{"id":6093,"date":"2016-04-27T08:00:44","date_gmt":"2016-04-27T07:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=6093"},"modified":"2025-07-01T12:20:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T11:20:17","slug":"essential-smartphone-photography-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/essential-smartphone-photography-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Smartphone Photography Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>With the advancement of smartphones, it&#8217;s no longer necessary to use a professional camera to take photos you can be proud of. But for the best results, it&#8217;s worth perfecting some basic photography tricks, while utilising the latest add-ons and apps. Make your travel photos stand out by following these essential smartphone photography tips.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6096\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Smartphone Photography Tips\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/SmartPhone_iStock_pawei_p_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Rule of Thirds<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The much talked about rule of thirds is a common composition technique in photography, but it&#8217;s often overlooked when taking smartphone shots. To apply this rule to your photos, balance the composition by simply positioning the photo&#8217;s main subjects \u2013 whether that&#8217;s a person, monument or mountain \u2013 on the gridlines that appear on each third of the screen&#8217;s viewfinder, from side to side and top to bottom. Activate a smartphone&#8217;s viewfinder in Settings.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Look for a Different Perspective<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Instead of always taking the same travel shots as everyone else, try to get more interesting perspectives of what you want to photograph. Instead of taking a photo straight-on, look up at the buildings that tower above you, crouch down to get to the level you want, or think about capturing the reflection of the landmark you&#8217;re photographing instead.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6097\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Smartphone Photography Tips\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Perspective_iStock_Warchi_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Get an Add-on Lens<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As good as smartphone cameras are now, they do still have their limitations, one of which is the power of the camera lens. If a telephoto, fisheye or macro shot is what you&#8217;re after, consider using an add-on lens. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.olloclip.com\/\">Olloclip<\/a> has become one of the best known for its collection of clip-on lenses, including the all-encompassing 4-in-1 lens.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Look for the Right Light<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Successful photography is often attributed to its light, whether it&#8217;s for the atmospheric shadow, warm glow from the sun, or light reflecting on the water. When you&#8217;re out taking photos, look for light sources, such as the sun streaming through a window, or dappled light shining through the trees. If you can, get up early for sunrise or head out at sunset when the light is at its softest.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6098\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Smartphone Photography Tips\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Sunset_iStock_valio84sl_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Pay Attention to Detail<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When we&#8217;re taking photos of a landmark, it&#8217;s easy to miss out on the small details, but sometimes these details can be as interesting as what you went there to see, giving people a better feel for the place you&#8217;ve been. From the patterned tiles in a courtyard to the produce you see at the market, these travel shots can be great reminders of the experience you had.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Use an Editing App<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Even our greatest travel photos can often be improved upon by using one of the countless editing apps on offer. One of the most popular editing apps is <a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/vsco-cam\/id588013838?mt=8\">VSCO<\/a>, which has more editing options than most other apps, with a good selection of filters, too.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-6099\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Smartphone Photography Tips\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TaquilIsland_LakeTiticaca_iStock_BartoszHadyniak_www.istockphoto.jpg 1698w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Be Selective<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The secret to getting great photos every time is in editing them down to only show the best of what you&#8217;ve taken; instead of uploading 20 photos of the same site to social media, pick out the best ones you&#8217;ve taken for a much more engaging collection.<\/p>\n<p><em>Practice your travel photography skills on a trip with <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/\"><em>Trafalgar<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Image credits: Cover photo \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/young-woman-hiker-taking-photo-with-smartphone-on-mountains-peak-gm503243902-82420325\">iStock \/ tawatchaiprakobkit<\/a>.\u00a0Smart phone photography \u00a9 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/smart-phone-mobile-photo-in-krakow-gm466831966-59984032\">iStock \/ pawei_p<\/a>. Getting a different perspective \u00a9 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/modern-glass-office-building-gm522170611-50856528\">iStock \/ Warchi<\/a>.\u00a0Sunset over the ocean \u00a9 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/beautiful-cloudscape-over-the-sea-gm511367374-86619849\">iStock \/ valio84sl<\/a>. Capturing life on\u00a0Taquile Island\u00a0in Peru \u00a9\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.istockphoto.com\/photo\/men-knitting-on-taquile-island-lake-titicaca-peru-gm471917121-28939924?st=07384ef\">iStock \/ Bartosz Hadyniak<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the advancement of smartphones, it&#8217;s no longer necessary to use a professional camera to take photos you can be proud of. But for the best results, it&#8217;s worth perfecting some basic photography tricks, while utilising the latest add-ons and apps. Make your travel photos stand out by following these essential smartphone photography tips. 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