Clean the lens before shooting
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Clean the lens before shooting
Even a small smudge can soften your image. Always give your lens a quick wipe.
Tap to focus & exposure
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Clean the lens before shooting
Tapping your screen ensures your phone knows where to focus and how bright/dark the shot should be.
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Digital zoom often degrades quality. For better results, physically move your phone closer and crop later.
Use the rule of thirds & grid overlay
Use the rule of thirds & grid overlay
Avoid digital zoom — move closer instead
Composing your shot around grid intersections creates more dynamic, appealing images.
Use HDR in high contrast scenes
Use the rule of thirds & grid overlay
Keep your phone steady / stabilize
HDR helps balance bright skies and dark foregrounds. Use it when the lighting is extreme.
Keep your phone steady / stabilize
Use the rule of thirds & grid overlay
Keep your phone steady / stabilize
Trajectory blur kills sharpness. Use both hands, lean on surfaces, or use a mini tripod.
Shoot in soft / directional light
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Avoid noon sun. Use golden hour, shade, or directional light to get flattering results.
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Use roads, fences, trees, or architectural elements in the foreground to lead the viewer’s eye.
Use panorama for wide scenes
Frame with foreground / leading lines
Portrait / depth mode for people
When your scene is too wide, use panorama mode (or stitch overlapping shots).
Portrait / depth mode for people
Portrait / depth mode for people
Portrait / depth mode for people
Use your phone’s portrait or “depth” mode to subtly blur backgrounds and isolate your subject.
Mind the background clutter
Portrait / depth mode for people
Mind the background clutter
A busy background can distract. Simpler, cleaner backgrounds make your subject pop.
Try unconventional angles
Portrait / depth mode for people
Mind the background clutter
Low, high, tilt — changing perspective can turn a basic shot into something memorable.
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