using iPhone at a a concert: I guess with the spotlights on the performer, the Dynamic Range is too great for the iPhone? images always blasted out. Is there a solution, or adjustment...

Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

I guess with the spotlights on the performer, the Dynamic Range is too great for the iPhone? images always
blasted out. Is there a solution, or adjustment I don't know about ?

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

You must not get out much? All anyone is doing nowadays at concerts is busy recording their video and photo memories of the show.

Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

CHG_CANON wrote:

You must not get out much? All anyone is doing nowadays at concerts is busy recording their video and photo memories of the show.

didn't answer the question ( I do try to shoot some video, but, same result )

User ID

Ed Chu wrote:

I guess with the spotlights on the performer, the Dynamic Range is too great for the iPhone? images always
blasted out. Is there a solution, or adjustment I don't know about ?

The device is up to the task. The problem is created by its users. The attached are from an ancient phone. New ones can do much better. But even the oldie handles the DR despite the small sensor noise

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Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

User ID wrote:

The device is up to the task. The problem is created by its users. The attached are from an ancient phone. New ones can do much better. But even the oldie handles the DR despite the small sensor noise

all well and fine, but you didn't answer the question - I obviously don't know what to do

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Ed Chu wrote:

didn't answer the question ( I do try to shoot some video, but, same result )

Only you have seen whatever issue you fear applies. The rest of us can only guess...

User ID

Ed Chu wrote:

all well and fine, but you didn't answer the question - I obviously don't know what to do

If my phone has manual control I would love to know about it. But I dont. So my exposure control is simply what I bring onto the frame.

FWIW, I expect to always need the in-phone image editor to finish any worthwhile photo.

EXAMPLE:
If test frames are too dark with my desired framing, Ill grow the frame to include more dark areas, which will lighten the automatic exposure. Acoarst, then I will hafta crop the recorded image back to my desired framing.

Im not really pleased about how the phone camera operates. I hugely prefer the actual controls of a normal camera.

Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States

Ed Chu wrote:

all well and fine, but you didn't answer the question - I obviously don't know what to do

Do you have a manual for the phone camera app?

BebuLamar

User ID wrote:

If my phone has manual control I would love to kno... (show quote)

I no longer have the IPhone as I retire I had to return it to the company. Now I use the Samsung Galaxy S23 and I can adjust ISO, Shutter speed manually. Not the aperture like someone said they can with the Iphone.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Google is often a good source. Here are snips from an article I linked at bottom:

To ensure the lights don’t appear over-exposed (too bright) you’ll need to reduce the exposure in the Camera app. After tapping to set focus, simply swipe down on the screen to reduce the exposure.

Luck can play a huge part in getting a good shot at a live gig, and there will be lots of unrepeatable moments. The best way to improve your luck and capture unique shots is to take more photos.

Using the burst mode feature is the most effective option. Simply hold the shutter button down to fire off a series of shots in quick succession. Later on you can look through the sequence of photos, keep the best ones and delete the rest.

While the flash on later iPhone models is actually quite good in certain situations, it’s definitely not suited to shooting concerts. Many people make the mistake of thinking they must use the flash when taking photos at concerts due to the general low light conditions at these events.

More:
https://iphonephotographyschool.com/music/

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joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

User ID wrote:

The device is up to the task. The problem is created by its users. The attached are from an ancient phone. New ones can do much better. But even the oldie handles the DR despite the small sensor noise

rbmcdill Loc: St. Louis, MO

My iPhone 13 Pro Max has various settings that you can change. For example in portrait, you can set the f-Stop. There is an exposure compensation setting and other things that might help. I would suggest you Google your iPhone to see what you have available.

Ed Chu Loc: Las Vegas NV

rbmcdill wrote:

My iPhone 13 Pro Max has various settings that you can change. For example in portrait, you can set the f-Stop. There is an exposure compensation setting and other things that might help. I would suggest you Google your iPhone to see what you have available.

thanks

delder Loc: Maryland

Linda From Maine wrote:

Google is often a good source. Here are snips from... (show quote)

I almost ALWAYS turn OFF the flash if any distance is involved.
This goes for ALL of my Cameras, 📷 Smartphone etc. The flash setting fools the camera into thinking more light will be available.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Ed Chu wrote:

I guess with the spotlights on the performer, the Dynamic Range is too great for the iPhone? images always
blasted out. Is there a solution, or adjustment I don't know about ?

From the internet.
From what I gather from recent concerts, the Samsung S22 is the current ~best~ phone for taking videos in concerts. The zoom is crazy good.