Photo credits to @pojiegraphy

Macro Photography: Focus on the Finer Details

Macro mode on the Galaxy S25 Ultra is a window into a hidden world—revealing details the naked eye might miss. From the intricate patterns on a leaf to the glimmer of a cat’s eye, macro shots bring small subjects to life with remarkable clarity.

Tip 1: Lighting is Everything

To replicate dramatic and crisp macro shots, lighting plays a crucial role. Try using natural sunlight by a window or a focused lamp to highlight textures and create contrast. Avoid overly harsh light—diffused or side lighting helps enhance depth and dimension.

Photo credits to @pojiegraphy

Tip 2: Choose a Textured Subject

Look for objects with interesting surfaces—like flowers, fabrics, feathers, or yes, even a cat’s eye. These elements come alive when magnified.

Tip 3: Let the Camera Do the Work

Move in close to your subject and wait for the *Macro icon* to appear on the screen—this is your cue that the Galaxy S25 Ultra has automatically switched to its dedicated macro lens. From there, tap to focus and snap away. The AI enhancement provides sharp details and vibrant colors with minimal effort.

Low Light, Big Impact: Mastering Nightography

When the sun sets, most smartphone cameras struggle—but Nightography on the Galaxy S25 Ultra is built to thrive. Powered by an advanced image sensor and AI noise reduction, the S25 Ultra excels at bringing low-light scenes to life without sacrificing detail or clarity.

Tip 1: Control the Exposure Manually

Switch to *Pro Mode* and lower the aperture to reduce the light entering the lens. Adjust the ISO and shutter speed to let the camera absorb more ambient light, capturing the glow of streetlamps, candles, or neon signs with cinematic quality.

Tip 2: Stabilize Your Shot

Low-light photography benefits from a steady hand. Use a tripod or rest your phone against a stable surface to avoid motion blur.

Tip 3: Use Night Mode for Instant Results

If you prefer a quick and reliable option, the Night Mode is incredibly effective. The AI processes multiple exposures in milliseconds, delivering sharp, bright images even in near-dark conditions.

Bonus Photography Tips with the Galaxy S25 Ultra

1. Use Gridlines: Turn on the grid in your camera settings to apply the rule of thirds for better composition.
2. Play with Reflections: Use mirrors, windows, or puddles to add depth and symmetry to your shots.
3. Go Ultra-Wide for Impact: Capture dramatic scenes or architecture with the ultra-wide lens for immersive perspectives.
4. Shoot in RAW with Expert RAW: Capture uncompressed images for more flexibility when editing in post.

To see how Pojiegraphy captures his photos with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, check his post out – https://www.instagram.com/p/DG5drc1TeiZ/?img_index=7&igsh=MWFhbTNiMzN2eW1hYw%3D%3D

Follow @pojiegraphy on Instagram for more tips and tricks of how to capture great photos with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

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The Galaxy S23 Ultra has become the ‘It’ camera for content creators of every level, from professional photographers to aspiring shutterbugs. As Samsung Galaxy’s most advanced camera yet, it’s certainly the device that will help you go the S-tra mile and elevate your compositions to Epic standards.

Join Samsung’s quest to explore the unexplored with the Galaxy S Series and you stand a chance to win a photography trip to Busan! To inspire you on this journey, check out these pro tips to perfectly capture the beauty around you.

The Parc in Nilai Impian, Negeri Sembilan, is a wondrous maze of mirrors that gives you the setup to see double, triple, or a hundred of you, even if you’re travelling alone! If you’re snapping pictures by yourself, bring a tripod for your phone. You can use the S Pen as a camera remote control to start clicking away. Set it to 200MP to get the highest quality, let the camera work it, and choose the one you like best. Find the subject you’d like to focus on and then crop the rest out. Even after zooming in, your photo will remain sharp.

Over at the hillside township of Bukit Antarabangsa in Ampang, Selangor, you can “see the line where there sky hits the green, it calls meee” ♩♪♫♬ Standing at the view point, you’re greeted by a vast expanse of rolling green. For that, the 200MP will do justice to your landscape pictures.

With a little bit of help using the Expert RAW app, you can adjust the best settings for your surroundings or to portray the ambiance you want. Try setting ISO 100, shutter speed 1/2000, focus centre, and white balance 5800K. Another tip is to shoot underexposed shots to get all the details in the picture.

One trick to capture it in Portrait Mode is to divide the frame to 2 or 3 sections, so that you get a layered look for the image. Again it’s time to get zooming – for example, you spot a rare bird in your shot; even after zooming in 200%, every detail, like its colour and feathers will remain crisp. If you want a person to be in the shot, use Portrait Mode again to get the best image. Experiment with the lighting to highlight their facial features.

However, back in the city, it’s difficult to get a background that’s all one hue and undisturbed, so your subject may get lost in the mess. Our pro tip to work with a busy background is to use Portrait Mode and stand as close to the camera as possible, so that you stand out. Make it more artistic and inject more emotion by changing your background effect. Choose from Studio, High-Key Mono, Blur and more, and adjust the strength of effect.

The tropical charms of Sungai Tua Eco Forest Park in Selangor are plentiful, so if you’re not sure what to focus on, don’t stress it. Just switch to 8K video mode and let the recording run as you explore. That way, you won’t miss anything or tire your finger out from snapping. Don’t move too stiffly or try to straighten your phone. Just walk and sway naturally, so that your camera captures a variety of angles – up, down, sideways, or tilted. Later, click the screenshot icon on the bottom left corner to select the frame you want. The image quality captured in 8K is as clear as taking a photo, including zooming in.

For more tips from professional photographers, watch their journey and insights here:

• Azizi Musa’s Pro Tips: https://www.instagram.com/p/CxX2uwASUP0/
• Joshua Se’s Pro Tips: https://www.instagram.com/p/CxX4yPvvShK/
• Pro Tips highlights: https://youtu.be/odO7YTt2P28?si=B1w-Cndl10yIBQ2U

Win a trip to Korea with Samsung’s ‘Go the S-Tra Mile’ competition

Snap photos and videos of Malaysia’s hidden gems with any Galaxy S Series model to join Samsung’s ‘Go the S-Tra Mile’ competition, from now until 15 October 2023. Six participants with the most creative and rare submissions will win the ultimate photography trip to Busan!

Stay tuned to Samsung’s YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter for contest details and the winners’ announcement on 30 October 2023.