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How to Photograph Fireworks

A photographer gives advice on capturing the sparkle in the sky.

 
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Capturing fireworks with the camera is a challenge that can be mastered with the right equipment and settings on your camera. The following images will guide you to capturing fireworks this Fourth of July weekend.
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Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera.  Here is a short tutorial to help you capture the rockets' red glare this Fourth of July.  

Equipment needed:

  • Camera: Either point-and-shoot or an SLR.
  • Tripod: To keep the camera steady and prevent motion blur.
  • Flashlight:  To see the camera settings in the dark.
  • Wireless Trigger: Not necessary but it helps to prevent camera shake. 

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Editor's Note: This guide was first published in July 2011 and re-published for the 2012 holiday. 

Related Topics: Fireworks, Fourth Of July, July 4, July 4 2012, and Photographing fireworks
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