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How to Take 4th of July Firework Pictures Like a Pro

A photographer gives tips on shooting your own photos of this week's brightest festivities.

Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera.Β  Here is a short tutorial to help you capture the rockets' red glare this 4th of July. Β 

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Equipment needed:

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  • Camera:Β Either point-and-shoot or an SLR.
  • Tripod:Β To keep the camera steady and prevent motion blur.
  • Flashlight:Β  To see the camera settings in the dark.
  • Wireless Trigger:Β Not essential, but it helps to prevent camera shake.

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