Launching Fireworks With Camera Attached

It’s time to start the 4th of July weekend! So get out the hotdog buns, start up the grill, and grab a beer as you watch this point of view video of fireworks being launched.

 

Read more: http://www.viralviralvideos.com/2011/07/01/launching-fireworks-with-camera-attached/

Launching Fireworks With Camera Attached

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How to Take Photos of Fireworks With Your Phone

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   1. Pick a location

   
   

   
   

   Before you even touch the settings on your phone, you’ll need to make sure you’re in the prime spot. Get as close as possible with a clear view. Buildings, water and landmarks make great foregrounds and backgrounds for fireworks photos and will give your images depth and context. Photo by Dollydonedidit.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   2. Bolster yourself.

   
   

   
   

   Fireworks displays are usually some distance from where you’re standing. You’ll need to be properly bolstered in order to stop camera shake from making your photos all turn out like blurry blobs.

   
   

   Make your body into a tri-pod by leaning up against a nearby building or car. Sitting down is OK, but you’re arms will still move, so make sure to plant your elbows.

   
   

   If you’re serious about taking photos with your phone, invest in a tri-pod for your phone. These devices are the most important tool that will help you.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   3 Turn off your flash.

   
   

   
   

   Your camera’s automatic settings will hurt you, not help you, in this situation. Turn the flash off to make sure you’re able to capture the moment instead of the back of everyone’s head in the foreground.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   4. Empty your memory.

   
   

   
   

   Make sure you’ve got enough space to take tons of photos. You’re gonna need it.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   5. Get the Slow Shutter Cam app.

   
   

   
   

   Warning: If you use this app, you must have a tri-pod. Slow Shutter Cam is an app that actually lets you control the shutter speed on your camera. 5-30 second exposures work best for fireworks.

   
   

   If you want to get really fancy, the app even has a “bulb” function that will let you shoot longer exposures. Hold up a piece of cardboard between fireworks and you’ll end up with a photo that has multiple fireworks in one shot.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   6. Get the Fast Camera app.

   
   

   
   

   The Fast Camera app will let your camera take up to 800 photos per minute. You can take multiple shots fast, so you wont have to wait in between exposures like you would in the normal camera app.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   7. Choose your angle wisely.

   
   

   
   

   During the initial display, shoot in portrait mode so you can better see each individual firework as it takes off from the ground and descends. During the finale, shoot in landscape so you’ll be able to get all the fireworks in one shot. Photos by Nina Frazier

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   8. Add effects later.

   
   

   
   

   In other words, don’t take pictures inside the Instagram app. Not only do you cut the size of your frame down by nearly a third, you also run the risk of Instagram crashing mid-upload and losing your shot. This is standard advice even when you aren’t taking photos of a fireworks display. This is why photo-editing apps have an “import” feature.
   Photo by Brokiiexoxo.

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   


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   9. If you feel frustrated. Stop.

   
   

   
   

   Don’t miss the moment because you were trying to get the settings right. If you start to feel overwhelmed, just put the phone down and enjoy the show. Photo by Nina Frazier

   
   

   
   

   
   

   
   
   
   

Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/07/03/how-to-take-photos-of-fireworks-with-your-phone/

How to Take Photos of Fireworks With Your Phone

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16 Reasons Why Fireworks Are Actually The Worst

Oh, say can you see how horrible they are?

1. They scare your pets.

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Thanks, fireworks! I’ve been looking for a way to make my dog run away without feeling guilty.

2. They are explosives presented as a good time.

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How crazy is that? At least they’ve stopped being made with gunpowder, but still.

3. They are dangerous as hell.

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‘Nuff said.

4. Even though you know it is coming you are never really prepared for the first boom.

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If your heart rate wasn’t up before it sure is now.

5. If you complain about them people think you’re a bad American.

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As an American it is my right to hate whatever I damn well please.

6. When little kids throw a tantrum because you won’t let them play with sparklers.

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Do you want to burn your eye out? Because I knew a kid that burned his out and now he wears a patch and he’ll never be a jet fighter.

7. They’re expensive for a few moments of pleasure.

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Plus, you always get a few duds just remind you how much of a bad decision this was.

8. Something always gets damaged.

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“Sooo worth it, though” he says sarcastically.

9. When people videotape them.

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Shoutout to the folks that videotaped fireworks on their phones last night. So glad we have that footage to look back on.

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10. Fireworks with stupid names that nobody cares about.

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At least this one sums it up perfectly.

11. When you’re tired/drunk and are forced to watch them, even though all you want to do is go to sleep.

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WHY MUST I WATCH? I’m already seeing stars!

12. The big extravaganzas are boring because they’re always the same.

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Oh, this one is set to the sounds of John Phillips Sousa? How original.

13. When someone invites you to their place with a “great view” to watch from.

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Because if there is anything worse than watching fireworks, it’s watching tiny fireworks off in the distance as everyone oohs and aahs around you.

14. Having to walk, or worse, drive to see them.

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That is after wrangling everyone, getting there, finding a spot in an already crowded area, all for 20 minutes of explosions in the sky.

15. Risking your life climbing a roof just to get a better view.

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Why? Because screw safety! There’s fireworks to see!

16. Having that one friend who cannot shut up about how great they are.

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Ugh. This person.

Read more: http://buzzfeed.com/justinabarca/16-reasons-why-fireworks-are-actually-the-worst

16 Reasons Why Fireworks Are Actually The Worst

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Bootleg Fireworks Explode In Street

Every July 4th, emergency rooms are packed with people and kids with blown off ears, missing fingers, and damaged eyes. And it’s all because of situations like this. If you’re going to enjoy fireworks, stand far away from them at launch-anything can happen.

 

Read more: http://www.viralviralvideos.com/2011/07/09/bootleg-fireworks-explode-in-street/

Bootleg Fireworks Explode In Street

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