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DIY Real Estate Photography:
A Step-by-Step Guide for U.S. Agents and Brokers

Real Estate Photography

In response to the economic downturn, real estate professionals across the USA are exploring cost-effective solutions to continue offering top-notch services. Medios Solutions is committed to empowering real estate agents and brokers with the skills needed to execute quality property photography. This guide simplifies the process of capturing compelling real estate photos using a CANNON MIRRORLESS CAMERA, ensuring your property listings stand out without the need for costly professional photographers.

Why Invest in DIY Photography?

In the current recession, every dollar saved matters. Learning to handle real estate photography can significantly cut costs, allowing you to allocate resources elsewhere without compromising on the quality of your property listings.

Step-by-Step Guide to Capturing Professional-Grade Property Images

1. Camera Setup for Real Estate Shots:

 

Step 1.

Press the menu button and then navigate to 6th tab of camera setting. Where you will find the exposure level increments.

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Step 2:

Change it to 1/3.

Set the exposure level increments to 1/3 for optimal lighting.

Step 3:

Change Number of Bracketed shots to 5.

Step 4:

Change the Bracketing sequence to 0-+

Step 5:

Go to the first tab inside the second option where you can find Exposure compensation.

Please select it.

Step 6:

Scroll the button to set the exposure compensation. Make sure you choose the increments of 1. The final should be -2 -1 0 1 2

Step 7:

Change the image quality to RAW. Raw provides the most details, which will help in post-production.

Step 8:

Press the set button and change the Drive mode to High speed sync.

Step 9:

Make sure the screen looks like the one below and shows all the necessary details.

Step 10:

Set the camera to Aperture Priority Mode ( Av). Choose the Aperture as F10. Use ISO 800 for Interior shots, ISO 100 for Sunny days, and ISO 200 for Cloudy and overcast conditions.

Step 11:

Now, Connect your smartphone with your Canon camera to shoot remotely.

Step 12:

Make sure your canon camera is connected and the pairing is successful.

Step 13:

Click on Shoot to shoot using your smartphone.

Step 14:

Press and hold the button until all the 5 exposures are shot.