Photographing without a tripod can be challenging, especially in low light, but with the right techniques, you can still capture sharp, high-quality images.
Here are five practical tips:
Stabilise Your Body: Use your body to create a stable shooting platform. Plant your feet shoulder-width apart, tuck in your elbows, and hold the camera close to your face. Lean against a wall or crouch down if possible for added support.
Use a Fast Shutter Speed: The faster the shutter, the less chance of blur from hand movement. A good rule is to use a shutter speed faster than the reciprocal of your focal length (e.g., 1/50 sec for a 50mm lens).
Increase ISO: Raising the ISO boosts the camera’s sensitivity to light, allowing for faster shutter speeds. While it may introduce noise, modern cameras handle higher ISO settings fairly well.
Use Burst Mode: Shooting in bursts increases your chances of capturing a sharp frame. The middle shots are often the steadiest.
Control Your Breathing: Inhale, exhale, and gently press the shutter at the end of your exhale to minimize movement.
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