The Pros Secret to Getting Tack Sharp Images

Use a Tripod to get Tack Sharp Images

One thing that separates pro-photographers from amateur ones is that pros always use tripods, well almost always. It can be a hassle setting up a tripod but it is worth it and you will definitely get sharper images by using one. The tripod will greatly reduce camera shake caused by hand holding your camera.

There are times when we will have to hand hold our cameras and here are some tips when doing so:

1. The number one reason for blurry images is shooting with a shutter speed that is to low to hand hold without inducing camera shake. Here is a good practice to follow: Whatever the focal length of the lens is put an imaginary 1 over it and do not go below that shutter speed. For example if you are using a 200mm zoom lens do not use a shutter speed any lower than 1/200sec. If you are using a 50mm lens do not use a shutter speed any lower than 1/50sec and so on.
2. When using a camera mode, such as, “Aperture Priority,” one of my favorites, always verify what your camera is using for a shutter speed. (In Aperture Priority Mode you choose the FStop and ISO and the camera selects the Shutter Speed.) If the Shutter Speed is to low to hand hold then you must raise your camera’s ISO to compensate for the low shutter speed. You will find as you raise up your ISO your shutter speed will increase. Keep raising up the Shutter Speed until you are at a speed that will eliminate camera shake.This will enable you to take a sharper photo.

Note: Pay attention to these two tips and I guarantee you will get sharper photos while hand holding your camera. 

Note: Use a Tripod for best results.