FOCUSING

The most common error that new photographers make is taking an unfocused picture. The way to fix this is by setting your camera to Al FOCUS because this does not allow the camera to take a picture unless it is focused in one object.  Also you will need to make sure that your focus point is placed on the object, usually it is in the middle.

 

 

IPHONE EDITING APPS!!!

Editing a picture on your smartphone sometimes is better than using a professional software because it’s easier, less time consuming, and free (mostly).

Here are a few of my recommended editing apps for IOS devices:

Photoshop Fix: Photoshop version for Iphone, less tools but has some good editing tools, FREE

Lightroom: Lightroom version for Iphone, doesn’t have all tools but has several important ones like, temperature, highlights, saturation, and contrast to name a few. ALSO FREE

Facetune: Also a photoshop-like app that is most intended for physical appearance. Cost $3.99 but is worth it.

VSCO: This app is a filters app, it’s not too advanced but is good for people who want a certain filter. FREE

Snapseed: This app has a lot of tools to play around with, I have not messed with it too much yet. FREE

HOW TO AVOID NOISE ON PICTURES

When a picture has noise it means that it has these little grains on the picture and it make the quality of the picture bad.  

This occurs when you take a picture with a high ISO, usually 6400+ and it varies on some cameras. It it most common in night/dark photography because usually you need more light at night.

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This is a comparison between a clear and noisy image. To avoid a noisy image you want to try to shoot at a low ISO and use a lower shutter speed until the image is clear.

HOLDING A CAMERA THE PROPER WAY

 How to hold a camera the correct way

Over the course of my photography experience I have witnessed people holding a DSLR the wrong way. This of course bothers and scare me because they are holding 1000k+ in equipment. The correct way to hold a camera is: Use your right hand to hold the right side of the camera in case you need to fix any settings and use your left hand to hold the lens, placing the hand on the lens helps you zoom in or out and it helps with manual focus. (The picture above demonstrates the correct way to hold a camera)

SHOULD YOU SHOOT ON AN IPHONE?

 iPhone X

Should you shoot on an iPhone X?

Over the years, Apple has released more than 10 phones, each year making them better. Apple really hit it off in 2016 when they released the iPhone 7/7 plus and introduced portrait mode on the 7 plus.

Portrait mode allows you to capture a picture making it look like a professional picture. In my opinion the quality is good and If your budget does not allow you to buy a professional camera then an iPhone is a great way to start.

EXAMPLE OF PORTRAIT MODE ON iPHONE:

 Portrait Mode on iPhone X

WHY IS AN SD CARD SO IMPORTANT?

 SD CARD

What is an SD card?

An SD card, also known as a memory card, is small and is essential because without it it is impossible to take pictures with a camera.

Uses of an SD card:

Once you’re done taking pictures, you must remove the card from the camera and insert it on to your computer, this card stores all of the pictures/videos that were taken, it allows you to transport the images into your computer.

p.s. One of the best company that makes SD cards is SanDisk!

WHEN SHOULD YOU USE A TRIPOD?

 CANON TRIPOD 

When should you use a tripod?

Tripods are overseen by new photographers sometimes. Sometimes we might us ourselves “why use a tripod when I can use my hands?” Well the answer is because different situations and photography styles require image stabilization, when we use our hands, our hand shake and it usually happens because maybe the camera or lense is too heavy.  Some heavier lense require a tripod because they are too heavy and could potentially break the camera since most of the weight is in the lense. Tripods are also good for videography so the video doesn’t come out blurry.

CANON EOS REBEL T4I

 CANON EOS REBEL T4I

While it is not the best camera canon has made, it is a great starter camera. This camera is good and works great with any standard photography. Who is this camera best for?

  • Someone who is new to the world of photography
  • A person that wants to play with the camera/explore it’s features
  • Someone who is looking for a camera on the cheaper side (still good quality)
  • Anyone who thinks they are not ready for a higher quality and more expensive camera

p.s. don’t get me wrong this camera is great, I have used it before and I sometimes use it, but there are better cameras that canon has released.