For a picture perfect holiday

A trip won’t be complete without the most important gadget of all — your camera. How else will you capture those special moments, beautiful landscapes, and spontaneous emotions? Nikon understands the importance of cherishing memories, and for that purpose they have suggested a simple list of tips that every person, couple and family member should tick off before heading on their summer break. We spoke to professional photographers and collected the below information to help you collect the best photographs that will always remind you of your vacation.

Before your trip:
• Have you got the right camera? From pixel to lens, you need to have one that works best for your needs. You can try point-and-shoot, DSLR or Waterproof — to get some great shots underwater.
• Do you know your camera? And not just by name, but rather how it functions and what options it has in order to take full advantage of its features.
• Have you got a plan? You need to make sure you’ve charged the camera or have spare batteries so that you are not left disappointed.

On your trip:
• Hitting the water? You’ll need waterproof to catch the views underneath. This is great for trips that involve snorkeling or diving.
• Do you have proper lighting? Lighting is everything when it comes to the perfect picture. Make sure you have the right amount of it — or at least the right setting on your camera to capture the moment.
• Get jiggy with your poses. A vacation is a time to let loose and have fun. Stay away from boring portrait pictures and allow your inner self to be exposed. A tripod will be great for keeping your hands free while you pick a pose.
• Are you focused? This is something you will need to pay attention to. Familiarize yourself with the setting so that the picture doesn’t end up blurry.
• Zoom — Take time to explore unconventional uses for this feature — zoom in and out until you like what you see.
• Look around — Explore your surroundings before you take that picture.
• Dare to be different — Avoid postcard shots and try to tell a story instead with your images.
• Slow down the shutter. Whether you are using a professional camera or a point and shoot — try to slow the shutter’s speed down to get more artistic pictures especially at night.

5 New Things to try with your camera:
• Try focusing on a striking detail in a bigger picture to make an interesting print.
• Think about how you might use the photo — blow up to poster size, print on canvas, and share on Facebook – to influence your resolution, focus and zoom settings.
• Play with angles to get an unusual shot.
• Take photos in quick succession to catch people as they relax.
• Master the art of after-dark photography to capture flattering nightlife shots.