Top 10 Tips for Taking Better Cell Phone Photos (take 2)

Appologies if you commented on my previous video. I had to make a few minor corrections and upload again :) ...

Many people want to know how to take better photos using a cell phone. I have many thoughts on this topic and decided to jot down my top 10 tips. I have used various Android (Samsung) and iPhone models (5, 5s, 6, 6s, 7, etc.) over the years and feel these tips apply to all:). Please note: ALL demo shots were taken with the iPhone 6s.

=== LINKS ===
Joby GripTight (cell phone tripod): https://amzn.to/2UWPPxl

iPhone - Pro Cam (check app store): https://www.procamapp.com/

Android - Bacon Camera (check Google Play): https://www.baconcamera.com/

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=== TIPS ===
#1 ... learn everything you can about your phone's camera and related application
- in the world of mirror vs mirrorless cameras, did you know your phone is a mirrorless camera?
- phones have a fixed aperture and electronic shutter
- you can easily install different camera applications

#2 ... discover strengths and weaknesses of your camera
- fine in good lighting but struggles in low lighting
- dynamic range suffers so consider HDR
- relatively high ISO can generate lots of noise

#3 ... consider shooting in RAW and post editing
- in low light or whenever you want to get the most out of the image
- post edit is good to reduce noise, adjust white balance, add sharpness, etc.
- not needed for all shots

#4 ... clean your lens

#5 ... do not zoom
- mobile phones do not offer optical zoom which means poor quality will result
- get physically closer if you can or consider cropping after the shot

#6 ... work on composition
- use rule of thirds (enable grid in application if available)
- framing (standard vs fill), leading lines, separation

#7 ... take shots from different angles
- get down low, to the side, up high, etc.

#8 ... touch screen to lock focus and exposure

#9 ... use a tripod or steady surface for slow shutters
- consider using a tripod for any shot slower than 1/60 of second
- use self timer to prevent camera shake

#10 ... practice, practice, and practice some more
- the better you understand your camera and software, the more efficient you will become
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Music by: Bryan Mathys and the song is called Wild Heart

Hope you find these tips helpful!:)

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