Most people don’t have a professional photographer along with them daily. At NTP2 Photography, we believe in capturing all the best moments of your life. And that means making the most of your smartphone to get good photos in between professional sessions too.  

Technology is always evolving, and FAST. Although the changes year by year aren’t as noticeable as they used to be, there are still some huge leaps being made in the type of software that gets built into our cell phones. 

You may be asking, “Software? I thought I clicked on a photography blog!” Well, in this article, we will break down what’s new with smartphone photography tech. And, share some tips on how to get the most out of your personal photos! 

Of course, there is no full substitute for hiring a professional photographer. Remember for all those moments an iPhone can’t catch to call/text NTP2 Photography or book your next session today! 

How Smartphone Camera Quality Works 

A big buzzword for consumer-level cameras is the “megapixel count” or MP. If I asked you which camera was better between 108 MP & 48 MP, you would likely say 108 as the size of the photo is much higher than the other phone. 

These 2 numbers are the stats for the Samsung S22 and the iPhone 14; and even though the Samsung has over double the megapixel count, the iPhone produces better images (sorry, Androids)! 

This is because of compression. See, a 100 MP camera would create images that take up over 200mb of space, meaning your phone would run out of space very quickly. To prevent this, the files get compressed to be smaller. 

Apple does a much better job with compression, meaning the photos you end up getting are of higher quality.  

Huge Leaps in Lighting 

Honestly, you could take a photo with a $10,000 camera, but if the lighting or the settings are off, you’ll still end up with a horrible picture.  

Apple and other smartphone creators are making it easier to take perfect photos, no matter where you are. New features like “night mode” on the iPhone 14, offer long-exposure photography to the masses. As long as you can hold still, your personal pictures in low-light situations will be better than ever! 

iPhone 14 Photo Tips from a Professional Photographer 

• Just as you would in a professional photo session, consider lighting first. Natural is best, and your built-in flash should be a last resort. Make sure night mode is set to automatically turn on instead of the flash. 
   

• Use all the cameras! The zoom camera is more than just a way to zoom in, it can also change the perspective of the photo. Play around with the 2x and .5x cameras to find the best shot.  
   

• Turn the video quality to the highest setting (if you have the storage) 
   

• Social media star in the making? Get more impressions with better quality; try to practice using the back cameras for videos instead of the front-facing ones! You wouldn’t see yourself on camera when a professional like us at NTP2 is shooting the video either.  

No Substitute for a Professional 

Although iPhones can make for some excellent cameras, the person using the camera is the biggest factor behind the quality of the photo. 

If you require a professional photographer, look no further than us here at NTP2 Photography. 

Our team can give your business, event, or real estate listing the professional quality branding needed to stand apart from the crowd! 

Give us a call today or book a session online! We promise to put you in the best light and deliver on quality photos you’ll enjoy for years to come.