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To take the best street photos, focus on capturing "decisive moments" by being present in your environment, using a fast aperture lens to quickly focus, getting close to your subjects, and being aware of your surroundings while looking for interesting compositions and interactions, all while respecting people's privacy and potentially asking permission for portraits; a compact camera is often preferred for blending in and being less intrusive.

· "Decisive moment":

Capture fleeting, significant moments that tell a story, like a gesture, interaction, or unexpected juxtaposition.

· Camera choice:

Opt for a small, lightweight camera that allows you to blend in with your surroundings, often a mirrorless camera with a prime lens.

· Aperture:

Use a wide aperture (low f-number) like f/1.8 or f/2.8 to capture more light and isolate your subject.

· Shutter speed:

Choose a fast shutter speed to freeze movement and prevent blur, especially in busy environments.

· Get close:

Don't be afraid to move closer to your subjects to capture details and emotions.

· Observe and anticipate:

Walk around, observe people and situations, and try to predict interesting moments that might happen.

· Composition:

Pay attention to framing, leading lines, and negative space to create visually pleasing images.

· Respect privacy:

Be mindful of people's privacy and ask permission when necessary, especially for portraits.

· Ethical considerations:

If someone asks you to delete a photo, be respectful and do so.

More Tips

  • Shutter speed: A fast shutter speed, like 1/125 sec or faster, to freeze action and avoid motion blur

  • Aperture: An aperture of f/5.6 to f/8 to create a moderate depth of field that separates the subject from the background

  • White balance: Auto white balance to accurately render tones

  • Focus mode: A preset focus distance and narrow aperture to make images without raising the camera to your eye

  • Exposure mode: Program AE or aperture priority mode

  • ISO: Auto ISO with a base ISO of 100 and a maximum of 3200

  • Focal length: A focal length of 18 mm to 200 mm

  • AF: Continuous focus

You can also try using "zone focusing", which involves setting a focus distance and leaving it there. This technique can be effective for reacting quickly and remaining unnoticed.