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title: "Snapdragon Insiders share their photography tips and tricks"
url: "https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/snapdragon-insiders-share-their-photography-tips-and-tricks"
description: "Being a Snapdragon Insider is nearly synonymous with being a top-notch mobile photographer."
---

# Snapdragon Insiders share their photography tips and tricks

Snapdragon Insiders

Jun 27, 2024

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Being a Snapdragon Insider is nearly synonymous with being a top-notch mobile photographer. We have an abundance of photography talent in the Snapdragon Insiders community. That's why each month we create a new challenge to highlight your incredible skill behind the lens. And each and every month, you blow us away with your [#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://x.com/search?q=%23shotonsnapdragon&src=typed_query&f=top) photos.

We all know devices powered by Snapdragon take the best photos. That's the power of Snapdragon® camera technology — which we recently got an in-depth look at in this [Q&A with Qualcomm Technologies' resident camera expert, Judd Heape](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/news/How-Snapdragon-technology-is-revolutionizing-smartphone-photography-with-the-Qualcomm-Spectra-ISP)  (VP, Product Management, Camera, Computer Vision, and Video at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.). But beyond just the technology, we wanted to share some tips and tricks from Snapdragon Insiders on how to level up your photography game.

Enter the May #ShotOnSnapdragon challenge: [#HowIGotTheShot](https://x.com/Snapdragon/status/1785700849714450592).

We wanted to see how our community captures some of their best #ShotOnSnapdragon pics, and wow, the results speak for themselves. Without further ado, here's some of our favorite tips, tricks, and photos from this challenge. Be sure to check out the original posts (linked in the images) to see the full details of how they got the shot.

**Use your resources**

No tripod? No problem! Debayan (@[DebayanBag](https://x.com/DebayanBag) on X) showed us how to use our environment to capture perfect time lapse photos. A rock is basically nature's tripod, anyway.

> [#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> PS : When you don't have a tripod but still wanna take a timelapse 🤣[#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_UK](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_UK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_IN](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_IN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
>
> Captured with [@samsungbusiness](https://twitter.com/samsungbusiness?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> S21 FE[@gregcroc](https://twitter.com/gregcroc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@donnymac](https://twitter.com/donnymac?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@cristianoamon](https://twitter.com/cristianoamon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/oCk1oBmKI1](https://t.co/oCk1oBmKI1)
> — Debayan Bag (@DebayanBag) [May 21, 2024](https://twitter.com/DebayanBag/status/1792952541279633526?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Play with perspective**

The ordinary becomes extraordinary with a simple change in perspective. Nikshep (@[framesbynikshep](https://x.com/framesbynikshep) on X) took a toy car and a notebook and created something stunning.

> Vintage 🚙 [#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ShotonOneplus](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotonOneplus?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)    [@oneplus](https://twitter.com/oneplus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@OnePlus_IN](https://twitter.com/OnePlus_IN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_IN](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_IN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_UK](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_UK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@OnePlus_USA](https://twitter.com/OnePlus_USA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@gregcroc](https://twitter.com/gregcroc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@snapdragon_BRA](https://twitter.com/snapdragon_BRA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_ID](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_ID?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/2HubOnsjUX](https://t.co/2HubOnsjUX)
> — Nikshep Konda (@framesbynikshep) [May 27, 2024](https://twitter.com/framesbynikshep/status/1795067465346457697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Be persistent — and patient**

The best shots are worth waiting for. S M A Sithick (@[smasithick](https://x.com/smasithick) on X) showed us that when photographing skittish subjects — like deer — patience, persistence, and a camera powered by Snapdragon go a long way to capturing a beautiful moment.

> [#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) 📸 Capturing the elegance of Sri Lankan Axis Deer at Deer Park, Trincomalee 🦌✨
>
> He followed her, I followed them, and together we created this stunning portrait 😍
>
> Shot on [#GalaxyS23Ultra](https://twitter.com/hashtag/GalaxyS23Ultra?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), with added blur and vibrance via [@Lightroom](https://twitter.com/Lightroom?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) 🤩
>
> Check out the BTS video… [https://t.co/iDJdodAPn1](https://t.co/iDJdodAPn1) [pic.twitter.com/9NZ98XnHio](https://t.co/9NZ98XnHio)
> — S M A Sithick (@smasithick) [May 28, 2024](https://twitter.com/smasithick/status/1795527075962720676?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Utilize unique devices for special shots**

Smartphones with special capabilities unlock new opportunities for photography. Rajeev (@[Rajeevprpr](https://x.com/Rajeevprpr) on X) used his [Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/device-finder/samsung-galaxy-z-flip5) to capture skateboarding tricks.

> [#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
> Every picture has a hardwork behind it that we are unable to see.
> This is Shot while a program conducted by [@SamsungUK](https://twitter.com/SamsungUK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) in Nottingham. Hopefully waiting for more opportunities [@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_UK](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_UK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[@gregcroc](https://twitter.com/gregcroc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#photography](https://twitter.com/hashtag/photography?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/rHf06YA9es](https://t.co/rHf06YA9es)
> — Rajeev P R (@Rajeevprpr) [May 2, 2024](https://twitter.com/Rajeevprpr/status/1785975361148240113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Use video to capture the perfect moment**

Videography is photography's best friend. As Ajeesh (@[Ajeesh021997](https://x.com/Ajeesh021997) on X) showed us, by filming video first, you ensure you're capturing the perfect moment to pull stills from later.

> Eye closeup 📸
>
> Shoton [@oneplus](https://twitter.com/oneplus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) 10T Powered by [@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@OnePlus_IN](https://twitter.com/OnePlus_IN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_UK](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_UK?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Snapdragon_IN](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon_IN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@gregcroc](https://twitter.com/gregcroc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/PQDRaiukSF](https://t.co/PQDRaiukSF)
> — Ajeesh (@Ajeesh021997) [May 7, 2024](https://twitter.com/Ajeesh021997/status/1787860645565919655?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Don't be afraid to accessorize**

Your smartphone powered by Snapdragon is all you need to capture incredible mobile photography, but it's still fun to play with accessories from time to time. Mikael (@[M1K4_3L](https://x.com/M1K4_3L) on X) added a photography kit to his [Xiaomi 14 Ultra](https://www.qualcomm.com/snapdragon/device-finder/smartphones/xiaomi-14-ultra) to capture the stunning Chicago skyline.

> View of [#Chicago](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Chicago?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) from Work.
> ➡ 24th floor behind the windows
> ➡ Xiaomi 14 Ultra with photography kit + 67mm CPL filter
> ➡ Point and click 😂
> Okay okay some edit here [#Lightroom](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lightroom?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[@Snapdragon](https://twitter.com/Snapdragon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Xiaomi](https://twitter.com/Xiaomi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ShotOnXiaomi](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnXiaomi?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/S4CrZUhJMM](https://t.co/S4CrZUhJMM)
> — M1Κ4_3L (@M1K4_3L) [May 2, 2024](https://twitter.com/M1K4_3L/status/1786031046858805742?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

**Find great locations and subjects**

And finally, you can't go wrong with a great background or a willing subject, as our friends at the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team showcased with their entries.

> Miami special edition kit looking 👌[#ShotOnSnapdragon](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShotOnSnapdragon?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) | [#HowIGotTheShot](https://twitter.com/hashtag/HowIGotTheShot?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/h8J1tMPakJ](https://t.co/h8J1tMPakJ)
> — Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) [May 5, 2024](https://twitter.com/MercedesAMGF1/status/1787142712572936689?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

*What's your best tip for mobile photography? [Head over to Discord to discuss](https://discord.com/invite/snapdragon).*

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