Beginner's guide to night photography
f/13, 1/4s, 63mm, ISO160 Most of my favourite photographs are ones that have been taken in low light or at night. While I don't profess to be an expert. This is what I do: What you will need: a camera, in this case I am using a DSLR with a lens hood (to block out any side on lights) a tripod or wall a remote shutter release or you can use your camera's 2s self timer Settings: It is all about getting the right amount of light into your sensor. You will use time, the size of the aperture and ISO to get it right. ISO: 100-160 Mode: M for manual Aperture: decide on the amount of depth of field you want. If you want the subject in focus and the background blurry - go wide such as f/2.8. If you want everything in focus somewhere between f/8-f/13. Anything aperture smaller than f/13 will make the lights sparkle. These are the higher numbers, yes its confusing. Think of it like this: the higher the number you go, the smaller the hole becomes and the less