
key to a good shot. But even when your exposure’s lacking, you can adjust it by
adjusting the yellow exposure slide that should pop up next to your focus
square while taking a photo. You can either dial up the slide, which will allow
more exposure or dial down, lessening exposure, depending on your needs.
Use Your Volume
Button
Having
trouble taking a steady photo? Use your phone’s volume button. This will help
prevent shaking. If you’re taking a photo and wearing Apple earbuds, you can
even use the volume button on the chord to help you snap a shot if you’re
really having trouble keeping your phone from shaking while taking your selfie.
Taking a photo can be fun and easy on your iPhone. By
keeping these tips in mind, you can help overcome technical limitations and
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