Yes, it’s true that many fancy new camera’s have built in image stabilization. But what if your’s doesn’t have it? Can you still take great photos without a tripod? Of course! I’m going to show you some simple insider tricks to improving your chances of taking great crisp photos.
Learn to Hold Your Camera Properly
This tip is targeted towards those people who have a traditional film camera or digital SLR. It’s surprising how just learning to hold your camera properly can massively cut down on the amount of blurry photos you take. It’s simple. When looking through the viewfinder make sure that the camera is firmly planted against your face! That’s right, you use your face as a stabilizer. Sure you may get nose prints on the back, but it’s a very small price to pay for great photos. Your other hand should be holding your lens from underneath. This creates a nice stable platform for your camera. (more…)