Here is the second article of my #LearnWithSara column, in which I publish articles with the aim of providing you with a solid foundation on digital photography.
In the last article I told you about the various types of cameras, and if you haven’t read it yet you can find it here!
Today I will tell you about how to properly hold your camera.
To get clear photos it’s fundamental to learn how to hold the camera well and adopt a correct position!
Without getting lost in chat, here are my tips!
THE GRIP
To avoid blurry photos it is not always necessary to use a tripod, especially if the shooting conditions do not require it.
All you need to do is hold your camera correctly.
First hold the camera body with your right hand (even if you are left handed), placing your index finger near the shutter button and your other fingers around the grip.
With your left hand you will have to hold the lens and adjust the zoom and focus rings as needed.
These rules apply both when shooting horizontally and vertically.
Here are some extra tips:
1) Keep your elbows close to your body to promote stability.
2) Remember to use both hands to take the photo.
3) Press the shutter button gently.
4) For maximum stability, click after exhaling.
In addition to the “classic” grip described above, there may be variants linked to some particular situations, such as when using particularly long or heavy lenses.
Below are some examples of incorrect grips.
MAINTAIN STABILITY
In addition to a correct grip, it is necessary to assume the correct position with the body to ensure maximum stability while shooting.
Below I show you the most common and wrong positions for shooting.
1) Standing
It is definitely the most comfortable position and how you will probably shoot most of the time.
It is important to remember to keep your legs slightly apart in line with your shoulders for added stability.
Furthermore, if the situation allows it, it is always advisable to face the subject so as not to have to twist the torso and assume uncomfortable positions.
2) Squatting
Often in some situations in order to better grasp a subject or to adopt different angles it is necessary to squat. This is not exactly a comfortable position and not as stable. Staying in perfect balance is not easy but to increase stability I recommend that you distribute your weight evenly and avoid bending forward. Also to help you keep still with the camera, place your elbows on your knees.
3) Sitting
It is not a very common position to photograph but in in case it happens to you it is always good to keep your feet apart and rest your elbows on your knees.
4) Lying
This position allows you to take pictures with interesting and particular perspectives.
For better stability, lean on your elbows and hold the camera correctly as shown at the beginning.
I hope this article was helpful to you!
See you soon!