Essential portrait photography

I use a fairly inexpensive lens but its been invaluable for my photography. The key is the low F1.8 with aperture priority. I can shoot stills in fairly low light. I let the camera decide the iso. But it plays with the light so nicely. Even in abundant light it goes well and takes clear images. I usually use manual focus and pre-stage where Ill be. I focus on the body part of interest. Then I set my self timer and take several shots. It works super well. Id love to hear your setup. Todays phone cameras have features that take good pics too. There is a Russian guy who teaches an iPhone photography school on YouTube. It is super helpful for when I dont have my big camera, like when backpacking.

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

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This was taken with the aforementioned camera with F1.8 aperture priority

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Great shot! I have to confess, despite owning a small fortune of photography equipment, 90% of the time I use my phone camera. It does have serious limitations, but I find that it does pretty well in most situations. Surprisingly, the rear wide-angle lens has an aperture of f/1.6 and the telephoto has f/2.0 which isn't too shabby for something so convenient!

I do love my Fujifilm X-T2 though. Seeing your photo makes me want to break it out and use it more, so thanks for sharing!

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In 2019 I decided I needed a new digital cam so I started shopping. I realized that the cam on my iPhone was the best I could afford! I now use it exclusively. I found a bluetooth remote on Amazon so I can pose naked and take the shot, with the iPhone on a tripod. I also just got an Apple Watch that has a remote built in and I can see on the watch screen what the cam sees.
So far, I've amassed over 400 photos of me naked in various positions and locations. Fun!!

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Yeah its amazing what our phone cameras can do. There is an app called Slow Shutter. You can do low light, time lapse, and other effects. I used it to take a photo that blurred the steam of the great prismatic pool at Yellowstone NP. I also took star photos. But yeah, the best quality is still an SLR with a good lens.

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Oh yeah they are making so many great options. I use Camera Genius app for a great interval timer. Sounds like you found a great solution. The portrait feature is awesome for nice effects and quality images too.

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That is a great photo

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That is a great photo

Thanks friend. There is beauty all around us.

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Your pose reminded me of any number of yoga poses. I just did a naked salute to the sun on my front porch. It's cloudy & a bit rainy but it's the thought that counts.

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