Handling Your Digital Camera Like a Professional

Handling Your Digital Camera Like a Professional
By Avisha Jain

Many people who are new to digital photography will tell you one of their greatest problems is what is known as 'camera shake' in the world of photography. This is a situation where the picture becomes blurred because the camera shook as a result of not being still enough when the shutter was pressed. This is a common problem especially in situations where light is low and the shutter has to remain open for a slightly longer time. In cases like these even the slightest move causes a shake unless you are using a tripod.

Camera shake is a problem that especially harasses new photographer trying to hold the camera with their hands as they take shots or when they try using one hand. The challenge is that unless you are a professional, holding the camera with your hands will almost always be a challenge. One of the easiest ways to deal with camera shake is to place the camera on a tripod because its three legs will definitely make it still. However, if you have not yet acquired a tripod, the next available way to increase your stability is to use both hands.

Even though the temptation is always high to hold the camera using one hand, both hands will make it easier for you to take a photograph without so much of camera shake. Since the way of holding will depend on the type of camera you own, the description given below is a general technique for holding the camera to make it steady.

You should always use your right hand to firmly grip the hand end of the camera as your forefinger gently rests on the shutter release. The other three fingers will be curled on the front side of the camera while the thumb firmly grips the back of the camera. There are camera models that have a sort of grip with impressions showing where your fingers should rest. While you should use your right hand's strong grip to hold the camera, holding it too tightly could actually create the opposite effect and cause a camera shake.

Where you place your left hand will also depend on what type of camera you have but it is generally used to create support for the camera's weight. The left hand can either stay under the camera or alternatively around or under the lens. If you love using the viewfinder, the camera needs to be close to your body but in case you are using the LCD make sure it is not held too far away from your body.

For extra stability, try leaning you body against something solid such as a tree or wall and if possible kneel down or sit. However, if there is nothing to support yourself on and have to stand, your feet should be put shoulder width apart so as to give you extra balance. Finally, take a deep gentle breath before taking a shot, hold it, and take the shot before exhaling slowly. If you don't get it the first time, continue practicing and you will finally get it. All the best!

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