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I don’t know about you, but I love using Instagram! It’s a great way for me to share images of the things I love with other people. Sometimes when you’re walking down the street, you might see something that catches your eye. Using your trusty smartphone, you can take a photo of it and share it on Instagram with your friends.
The social platform is like the Twitter of the photography world. Instead of writing 160 characters of text, all you do is post up a picture of something! One downside about Instagram is that some photos you see on there are just awful! The subject of the images isn’t the problem; it’s how the pictures got taken!
If that sounds like a problem you suffer from, it’s clear that you need to brush up on your photography skills. Today’s blog post will offer you some pointers to help you take better Instagram pictures. Ready? Good! Let’s begin:
How good is your smartphone’s camera?
The first thing you need to do is think about the camera spec your smartphone has. It’s no secret that the latest models have better built-in cameras than their predecessors. For example, the iPhone 6 camera is better than the one on the iPhone 3GS.
Is your smartphone is something of an ancient relic in technology terms? If so, you should consider getting an upgrade. Be sure to compare camera specs on each smartphone model; don’t just stick with the same brand out of loyalty!
How clean is your camera lens?
Let’s assume for a minute that the specs on your camera are good enough to take high-quality images. You should turn your attention to the cleanliness of your lens. It might surprise you to know that those “bad” quality images are due to dirt and grease covering the lens aperture at the back of your phone!
In his Twitter feed, Issa Asad of Florida stresses the importance of keeping your lens dirt-free. There are plenty of smartphone cleaning kits that you can use to make your lens (and phone) look like new. You might also want to consider getting a case for your smartphone so that you can keep it cleaner for longer.
Is your smartphone’s firmware up-to-date?
Sometimes poor quality images can get caused by your phone using old firmware. In case you wondered, firmware refers to the internal software your smartphone needs to operate. Manufacturers often release firmware updates.
Your device will usually notify you when there’s a new update you can download and install.
How steady are your hands?
Most of today’s mobiles have auto-focus technology. Despite that, they won’t take perfect photos if you’ve got a case of the shakes! One tip to take better pictures is to rest your hand and smartphone against something like a table or wall.
That way, there isn’t much vibration that will filter through to your smartphone’s lens. Another alternative is to use a tripod. By following these tips, you’ll soon be taking amazing Instagram photos in no time!