Let's talk: It's prize draw time - Google Pixel 7

[StephR]

**Update 16/11/2022**

Sadly, the first winner selected has not replied to our private message within 72 hours as described in the terms and conditions. We have therefore randomly selected and private messaged a new winner!

Please check your inbox by clicking on your avatar picture in the top right of any community page, then select "messages". If you've won, please reply to that private message as soon as you can to claim your Google Pixel 7.

StephR
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**Update 04/11/2022** We're happy to confirm we've completed the prize draw and selected a winner! One lucky commenter has been sent a private message on their community account so they can claim their Google Pixel 7!

If you've won, you need to respond to this message by 07/11/2022 23:59 in order to accept your prize, otherwise we will need to randomly select another entrant as winner.

Thanks everyone for participating and being members of the Three Community.

JonathanB
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Pictures have power, there’s no doubt about it. And with tech advancements, most of us are now carrying around incredible cameras in our pockets. But what makes the difference between a stunning portrait or an overexposed selfie? Between an accurate action shot and a just-missed-it blur?

We’d love to hear your tips and tricks for getting the best shot so post them in the comments below. You can also include the snaps you’re most proud of to show off your efforts - we’ll moderate as quick as we can to approve the pictures. When we’re done, we should have a handy how-to guide and bonus community photo album.

In exchange, and to celebrate the newest additions to the Google Pixel family, we’ll give a brand-new Google Pixel 7 to one lucky commenter. With powerful Pixel Camera features like Real Tone and Cinematic Blur, the Google Pixel 7 is a photography powerhouse and we can’t wait to see the beautiful images it can capture.

**Prize draw now closed**

You’ll be automatically entered into our prize draw when you post a comment. The prize draw will close at 23:59 on 31 October 2022 and no comments will be counted after that. One winner will be randomly selected on 02 November 2022 from all eligible entries.

We’ll drop the winner a Private Message between 4 and 7 November and we’ll announce the winner by their username once they have accepted their prize, by updating this post. To ensure you receive notice of Private Messages, please verify your email address after registration. If you do not wish to enter this prize draw, do not comment on this thread. Full terms and conditions here. 

[kerlmann]

I can recommend the Prisma app for adding a bit of pizzazz to photos - free app with loads of free to use filters, options to purchase others. They really give outdoor photos a bit of pop and are great for enhancing photos taken on a cloudy day.

[Furcaliskan]

There are many tips and tricks available to use to get the best photo. Grid lines are pretty good as they allow you to get the perfect straight image. In addition to this, if you are taking a picture of a person/animal, focus mode would be the best as it blurs the background focussing only on the person/animal to give the best portrait image.

[Celestellar]

Make use of the wide angle camera lens when subject is posing in front of a landmark to capture the entire thing. It's not just fab for group shots!

[neoito]

My biggest tip would be to see if your camera app has any kind of 'pro'mode and learn what ISO, f-stop and shutter speed do. You'd be amazed at what you can achieve by taking advantage of these settings.

[careym1984]

using pro mode on Android phones is great for getting all of your settings just right for your environment!

[BamoAdonis]

I like the portrait option that allows background to be black and white. With the pixel the option to remove photo bombers was next level.

My number one tip is lighting, natural light makes for the best pictures

[gordo]

Use another phone's screen as a base for your camera in order to get a cool reflection effect

[Dudefromhp]

One of my top tips is to use natural light whenever you can, it makes for much better exposure when used correctly and the sun can create good shadow/silhouettes.

A wide aperture can be really good for portraits too.

[Neilb16]

Hello i have really wanted a google pixel since they came out but i never got one please i really want one

-neil

[Rulisxsx]

Would be nice to vin something for once 😅😁 thank you and good day:))