Night photography writing majingy

First, a Tripod

Get one~!

ISO Boost

No tripod no problem launch the ISO up!

Long Exposures

Exposure is slowed down and light takeaway becomes massive you can capture what the eye can't.

Auto-focus Control

Achieve true focus manually and don't rely on auto focus for all shots.

Exposure Methods

Exposure compensation, try it!

White Balance

Play with it and find out what goes with your style and liking.

Additional Tools

Check for under-exposed subjects and work with those to achieve a correct focus on the desirable area.
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