The iPhone X isn't just about the tech clout—you can also up your Insta game if you know how to properly use your device. Below find some tips on getting a great portrait—selfies are so 2017—and see how some of the coolest names in fashion, music and media get the shot.
Use Any of 5 new lighting modes:
Natural Light: Your subject’s face in sharp focus against a blurred background.
Studio Light: A clean look with your subject’s face brightly lit.
Contour Light: Dramatic shadows with highlights and lowlights. Very Kim K.
Stage Light: Your subject’s face spotlit against a deep black background. Very dramatic.
Stage Light Mono: Like Stage, but in classic black-and-white.
When using Portrait mode with TrueDepth camera or Dual 12MP rear cameras:
- Keep your subject closer in the foreground for a more blurred background.
- Shoot against a busy or colorful background to see the most dramatic depth effect.
- Try to get close to your subject when shooting portraits.
Zosia Mamet, Actress
Taken in Portrait Mode
Advice: “Use Portrait mode which does most of the work for you. Have a great super photogenic subject aka adorable puppy and handsome husband. Last, have LOTS of storage so you can snap endless shots and end up with one that makes it look effortless.” NOTE: Just a reminder that in re: to the storage tip, iCloud backup is another easy solution so you don’t need to monitor the volume of photos you’re taking.”
