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    How to take great photos of food

    Whether it’s breakfast, brunch, dinner or lunch – check out our top tips that’ll help you take photos that are good enough to eat.

    Avoid using the flash

    Food looks better when it’s shot in natural light – so turn off your flash and snap your snack near a window.

    Add some accessories to bring out more detail

    Surrounding your dish with props, such as fresh herbs or raw ingredients, is a great way to conjure the delicious smells and flavours – plus they’ll add an extra splash of colour to your pic.

    Experiment with different angles

    Playing around with the angle of your shot can make your food photos stand out from the rest. If it’s beautifully laid out, try taking it from directly above. But if your plate is piled high, it could look more appealing shot from the side.

    Play with your food

    Once you’ve snapped your photo, use your camera’s editor to make it look even tastier. Cropping the shot, adjusting the contrast and adding a filter can all help it look more appealing – just don’t let your meal go cold!

    • Use natural light
    • Garnish your photo
    • Cook up a new angle
    • Finishing touches

    Top tips for better food shots

    Check out this quick video and discover our favourite tips and tricks that will help you photograph food like a pro.

    Focus on your food

    Changing the focus of your pic can instantly make it more visually appealing. With an Xperia smartphone, it’s as simple as touching on your screen where you want this to be – the tech will do the rest.

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    Shots from Xperia fans around the world

    If you’re thinking about taking better snaps of your food, these shots taken by other Xperia users should whet your appetite. Have a look and then share your pics using #Xperia.

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