How Do You Take Pictures Of Fireworks Without Using A Tripod?
If you’ve thought about taking pictures of fireworks, but didn’t have a tripod–you don’t need one. Learn how. Your camera should have a mode that lets you change exposure time. The two modes that let me do this on my camera are “Manual” and “Shutter Priority.” Once in this mode, you’ll be able to adjust the exposure time. In my case, I just had to rotate a dial to “M” and adjust using the up and down arrows. Seconds may be represented by a single double quotation mark (“) such that 2” means the lens will take in light for two seconds. Switch to this mode and set it to 8 or 10 seconds. Find a way to brace your arms and hands so they don’t move. This is best done sitting on the ground, such that your elbows rest on your legs. Experiment with holding the camera vertically and horizontally. For maximum stability, don’t hold too tightly, and don’t hold too loosely–there’s a stable point between these two extremes. Press the button slightly to auto focus the camera. Get the focus on a brig
