Tips On How You Can Achieve Awesome Photos With Your Phone That Are DSLR-Worthy
Who needs a DSLR when you have a smartphone?
Published For Sony Mobile - 29 Dec 2015, 10:00 AM
Cover image via diyphotography.netWhen trying to achieve razor sharp and crystal clear photos:
Minimise or eliminate camera shakes by using a portable tripod that fits your smartphone
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Avoid your phone's digital zoom like the plague!
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Make it a habit of wiping your lens clean. You'll be surprised by how often many neglect to do so.
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Creating cool effects with your smartphone:
Your sunglasses might shield your eyes from the sun but they can be used as a filter as well
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Use a pair of binoculars as a zoom lens (your dad probably owns one already)
Camera-equipped smartphones certainly make taking photos much convenient, but they still can't quite replace digital cameras. But don't let the lack of ability to zoom (no, digital zoom doesn't count) stop you. If you've already got a set of binoculars, why not make use of it to take some photos of your faraway subject with your phone?
Turn your phone into a pinhole camera with a simple, cardboard trick that's basically free
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Turn any photo you want into a polaroid with a physical frame
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Polaroids are definitely back in trend, but you could just as well do the same (if not better) with your smartphone. Cut out a real frame from a thick piece of paper and you can literally frame your shots. Have fun with it and try out different effects you can create with your physical frame.
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When picking angles or composition for the photos:
When in doubt, go for a simple background to have your subject stand out
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The oldest trick in the book, follow the rule of third
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Or go for a perfectionist shot by using obvious centered symmetry
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At the end of the day, it certainly doesn't hurt if your smartphone has a high quality camera
All the tips and trick and knowledge in the world can't help you much if you don't start with a good camera. 😉
In fact, you might just find what you're looking for in the 23-megapixel Sony Xperia Z5 Dual that shoots DSLR-worthy photos. How so?
Sony continuously develops and innovates the flagship Z series smartphones by bringing together the latest ground-breaking Sony technology. A great camera is built on three core elements: sensor, lens and processing engine – all evident in the Xperia Z5 Series.
The Hybrid Autofocus allows for incredibly fast and accurate 0.03-second autofocus, and image stabiliser features packed with various apps for good photography is all you need in Sony's best camera phone yet, the [Xperia Z5 Dual](http://bit.ly/sonyz5dual).
Both striking in appearance and comfortable to hold, the Xperia Z5 Dual combines elegant design with easy usability in four colour options: White, Graphite Black, Gold & Green.
