If you want to use your iPhone to capture a picture or record a video, then in most cases you will use the rear lenses. In certain situations, however, it is necessary to use the front camera, especially for taking so-called selfies. With the help of the front camera, most users mainly take pictures, videos are then recorded, for example, by such individuals who subsequently place their recordings on the Internet. In most cases, these are influential users who are active on various social networks, for example, in the form of TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and others. If you want to start shooting better selfie videos or vlogs, this article with some tips will come in handy.
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Choose the right device
Of course, the first step is to choose the right device for shooting selfie videos. This selection is important both for ease of handling and for the quality of the resulting video. In almost all cases, you're best off taking your selfie video with a newer iPhone. Thanks to it, you are assured of simple control and at the same time perfect image quality. If you own an older phone with a weaker front camera, definitely don't rely on it. You will need to try another device instead.
The basis is good light
It doesn't matter whether you take photos or videos using the rear lens or the front camera. In absolutely all cases, even with professional cameras, it is necessary that you have good light. This means for you to shoot the video during the day, in good lighting conditions. Of course, you can use artificial light, but keep in mind that the video quality will not be ideal. Daylights simply do not replace anything.
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Try different angles
Before you press the shutter to start recording, try aiming the device at your face from several different angles in the preview. What are we going to lie to ourselves about - from some angles we simply don't look good, which is a known fact. It is imperative that you find these bad angles and try to squeeze them out as much as possible when turning. So find the ideal angle and try to hold it throughout the video recording.
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Landscape or portrait?
Are you planning to post the resulting video on a social network? If you answered yes, you need to decide in advance whether you will shoot in landscape or portrait orientation. If you are planning to post the video on YouTube or Facebook, then of course you need to shoot the video in landscape. However, if you are using TikTok or Instagram stories, the video will look better if you shoot it in portrait. This is a very basic decision that you need to be sure of. Changing the orientation is then not possible.
Carefully on the background
Of course, when shooting a selfie video, the most important thing is your face and the information you are trying to convey. However, you should not forget what will be in the background of the video. Try to primarily avoid busy streets, where you can be interrupted at any moment by a car or a pedestrian who does not want to avoid you. So, when shooting a selfie video, find a quiet place, for example in a park. This will give you a smooth recording with a nice background.
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Sound quality is important
For videos as such, sound quality is extremely important. Many users have even stated in various surveys that they would be willing to sacrifice video quality for better sound quality for creators. Apple phones have relatively high-quality microphones, so they will be sufficient for you in most cases. However, it is necessary to avoid, for example, strong wind or the aforementioned noise, when you may not be heard well. At the same time, when holding the iPhone, make sure that you are not holding it in the place where the microphone is located. Covering the microphone hole would bury the sound quality.
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Upload multiple recordings
In many cases, selfie videos are more spontaneous, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be careful about what you do or say. What I mean is that if you don't get a shot right, don't be afraid to retake it. In the end, you can shoot almost any shot multiple times, because at least you'll have something to choose from in case you don't like something in post-production.
