With it’s 12-megapixel sensor and Carl Zeiss lens, the camera skills of the Nokia N8 continue to impress and astound, proving that you don't need a dedicated digital camera to take great shots. With this in mind, we've come up with a handful of lessons to transform even the most novice N8 photographer into a master of mobile photography. Read on for some Nokia N8 photo tips.
Be ready for a good shot
The best thing about swapping your digital camera for your Nokia N8 is how much more convenient it is to store in your pocket. You never know when the opportunity for a good photo will present itself, so be prepared to shoot at any moment.
Take lots of photos
Take photos. Lots and lots of photos. It sounds like common sense, but only after you’ve taken enough photos, will you developer a keen eye for what makes a great shot.
Think about what your shot will look like
Some of the best photographers have an idea of what their next shot will like like before a button is clicked. Try to develop a sixth sense for how your subject will look from different angles.
Ration use of the flash
There will be situations when you’ll need to use the Nokia N8’s Xenon flash, and other times when you will won't, such as when snapping objects at close range. Light has a tendency to bounce off certain objects, particularly glass, resulting in an useable image full of glare. Know when to turn it off.
Don’t ruin the moment
Knowing when to spot a photo opportunity is important, but so is keeping your distance. Try not to ruin the chance for a good photo by being spotted.
Vary the angle of your shots
Mixing up the angles of your shots makes for more interesting pictures. For instance, if you are taking a photo of a couple conversing, snapping from behind one of the subjects will highlight the expression of the other, encouraging a sense of curiosity from the viewer at what the couple might be talking about. Similarly, snapping from the side, especially in a crowd could create a neat focal point of the photo, the crowd behind providing a backdrop to the action taking place in front of you.
Make your shots look interesting using foreground objects
If you want to shoot something, but find there are objects in the way, rather then curse your luck, try using them to your advantage by focussing in on your subject, and using the blur of foreground objects to frame the subject, making what you wanted to capture look more important than anything else in shot. The result is a more professional-looking shot.
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