Seven/7 tips for awesome lensball photography

1. GET THE RIGHT POSITIONING

When taking a photo with a lensball, positioning can be the difference between ordinary and amazing. Think about the distance between the lensball and the object you are shooting. Why does this matter?

If your camera is further away from the ball, you will notice a crisper and more defined image; however, if you are looking to eliminate background, you can get close up to the subject to create a more distorted look.

Also, since you will be close to the lensball during the photography, most likely holding the lensball, there is a chance that your hands or other body parts could be captured in the image.

To avoid this, you can use a lensball stand to hold the ball or simply play around with the positioning. If you rest your lensball on something raised above the object and shoot the image from a lower angle, you can avoid excess background in your image.

2. CONSIDER ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Shade and sunlight play a high part in impacting your lensball photo. Crystal will pick up any reflections from sunlight, which can negatively impact your image.

In the case of using a lensball, shade is the best option so ensure to find a shady spot and eliminate any light. At the same time the subject itself and background as desired need to be well lit as per tip 5 - lighting!

3. ADJUST THE DEPTH OF FIELD / APERTURE SETTING (TRY AN F/4 TO START!) 

To take a quality shot with a lensball, the focus of the camera should be on the lensball not on the background or another object.

Picking the right depth of field has a huge impact on the quality of your image and this may take a few practice rounds and camera adjustments; however, it is crucial to the final result of your image, so remember to keep this in mind.

Start with an f/4 an adjust from there. The right aperture depends on the specific photo however getting the balance is critical and only that can be found through trial and error as well as experience. An aperture too small will not blur out the background enough or at all and a aperture too big will mean you can't focus sharply enough on the subject. 

4. EDITING YOUR IMAGE FOR A STUNNING RESULT

The editing of your lensball photo is just as important as any other photograph, however, since the lensball is an amazing element in itself, it is important not to overdo it.

Be sure to focus on selective desaturation and cropping as a priority. If you want to bring more attention to the lensball in the image, a great crop can be the perfect finishing touch to bring that focus to your audience and amaze them!

5. LET THERE BE LIGHT! 

Light as with all photography is even more critical with the lensball. The subject in the ball must be well lit or else you take the risk of not having anything turn out as intended. Similarity, the background is also important however this may be more defined by the weather and the time of day. 

You may need to return to your intended spot at the right time of day and the right day if you want the perfect shot! If you can control any of the lighting elements particularly on the subject do so, this may be as simple as changing the direction of the photo and/or positioning yourself slightly differently. 

6. TAKE CARE OF YOUR LENSBALL AT ALL TIMES - KEEP IT CLEAN!

A lensball is a very unique object which is why we love it so much and you will too, however, everything special needs to be taken care of to last and keep safe.

Keep in mind the weight and material of the lensball. When owning a lensball it is important to keep in mind that you are carrying around a crystal sphere that weighs around 250g for the smaller lensball and 650g for the larger (standard) lensball. Ensure that when carrying around your lensball, the bag you have is keeping the lensball supported and secure. Also, hold the bottom of the ball not the drawstring or top of the bag.

Use the micro fibre bag to also clean the ball before use. The rest of the time use our box to house the ball in its bag to avoid any scratches or potential unwanted damage or dust. 

7. STAY SAFE

Although it’s unlikely, another thing to keep in mind is that the lensball can be a hazard if left in direct sunlight as it can start a fire, very similar to a magnifying glass. So when you’re not using the lensball, make it a habit to ensure it is kept in a secure bag away from sunlight.

If you use these tips and try out lensball photography, check out this guidance on how to post processing lensball photography. 

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