The Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge both share the same impressive 12MP camera, with the camera hardware being overhauled from previous Galaxy devices to provide superior photo quality. As great as the camera is, there are still ways in which you can take better and more interesting photos with your new device.
Use the camera’s built-in shooting modes
Generally speaking, the default auto shooting mode on the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge will be fine most of your snaps, but some of the different modes available can be quite useful.
Pro mode
If you’re already a bit of an expert when it comes to photography, then you might want to play around with the Pro shooting mode, which lets you tinker with settings such as aperture and ISO levels and white balance. If used correctly, you can achieve some very artistic results.
Selective focus mode
The selective focus mode works by taking multiple photos of your subject at varying focus levels then allowing you to change the focus of your photo after it’s been saved to your gallery. A pretty good way of avoiding those annoying blurry images, though you do have to allow a fraction more time for the camera to snap multiple shots.
HDR Mode
HDR mode can be found on most smartphones and is a handy feature for improving the quality of your photos in certain situations. Here’s a good summary of how HDR mode works from Samsung themselves:
“By combining multiple photos at different exposures to create the perfect photo, the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting can help balance out harsh lighting conditions, high contrast, or backlit photos, making the final photo less dark.”
To enable it, simply toggle the HDR to ‘On’ in the camera app.
For a full breakdown of all the available camera modes on the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, we recommend this article from our friends at Recombu.
Editing tools
The fun doesn’t have to stop once you’ve taken your photo, and with the help of some top Android editing apps you can turn good photos into great ones. There are a number of apps to choose from, some of which let you make basic adjustments to things like brightness and contrast, while others let you apply artistic filters and create collages. Notable recommendations include Photo Editor by Aviary and Snapseed. For more on the best Android editing apps, check out our top five.
Accessories
There are also plenty of third party accessories available for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge which can help you take better photos.
Lenses
Clip on lenses such as the Olixar 3-in-1 Universal Clip Camera Lens Kit are a quick and easy way to enhance your photos and achieve focus and angles that would be otherwise impossible with the standard lens. In this particular kit, you get three lenses, macro, wide angle and fish-eye, which simply clip on to the back of your S7 / S7 Edge.
Tripods
The tripod is a must for any budding photographer, and there are several smartphone versions on the market. Not only do they offer a sturdy platform to rest your Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge on to ensure sharper focus, they’re also a must if you plan on taking self-timed and group snaps. The Arkon Universal Smartphone Holder with Flexi Tripod and the Kenu Stance Compact are both great options, but check out our full range to find the one that best suits your needs.
Selfie sticks
Ok, we know they divide opinion, but if you’re a keen selfie taker and want to make sure you fit all of your friends in your photos then you’ll find a selfie stick to be a useful tool. The selfie stick market has grown and you’re now spoilt for choice with options such as the Olixar Pocketsize Selfie Stick featuring a built in mirror and the DiCAPac Action Floating Selfie Stick which you can use even in water.
Hopefully with the tips and accessories featured in this article you can begin taking better photos with your Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge. You can see our full range of Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge photography accessories on the pages below:
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