Photography tips for your Samsung smartphone

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Fotografie tips voor je Samsung smartphone

Nowadays, you don't need an expensive camera to take a beautiful photo. With a Samsung smartphone, you can also take professional photos. The Galaxy S23, S24 and S25 models in particular have a high-quality camera with which you can achieve beautiful results. But the settings, use of the right accessories and the way of photographing can make a big difference between a simple snapshot and a professional photo. Read on for tips on how to take better photos with your Samsung.

1. Basic tips for better photos

  • Always keep your lens clean. It sounds simple, but a greasy or dusty lens is a common reason for blurry photos. Use a lens cloth or a microfiber cloth to clean the lens properly.
  • Sufficient light is important when you are going to take pictures. Try to take pictures during the day as much as possible so that you have natural light, this is the most beautiful.
  • Keep your phone steady. A shaky hand can quickly result in blurry photos. Hold your phone with both hands, or use a tripod for perfect stability.

2. Settings for your camera

Use the Pro mode:

  • This mode can be found in most Galaxy models, here you can adjust the ISO, shutter speed and white balance yourself.
  • Lower the ISO for less noise, but use it in good light. Set your shutter speed short for moving subjects, long for light trails or night shots. Adjust the white balance to adjust the color temperature for more natural light.
  • Turn scene optimizer on/off
  • Samsung already uses AI to automatically enhance your photos. In some situations this works well, but in product photography or artificial lighting it can adjust too much.

HDR function:

  • High Dynamic Range (HDR) helps to keep both the light and dark parts of your photo clearly visible. This is especially useful for outdoor photography.

Use the correct camera mode:

  • Portrait: To bring your subject into focus and blur the background.
  • Night mode: For sharp photos in the dark or in places with little light.
  • Panorama: For wide landscapes
  • Super Slow-mo or Hyperlapse: For creative videos

3. Taking pictures in different situations

Portrait photography:

  • Use portrait mode to separate your subject from the background. Tap on the face or subject to focus. Portrait photos make sure that your object or person is highlighted in the frame. This gives a professional effect.

Night photography:

  • Use the night mode or the Pro mode with a longer shutter speed. Hold your Samsung phone steady with a tripod if necessary for perfectly stable images.

Landscape photography

  • Use the wide angle lens for expansive views. Pay attention to a straight horizon and have an interesting element in the foreground of your photo for added depth

Action shots and movement

  • Use burst mode to shoot multiple images in succession. This way you can later select the sharpest photo. For really fast action, a fast shutter speed in Pro mode helps.

Make taking photos with your Samsung easier with the right accessories

4. Composition and creativity

Better photos with the grid

  • Turn on the grid in your camera settings and place important elements of your photo at the intersections of the lines. This will give your photos more balance and make for a better image.

Find lines and patterns

  • Leading lines such as a road, fence or stairs draw the eye into the image. Patterns provide peace and patterns. Think of rows and chairs, buildings or repeating objects

Experiment with different perspectives

  • Don't always shoot at eye level. Try from the ground, from above at an angle. This can make your photos more interesting right away.

5. Accessories & Post-processing

Use a tripod or grip

  • A tripod or phone holder is ideal for night photography, time-lapses or group photos. Also use a bluetooth shutter to take photos remotely.

Edit your photos smartly

  • With apps like Snapseed, Lightroom Mobile or even the standard Samsung Gallery editor you can enhance photos. Adjust exposure, contrast, sharpness and colors. Be careful not to overdo your editing, the more natural the photo the better.

Samsung Photography FAQs

Which Samsung mobile phone takes the best photos?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 takes the most impressive photos and videos. But the Galaxy S23 and S24 are also very good.

How to take sharp photos with a Samsung?

To activate the advanced photo options of your Samsung phone, go to Pro Mode. You can find this in the camera app on your Samsung.

Why does my Samsung camera take blurry photos?

A dirty lens or foreign objects can cause the autofocus to be disrupted. Make sure you have a clean lens and you will take sharp pictures.

Is Samsung better than iPhone for photos?

For low light and macro shots the Samsung seems to perform slightly better, but for portrait mode the iPhone is just a tad better. Video quality is great in both.

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