Medion LIFE X44038 Mode D'emploi page 193

• Many attractive subjects do not come out as well as they
could because the background is too distracting. Change the
camera angle to get as neutral a background as possible.
• For landscape shots, use the rule of thirds as orientation; i.e.,
the picture is divided into three horizontal areas and the pho-
tographer uses this division to influence the effect of the pic-
ture. Images with a split of 1/3 sky and 2/3 ground appear
calm and idyllic to the viewer; on the other hand, pictures
with a split of 2/3 sky and 1/3 ground seem more dynamic
and lively.
The on-screen grid lines (see Page 190) are very helpful for
these kinds of landscapes as you can align important image
objects on the cross points.
• Give your pictures depth by including several levels in the
picture, e.g. by selecting a suitable foreground and/or back-
ground.
• Choose a picture format that matches the subject, e.g. tow-
ers and high buildings have an even more impressive effect
when taken in portrait format.
• Try to tell a story with your pictures; 4 or 5 pictures are often
enough to turn snapshots into a small story.
• Check the angle if the subject is lit from behind. Change your
position to reduce the background lighting.
• Experiment with different perspectives to create more inter-
esting pictures for the viewer.
• The tips about good photographs can also be applied to vid-
eo recordings; but, in addition, you also need to make sure
that you pan the camera slowly and keep it steady. If you pan
too quickly, the video footage will be fuzzy and blurred. A tri-
pod can be also very helpful for video recordings.