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my camera is only good on burst, but when its not, it turns dark and dull

my iphone 14 pro max camera captures good photos tbh but only when its on burst, like my photos only look good when in burst because it doesn't automatically edit it and that is frustrating that i have to capture in burst to have good photos and sometimes it takes a long time to really capture one that isn't blurry because my hands tremble sometimes. please fix this apple, i don't want to upgrade yet because my ip still performs very well, but when im outside, sunny and full of colors, the photos i take turns ti be dark and dull even tho they look perfect when i look at them for two seconds, please fix it please pls

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carmeilla wrote:
...t takes a long time to really capture one that isn't blurry because my hands tremble sometimes. ...

If your hands tend to shake while taking photos or recording videos on an iPhone, I would strongly recommend investing in a smartphone gimbal stabiliser, such as one from DJI, or a comparable product from another reputable brand. A good-quality stabiliser can cost around US$150, depending on the model and features.


A gimbal uses motorised stabilisation to compensate for hand movements, helping you capture smoother, steadier videos while walking, panning or recording moving subjects. It can make a significant difference, particularly when shooting videos for extended periods or capturing important family moments.


Alternatively, if you do not want to invest in a gimbal, use a tripod placed firmly on the ground or another stable surface. This is an excellent option for stationary photography, group photos, time-lapse videos and recordings where you want to eliminate camera shake.


Remember that even though modern iPhones offer excellent built-in optical and electronic image stabilisation, these features cannot completely compensate for every movement, especially when your hands shake considerably.


The bottom line: For videos recorded while moving, use a smartphone gimbal. For stationary shots, a sturdy tripod is often sufficient. Both options will generally deliver better results than relying on handheld recording alone.


carmeilla wrote:
... please fix this apple, ...


Please post an example of a photo with the settings. Like this,