Help Best way to take fish selfies with phone and tripod

[carpyian]

hi all 

any help with this would be extremely greatfull i.e what apps help if any (android) 

with the tripod i got ive got a little bluetooth sort of remote control but while holding a fish how can you press it 

 

[yonny]

I'm no expert with phone shots (I use a proper camera) but try Googling "Whistle Camera". There's several apps which allow you to take the shot by whistling hence no need for the remote. There's even one that will take the shot when it detects a smile I believe.

[carpyian]

thanks yonny pal i got one that works by voice so now its going to be a case of trial and error 

[carpepecheur]

IMHO the only way to take trophy shots is using an intervalometer. Yes you get loads of unusable shots which you simply delete. You then get to choose the best from the rest. If you are are only using a phone try this app camera FV-5 Don't forget to keep the bloopers as well.

Edited May 27, 2022 by carpepecheur

[yonny]

5 minutes ago, carpepecheur said:

Don't forget to keep the bloopers as well.

I agree. A trophy shot is a trophy shot but the bloopers really bring back the memories of a capture.

Here's me getting a blistering take half way through a photo shoot 🤣🤣🤣

[Golden Paws]

https://www.srb-photographic.co.uk/srb-dslr-self-take-kit-8891-p.asp

I use this set up with my camera. You can adjust the position of the firing pin and I've used it with my bridge camera (SLR size) and my compact. You've just got to press the air bulb with your knee which is pretty simple.

[carpyian]

Panasonic Lumix FZ82 FZ80 Review - Verdict | ePHOTOzine

 

just bought one of those think it will be better quality pictures and with the self take kit above easier to use 

only time will tell when im getting pictures of the grass lol

[carpepecheur]

I am not familiar with Panasonic cameras but I am fairly sure it has a time lapse facility. This is very similar to an intervalometer.

It will be a lot easier to use and far more versatile than any add on self-take kits with clamps and wires and bulbs etc.

Regarding quality for basic trophy shots, you want the biggest sensor you can afford with a good kit lens. (I was under the impression you were talking about selfies on a 'phone)

 

[carpyian]

1 minute ago, carpepecheur said:

I am not familiar with Panasonic cameras but I am fairly sure it has a time lapse facility. This is very similar to an intervalometer.

It will be a lot easier to use and far more versatile than any add on self-take kits with clamps and wires and bulbs etc.

Regarding quality for basic trophy shots, you want the biggest sensor you can afford with a good kit lens. (I was under the impression you were talking about selfies on a 'phone)

 

i was on my phone for years now but thought id get a camera to make it easier im hoping 

[carpepecheur]

From an angling point of view, I would not take a very expensive camera into the hostile environment a lakeside represents and use it in close proximity to a wild animal intent on returning to that environment.

 

Bigger cameras are heavier and need heavier tripods where as a ‘phone goes in the shirt pocket.

 

However, if your intention is to enter the world of photography then that is a whole different ballgame and loads of fun. Enjoy.

 

(But DO take a look at the time lapse option)

[Golden Paws]

3 hours ago, carpepecheur said:

I would not take a very expensive camera into the hostile environment

I can understand that sentiment. I think I paid about £300 for my camera about 10 years ago so it's not expensive but I wouldn't want to fork out unnecessarily for another one. I keep my camera in a bag in my rucksack and inside a zip and seal sandwich bag that keeps any stray moisture out. I quite often take scenic and sunrise/sunsets shots on my camera that a mobile would struggle to do justice. It's also easier to be more create with the flash and cheaper camera's or mobile phones automatically try to flood the scene with light.