Moving objects
When taking photos and recording videos of moving objects, timing is important for good results.
Predictive Capture automatically takes photos the instant an object enters the camera frame, without you pressing a button. Object tracking can track a moving object automatically. Use the Burst with camera key feature to take a burst of images and find the best shot.
When recording videos, you can use Video stabilization to compensate for camera movements and steady the frame.
Capturing moving objects
- Try not to follow the object. Instead, find a position where the object has to pass in front of you.
- Consider changing the exposure to a faster shutter speed or a higher ISO to freeze motion.
To predict a photo
- When using the main camera, tap
(Settings icon). - Tap Predictive Capture > Auto.
- Close the settings menu. The setting is saved.
- Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo.
- Tap the thumbnail to view the result. Two to four photos are saved depending on the movement of the object. Predictive Capture can also detect unexpected smiles.
- Tap Select the best to save one or more photos.
Note
This option is only available when taking photos with the main camera.
To track an object
- When using the main camera, tap
(Settings icon). - Tap the Object tracking switch to enable.
- Close the settings menu. The setting is saved.
- Select an object to track by touching it in the viewfinder.
- Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
To capture a burst of images
- When using the camera, tap (Settings icon).
- Tap the Burst with camera key switch to enable.
- Close the settings menu. The setting is saved.
- Long-press the camera key or shutter button to take a burst of images. The number of pictures taken is indicated in the middle of the viewfinder.
- Release the camera key or shutter button to finish the burst. All photos are saved.
- Tap the thumbnail to view the result, then tap
(Burst viewer icon). - Scroll through the pictures taken and select the photo or photos that you want to save, then tap Save.
Hint
This setting is enabled by default when using the shutter button. Touch and hold the shutter button to take a burst of images.
To record a steady video
- When using the camera, swipe the screen to select
(Record icon). - Tap (Settings icon).
- Tap Video stabilization to compensate camera movement.
- Close the settings menu. The setting is saved.
- Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to record a video.